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scooter loses power

#1 Unread post by dman79 »

hi guys
ive got a 125c scooter and my bike allows me to pull of but as soon as i increase the throttle it starts chugging and cuts out any ideas as to what it could be pls thanks!!!!!!

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#2 Unread post by Johnj »

Hello and welcome to the forum. If I had to guess (and I do) I'd say the carb is dirty. :kicking:
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#3 Unread post by Hanson »

I can't offer any advice on your mechanical issue, but I would also like to welcome you to the forum.

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#4 Unread post by dr_bar »

Air filter is a possibility as well...
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#5 Unread post by sapaul »

Check any vacuum hoses
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