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Stashu 04-21-2013 10:07 PM

Gas leak noticed from float bowl vent
 
I just started my 2012 KLX250s from it's winter sleep. I went up and down the driveway a few times and shut the bike off. I noticed the carb float bowl leaking gas excessively...Ideas? warranty?

Thanks!

See link:

2012 KLX250s gas leak - YouTube

MaximusPrime 04-21-2013 11:36 PM

Did you empty the carb before winter and not retighten the drains allen bolt?
I'd back it out a little and then tighten it back up.
Hope that helps, it's all I got.

ITHAPPENS 04-22-2013 12:58 AM

Float could be stuck down. Give it a few taps, may break it loose and re-seat the needle. Good luck! Mine fired right up today for the first time this year. Still a bit chilly but got out for a couple of hours anyway!

hounderd 04-22-2013 06:23 AM

As stated above, the allen bolt on the drain should be tight. If that's doesnt fix it, your float/needle might be stuck, or your float level might be off.

jeffzx9 04-22-2013 02:08 PM

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Careful with that axe, Eugene. Make sure you don't put the Magilla Gorilla on that allen wrench. Just "medium-snug."

EMS_0525 04-22-2013 03:04 PM


Originally Posted by jeffzx9 (Post 494270)
Careful with that axe, Eugene. Make sure you don't put the Magilla Gorilla on that allen wrench. Just "medium-snug."

hahahah.... ive been accused of that a few times. Im getting better though. :D

Sounds like float needle is stuck.

TNC 04-22-2013 04:14 PM


Originally Posted by EMS_0525 (Post 494274)
hahahah.... ive been accused of that a few times. Im getting better though. :D

Sounds like float needle is stuck.

Yeah, residual fuel can break down during winter and make a gummy residue in the needle and seat and/or float pin pivot causing a fuel overflow.

deej 04-22-2013 04:51 PM


Originally Posted by jeffzx9 (Post 494270)
Careful with that axe, Eugene. Make sure you don't put the Magilla Gorilla on that allen wrench. Just "medium-snug."

Bringing out the 30 year old reference, nice!!!

jeffzx9 04-22-2013 05:38 PM


Originally Posted by deej (Post 494281)
Bringing out the 30 year old reference, nice!!!

Just seeing who is paying attention.... ;)

EMS_0525 04-22-2013 06:16 PM

Im 30 years old does that count?


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