1976 Honda cb550.....clutch let out and then stalls
10-18-2008, 08:33 AM
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1976 Honda cb550.....clutch let out and then stalls
I am restoring a 1976 Honda cb550 motorcycle and got the engine running just fine in neutral with adequate fuel flowing into a clean carburator.
The problem is that when I shift into 1st or even 2nd and let the clutch out, then engine stalls and dies, even when I provide sufficient throttle and I can move a little (power going to the back tire) and even at high RPMs. I don't think this model bike has a kickstand kill switch that might be off, but I could be wrong.....
ANY INSIGHT or HELP anybody could provide would be greatly appreciated, because I am at the end of my limited wits with this one and I just want to ride.
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Bobby
The problem is that when I shift into 1st or even 2nd and let the clutch out, then engine stalls and dies, even when I provide sufficient throttle and I can move a little (power going to the back tire) and even at high RPMs. I don't think this model bike has a kickstand kill switch that might be off, but I could be wrong.....
ANY INSIGHT or HELP anybody could provide would be greatly appreciated, because I am at the end of my limited wits with this one and I just want to ride.
Thanks
Bobby
10-18-2008, 09:28 AM
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Re: 1976 Honda cb550.....clutch let out and then stalls (bfokidis)
Check to make sure the clutch is adjusted correctly but its most likely a fueling problem. How did you clean out the carbs?
10-18-2008, 10:48 AM
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Re: 1976 Honda cb550.....clutch let out and then stalls (.RJ)
Hey RJ
It could be a fuel or clutch problem...I notice the clutch lever is a little tough to pull, and even though I adjusted it as in the manual, it could be a worn cable. It be nice if it was just that....
As for the carbs, I used a cb550 carb rebuild kit and canned air, there was very little gunk in there in the first place, but the valves are clear, I replaced the fuel lines and the floats are adjusted as such in the manual....
The other thing I didn't mention is that my fuel light comes on regular and I also have difficulty keeping my new battery charged if that helps any.
It could be a fuel or clutch problem...I notice the clutch lever is a little tough to pull, and even though I adjusted it as in the manual, it could be a worn cable. It be nice if it was just that....
As for the carbs, I used a cb550 carb rebuild kit and canned air, there was very little gunk in there in the first place, but the valves are clear, I replaced the fuel lines and the floats are adjusted as such in the manual....
The other thing I didn't mention is that my fuel light comes on regular and I also have difficulty keeping my new battery charged if that helps any.
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