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Old 10-30-2022, 10:48 AM
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Hi there, i have a klx250s efi model 2010. I bought it back on 2005 or so used.
Having some issues starting the motor. Back then it was only hard to start the motor again if i accidentally turn it off when for example fail to start on a traffic light.
Now the bike is getting difficult to start anytime no matter what. Battery is new and the bike is serviced recently. Before that, the bike was not in use for 3 years. Any recommendations what to check? Starter maybe?(doesn't sound weak or something).
 
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Old 10-30-2022, 01:50 PM
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Remove carb, clean internally, reinstall.
 
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Old 10-30-2022, 01:51 PM
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Originally Posted by durielk
Remove carb,clean, reinstall.
It's Efi
 
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Old 10-30-2022, 02:21 PM
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Originally Posted by durielk
Remove carb,clean, reinstall.
It's Efi
 
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Old 10-30-2022, 05:25 PM
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Woopsy.
Normal non-start procedure:
1. check spark and plug
2. check fuel to efi
If those are good, I'd clean the efi system.
 
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Old 10-30-2022, 05:51 PM
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Spark plug is new,
HOw can I check the fuel to the efi?!
 
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Old 10-30-2022, 06:12 PM
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Well it's got to get from the tank to the unit somehow. I don't have efi, so not much help other than general ****!
 
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Old 10-30-2022, 06:15 PM
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Originally Posted by durielk
Well it's got to get from the tank to the unit somehow. I don't have efi, so not much help other than general ****!
Oh wait, just to clarify, the mc is working, just don't start easy! Maybe an EFI cleaner can help!
 
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2010 efi?
 
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Old 10-31-2022, 06:24 AM
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Originally Posted by bmart
2010 efi?
Yes. .
 


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