Why is my KTM 450 EXC not starting?
make sure all your grounds around the coil are tight too…. take the bottom nut off the float bowl and check the pilot… if that bottom nut/sump is fulla crap, might be the problem…. Might not apply to your bike, but when my ignition pickup was weak (04 KTM 450), the bike would not start using the electric starter.
Is the 2004 KTM 450 EXC worth it?
Only oil changes and valve adjustments were done to the bike. On the front lines, battling a global pandemic. There is a 04 ktm exc 450 with 3700 miles with aftermarket seat and bigger tank selling for $3200. Is it worth it? The owner seemed to take good care of the bike but 3700 miles seems quite of bit of use, is it?
When do you need a top end on a KTM 450?
Higher RPM = faster valve cuping… so a motor with 2000 miles may need a top end but a motor with 8000 miles will be fine. Honestly, there is no way to tell without pulling the intake valve cover and seeing how much adjustment is left on the tappet. It’s easy to do. The less adjustment left = the sooner you need a top end! Yay!
make sure all your grounds around the coil are tight too…. take the bottom nut off the float bowl and check the pilot… if that bottom nut/sump is fulla crap, might be the problem…. Might not apply to your bike, but when my ignition pickup was weak (04 KTM 450), the bike would not start using the electric starter.
Why does my spark plug not work on my bike?
If the plug has oil on it, then it’s oiling up and may not work efficiently, potentially causing a misfire or stuttering under hard acceleration. If it’s just dark or black the bike could be running too rich. A heavy accumulation of carbon on the nose can cause a leakage path to earth. This can cause misfires and poor engine starting.
Is it normal to have brown spark plugs?
Before you throw your old spark plug in the bin, check them to get an understanding of how well your engine is running. If the plug is brown or light grey your can assume your engine is in good condition and the spark plug is functioning well. Even when a plug is in good condition small deposits will accumulate. This is normal.
What should I do when I remove my spark plugs?
When you’ve removed your spark plugs, check the condition of the threads in the cylinder head and put a cloth over the cylinder head if you’re going to leave it exposed. Install each spark plug by hand until you have wound the thread a couple of turns. This reduces the chances of you cross-threading the plug.
If the plug has oil on it, then it’s oiling up and may not work efficiently, potentially causing a misfire or stuttering under hard acceleration. If it’s just dark or black the bike could be running too rich. A heavy accumulation of carbon on the nose can cause a leakage path to earth. This can cause misfires and poor engine starting.
Before you throw your old spark plug in the bin, check them to get an understanding of how well your engine is running. If the plug is brown or light grey your can assume your engine is in good condition and the spark plug is functioning well. Even when a plug is in good condition small deposits will accumulate. This is normal.
When you’ve removed your spark plugs, check the condition of the threads in the cylinder head and put a cloth over the cylinder head if you’re going to leave it exposed. Install each spark plug by hand until you have wound the thread a couple of turns. This reduces the chances of you cross-threading the plug.