I have a 2000 GTX 951 with carbs. The engine purrs like a kitten at idle at 3000 out of the water and 1300 in the water. The problem is when I try to take off. I have to jiggle the throttle to keep it from shutting off. Once passed this spot, the engine runs like a dream and really has a lot of power and top end. At idle there is a little shimmy and small ticking noise that is not noticed any other time. Like I said the ski idles and runs awesome at top end and in between, it just has a problem getting passed that certain spot right out of idle. Also, it is very difficult to start after sitting for a week. I have to choke and choke to get it started. Once started, it's fine. Any suggestions?
slow response at low speeds on GTX 951
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Dr Honda
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Welcome.
Well....... one of 3 things is wrong.
1) you've had a couple back-fires and plugged up the transition ports in the carbs.
---OR----
2) the check valve on the high cuircut is leaking.
----OR-----
3) your pop-off pressure is a little too high. (did someone do a rebuild on the carbs, or did you install an aftermarket air filter?)
Either way... take the carbs apart, and clean them with spray carb cleaner, and compressed air. AND... get a visual confirmation that all the transition ports are clean and clear.
Well....... one of 3 things is wrong.
1) you've had a couple back-fires and plugged up the transition ports in the carbs.
---OR----
2) the check valve on the high cuircut is leaking.
----OR-----
3) your pop-off pressure is a little too high. (did someone do a rebuild on the carbs, or did you install an aftermarket air filter?)
Either way... take the carbs apart, and clean them with spray carb cleaner, and compressed air. AND... get a visual confirmation that all the transition ports are clean and clear.
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