Surge shows up
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Let me see if I can avoid the disappearing post epidemic. I was having the rattling TB issue so I got the repair kit from Beemer Boneyard, the Dan Cata one. When I tried to fix it a while ago, I couldn’t get the liners out so I just bought a used TB from eBay. Of course, it rattled too. So, I took the original one to a machine shop and they fixed me up very quickly for like $35. Should have done that the first time. Installed the new butterfly and everything and put the refurbished TB back on. This is the RH one. While I was at it, I adjusted the valve clearances and replaced the spark plugs even though they weren’t that old. I did the TB sync following detailed instructions from one of CycleBob’s posts. I’ve done this several times before and believe I got a good sync at multiple RPM’s.
Bike runs smoothly except for a couple of issues now. I’m getting a surge at lower RPMs, like below 3,000. Also, idle seems off. It idles around 1,100 - 1,200 but sometimes drops and will even cut off. I have never had either of these issues before. I have an ‘03 single spark.
Here’s what I’ve done so far: rechecked the valve clearance - spot on; re-sync’d the TB’s - spot on at idle and at around 2,500 RPM; reinstalled the original spark plugs - both are the Autolites 3923 double platinum with the gap set at 0.0314 (or close enough to that). The throttle cable is seated correctly - I used the barrel adjuster to sync the TB at higher revs. I put some Sea Foam in a tank of fresh gas but I don’t think this is the problem.
Good news is the TB rebuild kit did the trick and removed the irritating clacking noise. Significantly quieter engine now.
Any thoughts on the surging and idle issues?
Andy
Bike runs smoothly except for a couple of issues now. I’m getting a surge at lower RPMs, like below 3,000. Also, idle seems off. It idles around 1,100 - 1,200 but sometimes drops and will even cut off. I have never had either of these issues before. I have an ‘03 single spark.
Here’s what I’ve done so far: rechecked the valve clearance - spot on; re-sync’d the TB’s - spot on at idle and at around 2,500 RPM; reinstalled the original spark plugs - both are the Autolites 3923 double platinum with the gap set at 0.0314 (or close enough to that). The throttle cable is seated correctly - I used the barrel adjuster to sync the TB at higher revs. I put some Sea Foam in a tank of fresh gas but I don’t think this is the problem.
Good news is the TB rebuild kit did the trick and removed the irritating clacking noise. Significantly quieter engine now.
Any thoughts on the surging and idle issues?
Andy
2003 R1150R
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
Re: Surge shows up
I think I would check for air leaks on the cylinder-head side of the throttle body, and at the vacuum nibs on its underside.
Rich
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I would check for air leaks too. I had an issue a few years back. At idle, the RPM's would drop for a second and then come back up to normal. If it rained, it would cut out completely at idle. It ended up being one of the coils was bad or going bad. I replaced both and has been fine since. I also have an 03 with single spark.
Good luck!
Good luck!
Buckster '03R
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The Autolite Plugs I've found are best being NON Platinum, just the cheap standard one.
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I haven't played in the throttle body/TPS sandbox, but have been watching the following ADV thread as food for thought.. it's another of Roger's in-depth oilhead topic threads:
https://advrider.com/f/threads/tps-alig ... ro.996719/
Just wondering if the comprehensive BMW method for TB/TPS setup might be helpful in your case.
https://advrider.com/f/threads/tps-alig ... ro.996719/
Just wondering if the comprehensive BMW method for TB/TPS setup might be helpful in your case.
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That is one in depth write-up sweatmark. I will need more time to study it. I think it's helpful in that it outlines many of the things that go into making this thing fire.
I re-seated the TB yesterday to try to address any possible leakage. Went for a longish ride in the lovely 75 degree weather we are enjoying. Still getting the surging below 3,000 RPM in most gears. It's not terrible but disconcerting trying to make slow speed manoevers. It seemed to hold idle ok, particularly when warmed up.
I think next up may be changing out the spark plugs to the basic ones but I don't hold much hope with this since it had been running fine on the ones in it.
One interesting aspect I hadn't mentioned before is that the BBS's are, I believe, adjusted at different points with the left one out a bit more than the right. I started at about 1.5 turns open and then adjusted both out a bit to get the idle right. Then, I primarily used the RH BBS to balance on the manometer. When I increased the RPM, I balanced it with the throttle cable adjuster on the right TB. Hmmmm
I re-seated the TB yesterday to try to address any possible leakage. Went for a longish ride in the lovely 75 degree weather we are enjoying. Still getting the surging below 3,000 RPM in most gears. It's not terrible but disconcerting trying to make slow speed manoevers. It seemed to hold idle ok, particularly when warmed up.
I think next up may be changing out the spark plugs to the basic ones but I don't hold much hope with this since it had been running fine on the ones in it.
One interesting aspect I hadn't mentioned before is that the BBS's are, I believe, adjusted at different points with the left one out a bit more than the right. I started at about 1.5 turns open and then adjusted both out a bit to get the idle right. Then, I primarily used the RH BBS to balance on the manometer. When I increased the RPM, I balanced it with the throttle cable adjuster on the right TB. Hmmmm
2003 R1150R
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
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Did you reset the Motronic? Just a thought that maybe it's still operating with the old TB's fuel map...
Rich
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Well, I did the procedure where you turn the key to on then fully open and close the throttle 2-3 times. I did not pull the number 5 fuse for 5-10 minutes beforehand though. Maybe will try that.
2003 R1150R
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
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Here's a short video showing what it is doing at idle following the motronic reset.
https://youtu.be/fzRaQO7XRPI
https://youtu.be/fzRaQO7XRPI
2003 R1150R
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
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That's exactly what mine was doing. I would change the coils. I think I got them from BBY.
Buckster '03R
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I am currently experiencing a similar issue but not as bad as in the video - I have a twin spark and I reckon it is the coil up under the fuel tank feeding the lower set of plugs (I have replaced the stick coils several times and I am currently running Beru ones). I have not changed the coil as yet but plan to and if I can source some new plug leads I will replace them at the same time.
Regards,
Russ
Regards,
Russ
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So, did you get a used set from BBY?Buckster wrote:That's exactly what mine was doing. I would change the coils. I think I got them from BBY.
I've so missed taking the tank off again. Looking forward to it. Really.
2003 R1150R
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
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I was googling for ignition coils and ran across this. I wonder if it would work?
https://www.motorcycleid.com/dynatek/dy ... =124002914
https://www.motorcycleid.com/dynatek/dy ... =124002914
2003 R1150R
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
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I was thinking that used wasn't such a good idea. I found a Beru coil for single sparks for $99 plus shipping at Euro Motoelectrics in Denver. Will give that a go.
2003 R1150R
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
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So, new ignition coils installed. I don't think it solved the problem. Still some surging but the missing seems maybe better. So, maybe I will replace the spark plug lines now. Any other ideas?
2003 R1150R
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
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I guess I should have been more specific when I said coils. The spark plug coils/wires are what I replaced to fix my problem.
Buckster '03R
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Ah ha! I was thinking I should have just gone ahead and ordered and installed those while I was in there. We'll, hope that will fix it because I'm really not enjoying the surging. Will need to do this after I get back from some travel though.
2003 R1150R
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
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Dang. I finally installed the new spark plug cables. Still having a surge issue. I'm guessing it is either: something I did with the throttle body or sync; fuel injector related (doubtful); or, maybe controller. Not sure what else effects the fueling.
2003 R1150R
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
1999 Yamaha VStar 650 Classic (sold)
1991 Honda Nighthawk CB250 !!
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Might try a half bottles of Techroline in the next fill-up, can't hurt.
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