Why does my scooter not start when I put gas in it?
If you are getting a spark and you are getting gas to the carburetor and the engine is turning over on the starter OK, it’s possible that the electrically operated automatic choke has failed. It’s supposed to operate when the engine is cold, but if it’s stuck or burned out, the mixture will be weak and the scooter probably won’t start.
Why is there no fuel in my gas tank?
If there is, then you have no problems getting fuel from the gas tank and it is probably a needle valve or float problem. If there’s no fuel coming from the tank down that fuel line, then you’re problem may be an issue with the fuel pump, if you have one, or an obstruction in the fuel line or shut off valve.
What to do if choke on scooter wont start?
If the automatic choke is OK, the starter cranks the engine, there’s gas and there’s a spark then there may be an engine problem. You need to check the cylinder compression. You need a compression tester to do this. It screws in instead of the spark plug and measures cylinder pressure.
How can I check if my scooter has a spark?
To check for a spark, remove the spark plug from the cylinder, hold the tip of the plug against the cylinder head and crank the engine. You should see a spark across the gap.
Why do I have no spark in my ignition?
More complicated issues may also contribute to spark loss, but basic conditions are still the general means for good function of any ignition system. Knowing what to look for when troubleshooting ignition systems can allow proper decisions to be made when selecting repair procedures or replacement parts.
If you are getting a spark and you are getting gas to the carburetor and the engine is turning over on the starter OK, it’s possible that the electrically operated automatic choke has failed. It’s supposed to operate when the engine is cold, but if it’s stuck or burned out, the mixture will be weak and the scooter probably won’t start.
To check for a spark, remove the spark plug from the cylinder, hold the tip of the plug against the cylinder head and crank the engine. You should see a spark across the gap.
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How big is the engine on a gas scooter?
The smallest-sized engine on the gas-powered scooters you’ll see online will probably be 50cc. This size engine typically maxes out at around 35 mph. Since this is somewhat limited, cheap scooters on eBay are usually of this type. As you move up in engine size, so does your top speed.
What to do if your scooter won’t turn over?
Check your owner’s manual to make sure that you are doing all you need to to complete the electrical circuit which enables it to start. If the scooter doesn’t turn over when you’ve done all the required operations, there’s an electrical problem with the battery. Make sure the battery is charged. If it is, make sure the fuse hasn’t blown.
What do you need to start a electric scooter?
To start a scooter needs three things: If your scooter won’t start it due to one of the above not being present. Before you start troubleshooting, make sure there is gas in the tank by actually looking into it. Don’t just trust the gas gauge! Most scooters have four things that need to be done before they can be started with the electric starter:
Why does my scooter not start when I try to start it?
If you try to start is manually and the starter engages, but the engine won’t fire, then the problem is with the ignition system or fuel system.
How does a scooter start with an electric starter?
Pressing the starter button completes a circuit between the battery and the spark plug and also a circuit between the battery and the compressor, and turning the ignition opens the fuel valve. So, to get your scooter to start with an electric starter, the following components need to work in harmony:
If the automatic choke is OK, the starter cranks the engine, there’s gas and there’s a spark then there may be an engine problem. You need to check the cylinder compression. You need a compression tester to do this. It screws in instead of the spark plug and measures cylinder pressure.
What to do if your motor scooter won’t idle?
If you find the intake valve is too loose, twist it by hand in a clockwise direction until you reach the desired clearance level. Once you are happy you can just about slide a .004 feeler gauge behind your intake valve then you can re-tighten the intake valve nut and reassemble the intake valve cover and the rest of your scooter.