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Message started by BigTrash on 01/07/14 at 16:56:21

Title: Won't keep running
Post by BigTrash on 01/07/14 at 16:56:21

My bike will start and idle fine for a bit ill ride it around the block and it will shut off when I let off the throttle with a loud backfire the when I try to start it It won't fire back up and just back fires when I let off the starter. And Ideas what's goin on.

Title: Re: Won't keep running
Post by Serowbot on 01/07/14 at 17:32:46

Test your Petcock,.. don't just turn it to Prime.. (http://suzukisavage.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1251932429/1)

Title: Re: Won't keep running
Post by thumperclone on 01/08/14 at 00:00:15

search backfire

Title: Re: Won't keep running
Post by Dave on 01/08/14 at 04:12:50

If the petcock and fuel system checks out - you could have an electrical problem. If your bike is not charging properly, it could be losing spark. The Savage does not have an overabundance of charging ability, and it is known that the spark system needs more voltage than the starter - so you can have a starter that functions and a spark system that does not.

When you say the bike backfires when you let off the starter.....that might mean that when you let go of the starter button the spark system suddenly has enough power to make one spark and ignites the unburned fuel.

Check the fuel system first as Serowbot suggested, then if that checks out check the battery voltage. With the engine running the battery voltage should read 13-14 volts. Then check the sidestand safety switch, as it can shut the bike down if the switch or wiring is faulty and the bike is not in neutral.

Title: Re: Won't keep running
Post by Arnold on 01/08/14 at 11:14:47

When you ride around the block and give it gas, does it backfire as well?

Title: Re: Won't keep running
Post by Tempted on 01/08/14 at 18:41:22

You have a proper air filter, correct? If it isn't an OEM replacement, you have tuned for the aftermarket filter, right?

Title: Re: Won't keep running
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 01/08/14 at 19:32:00

A low idle speed will ruin the head, keep it running.. or let it die, but dont let it limp & sputter.