Recent content by dcycles88

thats interesting but my kick doesnt seem to be working properly . it only turns the motor over a little bit but its worth a try . thanks

i got a lot of checking to do . i got a feeling im going to find some more bad wiring . im not giving up . i will let you guys know when i figure this out .thanks

i think i will check out the coils . ive seen one on a car fire but not run before . it was weak . you wouldnt think both are bad but its worth a look . thanks

starting fluid makes no difference . the carbs are squeaky clean . i even put new jets in . im a decent mechanic but im the first to admit i dont know everything . could the plugs be firing out of the engine but not when installed? it appears to have newer coils with ngk plug wires . this bike...

good advise

any help would be great thanks

hello, ive got a good one here . its a 81 xs400 . cdi . i bought the bike not running . it didnt have fire and the carbs were a mess . i fixed some bad wiring that got it sparking again . went through the carbs . when i tried to start it wont hit a lick .the most it will do is backfire...