13-08-12, 08:53 PM
Kept the servicing up on an un-used bike?? I'm cynical on this point.
If it's stood for a while, the old fuel will be "off", ie its changed chemically over time (modern fuels do this incredibly quickly).
My advice: new oil & filter, new air filter, new fuel filter, carb cleaning and fresh fuel.
If you're not sure how to clean and set up carbs (they can be quite awkward to set), get a mechanic / garage / clued up mate to do it / show you how.
Beware, if its been left with a low level of fuel in the tank, your tank may be rusty internally (which gets dragged through fuel lines and jets). Your 1200rpm idle sounds about right (can't say for choke, mine doesn't have one).
If it's stood for a while, the old fuel will be "off", ie its changed chemically over time (modern fuels do this incredibly quickly).
My advice: new oil & filter, new air filter, new fuel filter, carb cleaning and fresh fuel.
If you're not sure how to clean and set up carbs (they can be quite awkward to set), get a mechanic / garage / clued up mate to do it / show you how.
Beware, if its been left with a low level of fuel in the tank, your tank may be rusty internally (which gets dragged through fuel lines and jets). Your 1200rpm idle sounds about right (can't say for choke, mine doesn't have one).