What kind of problems does a bayou klf300 have?
It had 4 dry rotted tires, a dry rotted seat, years of dirt built up on it, a gas tank full of dried up ethanol and a carburetor full off dried up, varnished fuel. Ohhh, got my work cut out for me!
What makes a Kawasaki Bayou klf300 engine Purr?
The KLF300 engine went from clanking, missing and popping like a old jalopy to purring like a big ol happy kitten once the overvoltage was removed. When unplugging the regulator from the harness plug]
Where does a Kawasaki Bayou klf300 ATV go?
He rode up and down the fence lines between our properties on it and pulled a little wagon behind it. That was it. When he got too old to throw his leg over the seat, he parked it behind one of his barns and bought a electric golf cart to buzz around on. It sat there for 4 years with a tank full of ethanol and the fuel petcock left open.
What kind of engine does a Kawasaki Bayou 300 have?
Kawasaki’s Bayou 300 ATV is powered by a single-cylinder, two-valve engine. During normal operation, a set of rocker arms push down on the valves, allowing fuel to enter while forcing exhaust gases out.
How does the valve timing work on a Kawasaki Bayou 300?
The chain controls the valve timing and is regulated by a self-adjusting chain tensioner at the base of the engine cylinder. This tensioner normally does not need adjustment; however, a sticking or malfunctioning tensioner could prevent the chain from being held under tension, allowing it to rattle against the cylinder.
What should the air gap be on a Kawasaki Bayou 300?
Ideally, there should be a 0.003- to 0.005-inch air gap between the valve stem and the rocker arm. Additionally, the feeler gauge should be able to move between the valve and the rocker arm with a slight drag. Loosen the adjuster locknut on the top of the rocker arm using an 8 mm box-end wrench.
Where is the feeler gauge on a Bayou 300?
Slip a feeler gauge between the intake valve stem, located at the top of the valve, and the rocker arm. Ideally, there should be a 0.003- to 0.005-inch air gap between the valve stem and the rocker arm. Additionally, the feeler gauge should be able to move between the valve and the rocker arm with a slight drag.
Can a bad battery cause a bad neutral switch?
Of course, you might not recognize this problem as being directly connected to your neutral safety switch because the same symptom can occur from a bad battery or starter motor. Sometimes the engine might crank in park but not in neutral. This is another possible symptom of a neutral safety switch problem.
Why does my neutral light not come on?
When I shut it off that time, it would not start again. It changes gears, however it displays only a straight line. The green neutral light will not come on and therefore it will not crank. I got it to crank by pulling on the manual cord but it will not start.
Where is the regulator on a Kawasaki Bayou klf300?
The regulator/rectifier is located on the left hand side of the air filter housing. Pretty easy to get to it. 1 bolt removes it. I took my Clymer manual and found the schematic for my year and model and traced down every single wire.