missing on one cylinder

[digger]

hi: ok so at idle and low rpm, my banshee is missing on one cylinder. i'v taken the carbs apart and cleaned them several times, put in new spark plugs, and switched plug wires to see if the problem would travel to the other side, and it didnt (its the left side thats missing) the bike runs perfect as long as its revving above idle. i havent changed anything on it to make it do this, it just started happening. if anyone has any sugestions i would appreciate it.. thanx a lot.

[WALLACE84]

I had this same problem but on the rightside at higher rpms. I changed the flywheel,reeds, and checked the pickup (its suppose to be at 20 thousands) and between the reeds and flywheel, it went away :shrug:

[tmac20031]

When you cleaned the carbs did you make SURE the pilot jet was clean. If you didnt or you dont know what a pilot jet is for that matter , it can be a real pain.

 

The pilot jet is a small jet that screws down into a small tube in the carburator. If you take off the bowl and look real close you will find it. Any small debris can get caught in this jet and the symtons are exactly what is happening to you. In an idle the bike will not fire on whatever side is clogged because the pilot controls most of the fuel, but as you excelerate the main takes over. Hope this helps :happy:

 

Tip: The hole in the pilot is very small so use a straightend paper clip to shove anything out, and blow what ever you can out of the tube. An air compressor would be nice if you have one, just be careful around the floats mechanics.