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POOR FUEL ECONOMY
Causes
Solutions
1. Fuel System Leaks
Repair Leak
2. Spark Plug Worn
Replace Spark Plug
3. Air Cleaner Blocked
Clean Air Filter
4. Idle Speed Too High
Adjust Idle Speed
5. Riding at Excessive Speeds
Ride at More Economical Speeds
6. Use of E85 or Fuel Containing more than 10% Ethanol Replace with Non-Ethanol Gasoline
FUEL DRAINING FROM CARBURETOR OVERFLOW TUBE
Causes
Solutions
1. Float Bowl Residue
Clean the Float Bowl
2. Float Bowl Needle Valve Not Completely Closed
Replace Needle Valve
3. Occasional Fuel Overflow
Tap the Fuel Bowl Lightly
PeTCoCK / Fuel FIlTeR leAKS
Causes
Solutions
1. Fuel Switch Loose
Tighten the Fuel Switch
2. Broken Seal
Replace Fuel Switch