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Apr 29, 2009 | 02:37 PM

kd4tsc

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Idle Problem

Got a '93 FXLR and when I start it, I of course, pull out the Choke(sorry...Enrichener) **** and let it warm up for the appropriate amount of time. Problem is, when I push the **** back in, the engine won't idle - wants to cut off. I can keep it running with a little twist of the throttle but once I back off, engine wants to die. Common sense tells me I merely need to adjust a jet on the carb (Stock CV) but I wanted to check with someone first who may know more about it than I.
Any suggestions?
Thanks

Apr 29, 2009 | 02:44 PM

maddghost

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maybe just some cleaning agent sometime that's all it takes.

Apr 29, 2009 | 05:04 PM

dyna rider

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Cleaning is probably a good idea but try adjusting the idle screw. Get down next to the carb and twist the throttle a few times. You should see the idle screw moving with the throttle.

Apr 29, 2009 | 05:22 PM

bakerm75

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I would want to readjust the throttle cables also and oil them up.
this might help although a manual would be better.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jywZRVuJnYY

Apr 29, 2009 | 06:23 PM

mtnlvr

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Quote:

Originally Posted by kd4tsc

Got a '93 FXLR and when I start it, I of course, pull out the Choke(sorry...Enrichener) **** and let it warm up for the appropriate amount of time...

How do you know what the "appropriate amount of time is"? Mine dies with the enrichener in and no throttle till she's good and warm. Could be low idle?

Apr 29, 2009 | 08:11 PM

seniorsuperglideE8

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The idle speed adjustment screw is on the right hand side of the CV carb. Turning the screw clockwise will raise the idle. I wonder if the previous owner lowered the idle to get the "harley sound". Also run some seafoam in the gas, about 3-4 ozs. per full tank. You might want to check for leaks at carb to manifold gasket, those act as a vacuum leak.