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tire locks when push starting
Posted: Sat Nov 19, 2005 1:14 pm
by maximnewb
When trying to push start my 82 maxim xj550 (push starting used to work) the rear tire locks up and skids to a stop as soon as I pop the clutch?
Any suggestions? Thanks.
Posted: Sat Nov 19, 2005 2:42 pm
by Gadjet
try it with the bike in 2nd or 3rd gear. will make it easier.
Posted: Sat Nov 19, 2005 3:51 pm
by 9000white
uhhhh...is the engine locked up???
Posted: Sat Nov 19, 2005 11:49 pm
by maximnewb
^^^ Could be...but I sure hope not. Any way to tell for sure?
Posted: Sun Nov 20, 2005 3:30 am
by 9000white
yeah...put it on the centerstand pull the sparkplugs put it in 5th gear and turn the back wheel.
Posted: Sat Dec 10, 2005 12:52 pm
by Cockney Rebel
When you bump start it try the old way of banging your body weight onto the saddle as you drop the clutch.
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