Hey guys,

I recently got a great deal on a '88 Ninja 600, that just needs a bit of work. I think the issue is in the carbs but i thought I'd ask to see if anyone might know. We have fuel running to them, but its not getting to the bowls in the carb.

I can get the bike to run by spraying engine starting fluid through the air cleaner, so the only place that leaves is the carbs. I had them open last night and they aren't bad at all.

The bike only has 1400 miles on it, but has sat for a considerable amount of time. I cleaned the carbs, but do you guys think a rebuild is in order? and if so, where is the best place to get the rebuild kits?

Thanks,
Aj

 

Welcome to KF

I have always preferred to have a carb rebuild kit for all of my rides on the shelf. (A just in case thing.) Check out our site sponsors first and if they do not have what you need at the price you want, then look else wheres. But hit them up first.

Sounds like you need to soak the carbs for a day and do some more cleaning. The total tear down of all components and rebuild. (That bike is old and has been sitting so the carb boots will most likely be hard and brittle and may need replacing as well during this tear down) Verify float heights and such as well as performing a carb synchronization afterwards.

Congrats on the new ride. Gear up and enjoy