Why does my ninja zx6r hesitate in 1st?

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Old 08-11-2010, 03:07 AM
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Default Why does my ninja zx6r hesitate in 1st?

Usually this occurs after riding for about least 15 min or more. It only seems to happen when I accelerate from a stop in 1st gear or decelerate to 1st. at idle, its too high or barely runs, and then gradually accelerates when I turn the throttle. Then after a few seconds it catches. Sometimes, in the middle of riding it dies out and won't start back up. I have to wait a good 5-10 min. before it kicks over again (if it kicks over) ive tried clean carbs, air filter, battery, and fuel injector. Been to 3 separate bike shops over 4 months and all always say they cant find anything and it runs great...is there a trick with ninjas and 1st gear?
 
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Old 08-11-2010, 06:51 PM
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what year of zx6r? euro model or american?

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Old 08-11-2010, 07:54 PM
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thanks very much!! i have a 01 american ninja
 
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Old 08-13-2010, 05:48 AM
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Is the fuel tank venting properly? Try poping the tank open when it gives you problems, you might have a bad vent, could also be spark related, How do the plugs look?

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Old 08-13-2010, 07:06 AM
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Sometimes, in the middle of riding it dies out and won't start back up. I have to wait a good 5-10 min. before it kicks over again (if it kicks over) ive tried clean carbs, air filter, battery, and fuel injector
Since it is a carbed ride, fuel restriction, float height and carb synch. change the fuel filter to start with. good luck and welcome to KF.
 
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Old 08-14-2010, 02:19 AM
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Thanks everyone. im going to look into these suggestions.
 
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Old 08-15-2010, 04:44 AM
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Let us know what you find, and lets see some pics!
 
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