idle death
 

hi folks,

iv had my sv (the correct type curvy) for about a year now and in that time shes been awsome. but recently when waiting at lights or whatever with the engine idling she will just die on me. i figured it was jsut the weather so adjusted the idle a little higher (2k rpm) this seemed to sort the problem but this morning on my way to work she died a few times while waiting at lights etc.

i have no idea where to start looking really it tends to happen more when its cold outside

any thoughts?

Re: idle death
 

How long typically has the bike been running before this happens? Does it happen after you have been out for an hour as frequently as in the first 5 minutes?

Re: idle death
 

Do you ride with your lights on all the time?

See if it dies without lights on.

You shouldn't need the tickover that high. 1st thought is rectifier.

Re: idle death
 

Lower your idle back down again and do as Pete says, give it a whirl with the lights off (if you can) and see what happens.

Re: idle death
 

Sticky chokes.................

Re: idle death
 

is it cold enough for carb icing where you are?