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Nov 3, 2009 | 12:20 AM

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lhcstreetbob

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From: lake havasu

mine is doing the same thing.. if i dont start it right away it takes a few times to make it start. its very annoying i would like to see if there is a way to fix this

Nov 3, 2009 | 12:58 AM

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arnold

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From: Irving-Texas

Mine was sort of hard start after the initial PCIII install but now like most I just turn ignition on and fire it up, almost always hits instantly. Before PCIII I waited just to hear the fuel prime but that isn't needed anyway they fire on command, one of the nice things about EFI, fires right up in 20 degrees with no foolin around

Nov 3, 2009 | 10:14 AM

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I would recommend checking the throttle position settings with the PC software as a starting point.

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Nov 3, 2009 | 12:38 PM

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jcannady

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From: Northeast Georgia

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Originally Posted by jeff.georgalas

A+ on this. I was having the exact same problem. Talked with Jamie @ fuelmoto, and he explained this to me, and the technical jargon that goes with it. I forget the exact explanation, but he told me to just start it right up after the ignition is turned on, and he guaranteed me that this will not hurt the bike in anyway. I've been doing that ever since then, and no problems at all, and it cranks right over every time! If there's anybody here who's advice that I trust it's Jamie's, so I'm doing as he suggested.

I'm a little confused on this. When I crank my SB I turn the key to ignition, press the run switch, and then press the starter button. Is there a different order that I'm missing?

Jim

Nov 3, 2009 | 12:50 PM

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redlohsom

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Quote:

Originally Posted by fuelmoto

I would recommend checking the throttle position settings with the PC software as a starting point.

So what is it Jamie?? check TPS with software or Just let it be and start it up with out waiting?? someone quoted you on here. Mine is doing the same thing.

Nov 3, 2009 | 01:23 PM

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fuelmoto

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Originally Posted by redlohsom

So what is it Jamie?? check TPS with software or Just let it be and start it up with out waiting?? someone quoted you on here. Mine is doing the same thing.

There are a couple different things being discussed and one bike in the discussion is a 08 touring model which has a different EFI system. As I recommend I would first check the throttle position settings with the PC software because if this is off a couple % it will shift the entire map and can affect starting. If you check/reset this and its OK and you still see a slight starting delay it can due to the way the PC unit boots up and any delays can be alleviated using the following starting procedure which are not related to the map or start up fuel that some have recommended using. When starting the bike turn on the ignition switch and press the start button immediately, you do not need to wait for the engine light to go out. There is no reason to wait for the light to go out, it is not in the owners manual under "Starting your motorcycle" and this is likely the same procedure you use every time you start your car. There is fuel pressure at the injectors and when you hear the pump running it is on a clock which shuts it off after several seconds not fuel pressure. The starting delay some are seeying in most cases is almost immeasurable, however using the procedure works the best. If anyone needs any help just let us know, we are here to help.

Nov 5, 2009 | 08:46 PM

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jcannady

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From: Northeast Georgia

Just to let everyone know, both approaches worked. I pressed the start button before the engine light had gone out and it started right up. I then went into PCV and reset the TPS. Now, even when I let the engine light go out it starts right up.

Thanks again!!!

Jim