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by MarkB1968
Jul 14th, '24, 16:51
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Running
Replies: 16
Views: 13841

Re: Running

Empty out the E10 and use it in your lawnmower if you need to. Fill the tank with fresh E5, and add a large dose of Comma Petrol Magic. Shake the bike to mix it in with the petrol, then start the bike and run sufficiently to allow the fresh mix into the float bowls. Then let the bike stand at least...
by MarkB1968
Jul 13th, '24, 15:16
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Running
Replies: 16
Views: 13841

Re: Running

MikeZ wrote: Jul 13th, '24, 08:05 When it's stone cold, wet with water all 4 downpipes, start it and look at the downpipes, that will show you if it's just generally running rough or if it's a single cylinder not running. Just helps you narrow down what to check.
Thanks that is a good idea 👍
by MarkB1968
Jul 13th, '24, 15:15
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Running
Replies: 16
Views: 13841

Re: Running

Kata wrote: Jul 13th, '24, 11:23 Check HT leads firm on the plugs
That’s a very good idea thanks
by MarkB1968
Jul 13th, '24, 15:14
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Running
Replies: 16
Views: 13841

Re: Running

I think I should look for a mobile motorcycle mechanic
So if anyone knows of any that cover Blandford Dorset please let me know
by MarkB1968
Jul 13th, '24, 11:15
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Running
Replies: 16
Views: 13841

Re: Running

My problem is I am going in hospital next week for hip replacement surgery so I’m going to be out off action for 6 weeks and my goal was to be going for a ride as soon as I can and now it needs the running issues sorted and mot which I think it will pass no problem as all new tyres and brakes I can’...
by MarkB1968
Jul 12th, '24, 17:38
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Running
Replies: 16
Views: 13841

Re: Running

So should I be running it on E5 high Octane fuel
by MarkB1968
Jul 12th, '24, 17:37
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Running
Replies: 16
Views: 13841

Re: Running

So should I be running it on E5 high octane fuel
by MarkB1968
Jul 12th, '24, 14:40
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Running
Replies: 16
Views: 13841

Running

my 1999 suzuki GSX600F Just started up after not been used for about a month That’s when i replaced air and oil filter and plugs and after i done that got the bike back together and it was fine so I started it today to make sure battery was good and its not running on all 4 cylinders Sounds rough an...