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2007 Kmyco Xciting 500 1229 Miles (1967 km)
« on: January 13, 2010, 01:46:55 PM »
I was parked for about 9 months before I came across it. I will start and run for a bit just till it comes off of choke. Then it idles for a few minutes then it will die and restart. Running it through a range of rpms it will pop sometimes like it is gasping for air. I want to go on some long rides, but am worried about it since it does not want to idle. By the way the idle screw is turned all the way in and it idles at around 1000 rpms. HELP WHAT DO I NEED TO DO!
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Re: 2007 Kmyco Xciting 500 1229 Miles (1967 km)
« Reply #1 on: January 13, 2010, 04:06:04 PM »
Sounds like the carb needs a thorough cleaning. The Idle jet is the smallest, and therefore will clog first. The popping is a lean condition, and I would not ride it until the carb is cleaned. There is really no short-cut here.
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Re: 2007 Kmyco Xciting 500 1229 Miles (1967 km)
« Reply #2 on: January 13, 2010, 06:06:15 PM »
I cleaned the carb now to get it to start again. I hate dry carbs
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Re: 2007 Kmyco Xciting 500 1229 Miles (1967 km)
« Reply #3 on: January 13, 2010, 08:01:11 PM »
The best thing to do at this point is, add 2oz of Sea Foam per gallon of fuel, replace the fuel filter, and spark plug. After that first tank of fuel runs thru you should be fine. The Sea Foam will clean out any varnish from the fuel as well as remove the aluminum oxide created from the ethanol in the fuel.
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Re: 2007 Kmyco Xciting 500 1229 Miles (1967 km)
« Reply #4 on: January 13, 2010, 10:41:19 PM »
Naw, it's probably a total loss, by now. I'll give ya $200 for it.

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Re: 2007 Kmyco Xciting 500 1229 Miles (1967 km)
« Reply #5 on: January 14, 2010, 01:26:09 AM »
$201.00
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Re: 2007 Kmyco Xciting 500 1229 Miles (1967 km)
« Reply #6 on: January 14, 2010, 02:19:27 AM »
Not funny guys But got a new plug tonight replacing it tomorrow and charging the battery try again and see where she takes me
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Re: 2007 Kmyco Xciting 500 1229 Miles (1967 km)
« Reply #7 on: January 14, 2010, 03:34:36 AM »
Sorry! Keep posting because your problem is simple and will be figured out. In fact I figure your scoot will be running fine before you post back. $202.00   Hoping you have a sense of humor!
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Re: 2007 Kmyco Xciting 500 1229 Miles (1967 km)
« Reply #8 on: January 14, 2010, 12:41:30 PM »
Ok I got the carb back on after a R&I and I think the plug is to wet to fire so now for a new plug
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Re: 2007 Kmyco Xciting 500 1229 Miles (1967 km)
« Reply #9 on: January 14, 2010, 06:15:59 PM »
Great News got the plug in. Turned the key on and she fired right up. Idles great runs great now for a road test
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Re: 2007 Kmyco Xciting 500 1229 Miles (1967 km)
« Reply #10 on: January 14, 2010, 07:37:22 PM »
Okay -- $250, but that's my final offer!

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Re: 2007 Kmyco Xciting 500 1229 Miles (1967 km)
« Reply #11 on: January 14, 2010, 08:17:44 PM »
Awesome Arkie.! Stick around the forum, you may be able to help someone else. Hey Jpres. Don't you have to turn up the toaster oven or something...$251.00
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Re: 2007 Kmyco Xciting 500 1229 Miles (1967 km)
« Reply #12 on: January 14, 2010, 09:59:51 PM »
$252  :D
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Re: 2007 Kmyco Xciting 500 1229 Miles (1967 km)
« Reply #13 on: January 15, 2010, 01:08:20 AM »
MMMMmmmm... Cinnamon...
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Re: 2007 Kmyco Xciting 500 1229 Miles (1967 km)
« Reply #14 on: January 15, 2010, 05:33:57 AM »
Toaster oven?  Hell, it's summer, now -- 50F today, and 52F, tomorrow!
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