won`t start under 40 deg

uride2 · 11-25-2012, 09:45 AM

got an 02 nomad with V&H, Dynatek fi controler,runs perfect ecept won`t start when it real cod in the am. help please
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Cagecam · 11-25-2012, 11:08 AM

Maybe put hotter plug in it. Next hotter plug.

sfair · 11-25-2012, 01:57 PM

Sorry, hotter spark plug will not help.

Do you use the fast idle knob down by the ignition switch on cold start?

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uride2 · 11-25-2012, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by sfair

Sorry, hotter spark p,lug will not help.

Do you use the fast idle knob down by the ignition switch on cold start?

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yes,the bike starts after the out door temp heats up

sfair · 11-26-2012, 10:36 AM

On the fast idle knob, it pulls easily for the first bit...taking up slack, then it gets a lot tougher...this is where it starts to do something. Are you pulling it through the tougher region?

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Angel of Death · 11-26-2012, 05:08 PM

On mine, the fast idle knob had little to no effect (even when operated properly as described by sfair) until I also did the throttle body cleaning. Noticed especially when colder.

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uride2 · 11-27-2012, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Angel of Death

On mine, the fast idle knob had little to no effect (even when operated properly as described by sfair) until I also did the throttle body cleaning. Noticed especially when colder.

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the temp in centeral fkorida has stayed above 40 for the last few days.pull the choke out hard and i think i had it all the way out,but i`ll try it next time it get cold.jjust ride

Angel of Death · 11-27-2012, 07:18 PM

FWIW, don't have to wait till its cold to see if fast idle lever does anything. It still should bump up the idle noticeably. If not then you could check into TB cleaning now and maybe be ready for next time is cold... or start diagnosing why else the lever doesn't work.

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uride2 · 11-28-2012, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Angel of Death

FWIW, don't have to wait till its cold to see if fast idle lever does anything. It still should bump up the idle noticeably. If not then you could check into TB cleaning now and maybe be ready for next time is cold... or start diagnosing why else the lever doesn't work.

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DAAAH,try it the rpm go up, man what a great day rode ofer the skyway bridge,and over to st Pete Pier

sfair · 11-28-2012, 07:18 PM

Are you saying that pulling the knob into the tough zone worked for you? (Cannot believe I just said that!)

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