How does water get into a gas tank on a motorcycle?
Water can get into your motorcycle’s gas tank in a number of ways, but the most common means is by condensation.
Why is there dirt in my gas tank?
Sediment, dirt and even rocks may enter your fuel tank under a variety of circumstances. Off-roading often leaves dirt on the truck, which falls into the gas inlet when you fuel the tank. Or dirt gets into your spare fuel system and eventually finds its way into your tank.
What causes condensation in a motorcycle gas tank?
If you’ve allowed your motorcycle to sit for an extended period of time in cold or cooler weather with a half-full or nearly empty gas tank, you’ve created optimal conditions for condensation to form and accumulate inside the tank.
What should I do if my motorcycle does not start?
Have your motorcycle towed to an authorized mechanic if it will not start at all or if misfires persist days after adding dry gas to the system. Request that the gas tank be drained, flushed and re-filled, if possible. This job may require roughly an hour of labor.
What causes a pit bike engine to sputter?
The problem of having an engine “sputter” is typically caused by a fuel system issue. For pit bikes with smaller cc displacement engines, in order for a cylinder to fire efficiently, three separate components must work together; the fuel delivery system (carburetor), the ignition coil and wires and the spark plug.
What makes the combustion chamber of a motorcycle sputter?
The three things you need to create an explosion in the combustion chamber of a motorcycle are air, fuel, and a spark. Examining the mechanics that deal with these three components will ensure you’ll find your sputtering issue. I’ll discuss the most common reasons for sputtering.
Why is the spark plug on my motorcycle sputtering?
A malfunctioning spark plug will cause the cylinder it’s connected with to misfire which will ultimately cause performance issues and the motorcycle to sputter. Next, check the spark plug wires.
What should I do if my bike is sputtering?
While ensuring you are wearing safety glasses, apply carb cleaner vigorously through the holes of the jets and through the entire carburetor. You should then use compressed air to blow any gunk or debris that could be stuck in the jets or the bottom bowl inside the carburetor.