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Old 01-27-2010, 03:45 PM   #7
Easy Rider
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Re: Starting the Bike effectively

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Originally Posted by Shipman515
Its a 2003 with 7200 miles. All stock, no recent services as I've only put a few miles on it. Definitely less than 1k.
Your symptoms might be an indication of a weakening battery. If it is OEM then it's 6 years old and probably due for a change. Does it start better if the battery is fully charged (do you have a charger). If you do get a new battery, then the charging system needs a quick check.

As has been mentioned in another thread lately, the low speed jets in the GZ carb seem to be especially sensitive to gum. A dose of Original Gumout or Berryman's B12 Chemtool in the gas would be a good idea too.

You might want to consider changing the plug too; fairly simple and cheap.
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