Why are2 strokes hard to start?
(1) That you’ve flooded the engine by trying to start it, or that the lower end is loaded up (because you left the gas petcock on). (2) That there is no spark (thus, the plug is wet because the plug never ignited the fuel). Fixing a wet plug (from a flooded engine) is easy.
Why won’t my dirt bike start in the cold?
Like a car, dirt bikes also have a hard time starting when it’s cold. Fluids thicken, the spark plug hibernates and manufacturers don’t make -5w-30 engine oil. As for a kick start, try pumping it a few times to get the oil moving first.
Is it bad to ride a 2 stroke in the cold?
If you ride a two stroke you will need to richen up the air fuel mixture to compensate for the cold temperatures. This could eventually cause the carburetor to freeze up, leading to fuel starvation and/or a stuck throttle.
Should you warm up your dirt bike?
By allowing your engine to warm up before you start riding you allow all the components in the engine to slowly expand and stabilize. Once the engine is warm, changes in the engine part dimensions are less drastic and there is much less risk of damaging the engine.
How to take care of a KTM 300 2 stroke?
10 MAINTENANCE TIPS FOR THE KTM 300 2-STROKE: MR. KNOW-IT-ALL The KTM 300XC-W TPI isn’t that different from a conventional two-stroke. We’ve been dealing with fuel-injection for over a decade now on four-strokes, and the rest of the bike offers no real technological differences from a bike in the late ’90s.
Is the KTM 300XC-W TPI a two stroke bike?
The KTM 300XC-W TPI isn’t that different from a conventional two-stroke. We’ve been dealing with fuel-injection for over a decade now on four-strokes, and the rest of the bike offers no real technological differences from a bike in the late ’90s. In response to a large number of requests, here are my top 10 maintenance tips for the bike.
Is the clutch on a KTM 300 maintenance free?
Clutch: KTMs have excellent clutches. If you don’t abuse the clutch, like by getting stuck in an axle-deep bog, it will last forever. I’ve seen them with 500 hours and still in good shape. Other than requiring regular tranny fluid changes, clutches are typically maintenance free.
What kind of oil does a KTM 300 use?
4. Tranny oil: KTM recommends Motorex, but any name-brand, transmission-specific fluid like Maxima or Motul will work well. Some budget-minded guys use 10w40 automotive oil, but those oils lack polymers that cushion the gears and clutch plates.
10 MAINTENANCE TIPS FOR THE KTM 300 2-STROKE: MR. KNOW-IT-ALL The KTM 300XC-W TPI isn’t that different from a conventional two-stroke. We’ve been dealing with fuel-injection for over a decade now on four-strokes, and the rest of the bike offers no real technological differences from a bike in the late ’90s.
Is the KTM 300XC a 4 stroke motorcycle?
The problem is that the 300XC doesn’t really support the conspiracy argument—the contention that there’s a secret agreement between government and motorcycle-makers to push four-strokes. The 300 is a perfectly modern motorcycle that receives just as much attention as any machine in KTM’s huge line. It’s available in dealerships everywhere.
When to bleed Forks on a KTM 300?
1. Bleed forks: Air bleeder screws should be bled before every ride. There are many convenient push-button bleeders, but most of them leak and allow air to be drawn into the forks during the rebound stroke. Air pressure makes the fork harsh on small trail trash.
Clutch: KTMs have excellent clutches. If you don’t abuse the clutch, like by getting stuck in an axle-deep bog, it will last forever. I’ve seen them with 500 hours and still in good shape. Other than requiring regular tranny fluid changes, clutches are typically maintenance free.