my 50cc moped (speedfight) broke down on me the other day, i was driving along at 40mph and suddenly it died on me. it starts up ok but then it doesnt sound healthy and when u rev it more than half way it starts to splutter and then eventually it just dies on me. what is the problem? please help
2007-05-07 11:12:59 · 7 answers · asked by ashley r 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
ive checked my fuel line and its all clear
2007-05-07 11:53:56 · update #1
carb problems by the sound of it. no fuel or not enough will keep a bike from running. check fuel lines/filters.
2007-05-07 11:27:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would first check to see if the proper amount of air is getting to the engine I had a small bike a few years back that sounds like it had the same problem. When ever i would rev the engine and it needed more air for the fuel amount the engine would just bog down and crash.
2007-05-07 11:24:51 · answer #2 · answered by C White 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Depending on the year and mileage, it might be time for an engine rebuild (cylinder, piston & rings).
If it's a 2 stroke engine, the exhaust pipe could be cloged up.
Before tearing you scoot apart, check the compression.
Remove the spark plug.
Put you finger over the hole.
Try to start the motor.
If the compression is good, your finger should blow off the hole (with good force - don't worry, you won't feel a thing).
Another thing - check the air cleaner. Scooters don't run well with dirty air cleaners.
2007-05-07 12:10:45 · answer #3 · answered by guardrailjim 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like it could be a charging system problem - if not, check your fuel line(s) they could be clogged.
Try the following:
1. Do a battery test
2. Check your alternator
3. Check your starter
2007-05-07 11:19:05 · answer #4 · answered by °bigÐell°™ 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Either you need a new sparkplug or you need to clean out your carbuator.
2007-05-07 13:03:33 · answer #5 · answered by jcm278 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could be out of gas.
2007-05-07 11:25:14 · answer #6 · answered by (A) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you likely need to get your carburetor cleaned.
2007-05-07 11:25:45 · answer #7 · answered by nor_cal116 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋