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suzuki bandit smoking
Posted: Tue Apr 28, 2015 7:48 am
by jennor12
my Suzuki bandit 1200 k3, has white/ grey smoke after running for 30 seconds. It starts no problem
can any body give me some idea of the problem
Re: suzuki bandit smoking
Posted: Tue Apr 28, 2015 5:59 pm
by Johnj
Hello Ian and welcome to the forum. I wouldn't worry about it smoking a little after you start it, but if it's still smoking after say an hour ride, then you can be worried.We want to see a picture of your bike.
Re: suzuki bandit smoking
Posted: Wed Apr 29, 2015 7:57 am
by GS_in_CO
While bike is cold in cold temperature? Condensation. Normal.
When started hot in warm temps? maybe a little oil. If it clears up and doesn't use any crankcase oil and spark plug doesn't foul - no problem.
Been riding 35 years and haven't seen this before?
Re: suzuki bandit smoking
Posted: Sun May 10, 2015 4:39 pm
by Wrider
If it's after 30 seconds I'd say it's burning a little oil. Does it continue past that? If so, sounds like something is worn in your engine (probably valve guide seals). If not, you're fine, just keep on riding.