I have a 2000 ds w/ rwr cdi, alba full pipe, k&n filter, jets.... I try to start it after a couple days in the cold and it wont start. Its like the battery wont turn it over, or when we go ride (this past weekend) i tryed to start it both mornings ,cold, and had to pull start it? It has a stock gel battery and I bought it about a year ago. I was thinking that maybe it just wont turn it over since i added the mods. it will start after it gets warmed up though.... but when it gets cold again it wont?[img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-sad.gif[/img] any recomendations or help would save some embaresment and time.. thanks [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif[/img]

 

Just to clarify. Is the battery capable of turning the machine over? If not, warm the battery up by bringing it in and charging. If the machine is turning over and not starting, try opening the air/idle screw up 1/4 turn to richen. You may need to have a bigger pilot jet as some have had to go to.

 

yeah the battery will start it after it gets hot.

 

hey also i want to lighten up my ds what all could i do for not to much money? anyideas would help

 

I have the same bike and the same problem. I believe our valves are out of adjustment. I use starting fluid for the first start of the day. Just my 2cents

 

If by starting fluid you mean the stuff you spray in the intake/air filter
I would be vary wary of using that stuff on a bike motor[img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-shocked.gif[/img]

 

You most likely need to adjust the valves.
My 2000 is the same way.
Won't start in the morning when the bike is cold but after that, it starts fine the rest of the day.
It's always been a valve adjustment problem.

 

yes it could be valve adjust, but i ride alot in the cold and the only way i can start mine if left outside to long in the cold is to pull off the air filter and hold hand over mouth of carb giving it more fuel. the enrichener in todays carb don't give it enough fuel cold!! i know this works been there many times. good luck.

 

also 2000 models came w/ a 37.5 pilot jet (mine did) check yours and put a 45 in if it hasnt been changed, also you might wanto look into something draining your battery when its sitting. just disconnect the battery after riding and then the next time you jump on connect the battery back up and see if it rolles over better. worth a try!
Sam