Cold idling problem.

[Whyte25]

Hi..

Just recently with this cold spell upon us i have noticed a problem with my trusty steed :(

When i start the bike up, i usually leave it run for about 10 mins to warm up etc - The choke cable is seized in the off? position - which is all fine when starting it. It normally picks up to idle around 1200 - 1500 rpm & The problem comes when i stop @ a set of lights after a few miles of riding, the bike idle`s lumpy and then stalls. After a few "clicks" on the starter button it fires up and then is fine for the rest of the journey. I have a feeling that it is being flooded?

Any suggestions? if i get the chke cable sorted would this cure it?

Thanks...

Darren

[Biker Biggles]

Do a search for "choke plungers".Loads of info on this there.
I assume it is a curvy 650 you are talking about.
Then do a search for "warm up or ride off"and have a read of that.

[Whyte25]

Hiya....many thanks, i have heard that the choke plungers can seize. yep it`s a 650.

Cheers.

[Sid Squid]

Sounds more like carb icing.

Don't 'warm it up' before you ride it. Start it and ride it gently until it's hot.

[Whyte25]

Hi Sid

Many thanks also, i`ll give that a try tomorrow morn.

Rgds