Cars & Transportation - 2 July 2007

I was accelerating from the traffic lights, and as I was speeding up, the engine seemed to suddenly loose power. No matter how much throttle I applied, the engine did not want to go, it sounded very dull and I stuggled to maintain my speed. Now, i need to rev the engine very high in low gears in order to get it going, and even then, it is a struggle to climb up hills, and maintain even low speeds (60km/h). I need to gain alot of momentum in order to reach higher speeds (80km/h). The bike seems to rev normally when I apply the throttle at a standstill, but as soon as I start moving and changing gears, it becomes problematic to get the engine going, and it struggles to maintain power. The engine now generally has a dull sound, and there is a dull popping sound from the exhausts.

Could this be an ignition timing problem? Or another re-adjustment that needs to be made? Or did I break something....The bike has done about 5700kms. It is a 2006 Kawasaki GPX 250R (or "ninja" 250R in the US)

2007-07-02 01:57:34 · 3 answers · asked by driving_blindly 4 in Motorcycles

2007-07-02 01:54:02 · 6 answers · asked by DaneMaricich 3 in Insurance & Registration

A light on the dash of my Space wagon has started flashing - it is intermittent and doesn't seem related to any movements with the car. I have checked the oil, brake fluid and topped up the steering fluid, does anyone have any ideas what else this could be. The light is orange and has never come on in 6 years of owning the car. Not having a manual I can't work it out. Please can any one help.

2007-07-02 01:53:00 · 11 answers · asked by janey_lambo 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-07-02 01:51:18 · 7 answers · asked by Naleen 1 in Buying & Selling

2007-07-02 01:49:14 · 3 answers · asked by Queenie 4 in Motorcycles

Anybody DIY a fuel pump for a 97 GMC suburban

2007-07-02 01:47:58 · 3 answers · asked by crystalblues71 1 in GMC

I am not near to my owners manual and was wondering what is the usual mileage to take a car in that is brand new and under warranty.

2007-07-02 01:41:32 · 17 answers · asked by Scratch-N-Sniff 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

i have a daewoo racer gti (daewoo lemans) 1.5L how can i tune it up without changing the engine....what are the upgrade components recommended

2007-07-02 01:37:38 · 3 answers · asked by >>-L-o-V-e-R--> 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Can i use US car stereo in europe ? I've heard they have different freq. and that there is no adapter that i can use. Is this true:(

2007-07-02 01:36:43 · 3 answers · asked by nrwy 1 in Car Audio

trying to replace a drier on a 1997 dodge dakota.

2007-07-02 01:35:49 · 4 answers · asked by Alan W 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Got my driving test on thursday, i am sh...... my self, ive only had 12 lessons which doesnt seem alot, but ive also got my own car which helps alot. il just shake when i get in the car i hope i dont. I really like to drive with having 2 kids, to take them out in car over summer hols. Any tips to get rid of the nerves. My heart is beating that fast with nerves its gona pop out. Ha ha. Any tips on anything do with the test. Thanks

2007-07-02 01:34:01 · 10 answers · asked by ryan+reegan 2 in Other - Cars & Transportation

what are the rulings of the engine size that you are allowed to tow a banner with...

2007-07-02 01:32:25 · 8 answers · asked by soygalles 1 in Aircraft

i want to take my sisters kids out but i have a mustang and no children of my own. i dont even know if a car seat fits in a mustang. does anyone know?? ty

2007-07-02 01:28:42 · 12 answers · asked by pepatong 3 in Ford

Does anyone know how to adjust the diesel fuel pump on a 1.8 Ford Escort - 1996.

I'm getting quite a bit of white smoke and have been told the mixture is too lean.

2007-07-02 01:08:43 · 6 answers · asked by Boris 5 in Maintenance & Repairs

i have changed the air filter,put injector cleaner,changed my oil

2007-07-02 01:05:47 · 2 answers · asked by E O 1 in Other - Cars & Transportation

2007-07-02 01:03:53 · 1 answers · asked by Rebecca C 1 in Boats & Boating

my car is 07 model. l was involve in an accident that was not my fault. The insurance want to fix the car instead of total loss, what should l do because l do not want the car to be repaired since it is a new car and they value of trade in will go down. l need your advice, thank you.

2007-07-02 00:59:30 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

When I am driving my truck, if I turn the lights on, when I turn the ignition to turn the truck back off, the engine stays on. If I turn the lights back on, the engine turns off and then I can play with the lights to completely turn the truck off so nothing is running. What in the **** is going on?

2007-07-02 00:56:54 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

Hi, further to my last question, I need to know the coil connections for the HT leads to the straight line electronic coil. Thanks to those who replied with answers before but I worded the question poorly. The car has electronic ignition and the HT leads are connected in a straight line not a circle. Any advice would be much appreciated. Thanks.

2007-07-02 00:53:18 · 1 answers · asked by toeuk1 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Yesterday, roofers cut shingles off the roof and little bits of tar fell on the hood, bumper and sides of my new car. I took it through a touchless wash, but it had been 90 degrees since 7 am, and the tar was baked on. Is there a way to safely remove these tar bits myself without ruining my car's finish, or should I take it to a detail shop?

2007-07-02 00:41:49 · 12 answers · asked by DSL 4 in Maintenance & Repairs

Jorgensen Ford Detroit, Michigan is the new car dealer and they have had the worst service department in the United States. I am having problems with my 2002 Taurus and they have not even attempted to get the issue resolved. I was told by Ford Motor Company that they did not have any control over the dealership. Since the dealerships are authorized Ford Agents, it appears as if I cannot get my extended warranty enforced. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

2007-07-02 00:34:21 · 6 answers · asked by sunder1382 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I cannot the cause of the smell either.

2007-07-02 00:17:12 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Buying & Selling

I heard you can get a legal document/contract and it leaves out the bank what is that called and does it work??

2007-07-02 00:14:10 · 5 answers · asked by Mr. GOAT Ms. Vette 1 in Buying & Selling

2007-07-02 00:08:48 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Car Makes