The Dying might come from the vacuum petcock not working well. If it runs un Pri then that could be the problem unless you don't have anough gass in the tank. Make sure oil level is in the middle or slightly above in the sight glass with the bike upright on level surface(Check this by putting bike in 1st gear so it will not roll, get on right side on knee while holding bike upright with right hand and handbrake applied)
Is vibration at speed (Tire imbalance) or also when you just rev it while standing still?
Noise? Checked your valve clearance lately?
Also do not shift into First unless almost to a stop, like  below 3mph.
Checked the timing gear tentioner?

Could be a  loose spoke or two in the front wheel, just take a small piece of wood and tap each spoke. Listen for a twange, if you get a dull clunk you have a loose spoke.

I agree with Max But when you check the engine mount bolts back them out first. They feel tight but the locktite is stopping you from getting the correct feel. Back them out one at a time clean use fresh locktite and retorque to spec. I have also seen a vibration from the exhaust.
loosen the bolt at the frame the clamp at the headpipe and the engine flange. move the head pipe arround with your hands then retorque starting at the engine and working down the system to the frame mount. Your just trying to realine the exhaust system. And yes they do have some vibration one cylinder engines come with that option at no ex. charge. The more you ride it the more you get the feel.You will find many concerns are normal.(The key word was many)
Ride on Ride Safe
Viper

jkhulon73 wrote on 04/09/08 at 20:23:41:


Well,you said you wanted to lose a few pounds.... Maybe the Savage is just accomodating your wish

The problem with dying has dissapeared after cleaning carb and fuel lines and filters but thank you for your suggestions for this. I havent read the owners manual for two reasons, 1 the manual I was given with the bike is for older models and i have already identified many differences between the two and I am SOOOOOOOOOOO not technical minded so wouldnt undersatnd what I was reading.
The bike I had before this was a Honda CM125 so im not into sports bikes but she was quite an old bike and had a lot of clowns for owners that messed with bits that in my opinion shouldnt have been touched unless you had a degree. Every one has given good suggestions which I will get someone who understands to check for me and I will keep you up dated. It could well be that I am looking too hard for problems and ultimatly finding them.  

Hello,
Just thought i would update you all on the latest saga.
Being a very untechnical person I didnt have a clue where to start looking for the problem or the oil or the right pressure in the tyres.
Asked my partner to go save the day and look for me.
He moaned bitterly saying there was nothing wrong with the bike and it was in my head, but i managed to nag enough for him to go and check for me muttering that the oil and everything was okay as he went through the door.
15 minutes later he was back looking rather sheepish, the oil was so low that when refilled she managed to swallow the best part of 4 liters (and a new filter) and the frount tyre only had 11 PSI in it and the back only had 20 PSI which apparentlly wasnt enough.
I havent taken her out since her top yet so dont know if this has solved the problem but I have a strong feeling that I wont be having problems any more.
Will let you all Know.
Thanks for the info everyone with out it i wouldnt have known what to nag him to check.
I know i appear a little dizzy but me and technical stuff dont mix.

  Mentaka you don't appear dizzy to me at all I have three daughters.

The manual says that she will take more than 2 litres, so why not fill her up to the max?
I dont mean to question your knowledge but I dont understand.
What would happen if I ran her with too much oil in?