i know, it doesnt explain why the bike suddenly wont start after you only removed the choke cable
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Jackbob
FYI Re Prime position on tap - yes check the fuel tap for flow - my GS has a near new OEM petcock - yet even on "Prime" with the hoses disconnected so i could see what was happening, fuel would not always flow - until i applied a little vacuum to the vac line - then it would "pop" and open.
Vapour lock in the tank? Unlikely i guess.
An inspection of my tap on removal showed it to be full of ****e from the bottom of the tank which needless to say has now been given the POR15 treatment and a respray while i was at it.
Also check that the vacuum line is connected to the correct carb for your model.
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ircryan
Thanks guys, I got it running better than it ever has. I must have dislodged some crap in the tank when I removed it which in turn clogged my petcock and or carbs. I added some fuel system cleaner to the tank and let it sit over night. This morning I tried to start it and she cranked up first try. I didn't even need to use the choke. Thanks again for all your help.
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