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I'm stuck in Galveston, TX, for a couple weeks.
I have been given a 1995 GS500E to use for the time, under the condition that I get it running.
The bike will start for an instant. The longer I let it sit, the longer it will run, but 2-3 seconds is tops.
The battery was dead and I was unsure that it was taking a charge, so it has been replaced with a new one; I charged it as directed.
I pulled off the carbs; everything seemed to operate smoothly but I disassembled them and gave them a good hosing off with carb cleaner.
Upon reassembly, I ensured that the connections were correct and that the lines from the petcock were installed correctly (they had been replaced with automotive line...I got some of the thinner walled motorcycle stuff, as the automotive lines were cracking at the ends).
Exactly the same symptoms upon reassembly.
The carb bowls are full of fuel; they have the little bleeders on the bottom and fuel pours out (even after I emptied the bowls during cleaning) so I assume the valves are opening.
Fuel does not appear to be pouring down the bowls, I don't think they're staying open.
The bike runs if I spray starting fluid in, but still dies fairly quickly.
I think it's not a fuel issue...but it's getting spark, and it's a brand new air filter.
I can't find any obvious air leaks; the rubber boots are supple and in good condition, and I made sure they are well sealed and connected.
Anyone have any ideas? If I don't get it fixed, I'll a) lose face before an attractive woman (who is my co-worker's sister, so don't go getting any ideas--I'm hoping she has friends, lol!) and b) I'll have to pay for a taxi to go anywhere.
Thanks!
Ben
I have been given a 1995 GS500E to use for the time, under the condition that I get it running.
The bike will start for an instant. The longer I let it sit, the longer it will run, but 2-3 seconds is tops.
The battery was dead and I was unsure that it was taking a charge, so it has been replaced with a new one; I charged it as directed.
I pulled off the carbs; everything seemed to operate smoothly but I disassembled them and gave them a good hosing off with carb cleaner.
Upon reassembly, I ensured that the connections were correct and that the lines from the petcock were installed correctly (they had been replaced with automotive line...I got some of the thinner walled motorcycle stuff, as the automotive lines were cracking at the ends).
Exactly the same symptoms upon reassembly.
The carb bowls are full of fuel; they have the little bleeders on the bottom and fuel pours out (even after I emptied the bowls during cleaning) so I assume the valves are opening.
Fuel does not appear to be pouring down the bowls, I don't think they're staying open.
The bike runs if I spray starting fluid in, but still dies fairly quickly.
I think it's not a fuel issue...but it's getting spark, and it's a brand new air filter.
I can't find any obvious air leaks; the rubber boots are supple and in good condition, and I made sure they are well sealed and connected.
Anyone have any ideas? If I don't get it fixed, I'll a) lose face before an attractive woman (who is my co-worker's sister, so don't go getting any ideas--I'm hoping she has friends, lol!) and b) I'll have to pay for a taxi to go anywhere.
Thanks!
Ben
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