occasional cutting out under open throttle, fuel starvation
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occasional cutting out under open throttle, fuel starvation
I am experiencing occasional cutting out, like running out of fuel under wide open throttle.
Since my PCX is a 2013 model, what would I need to do to gain access to the fuel tank to clean it and replace any existing fuel filter on the scooter ? Thank You.
Since my PCX is a 2013 model, what would I need to do to gain access to the fuel tank to clean it and replace any existing fuel filter on the scooter ? Thank You.
Re: occasional cutting out under open throttle, fuel starvat
There isn't a separate fuel filter, just a strainer on the fuel pump and it doesn't require any maintenance.
What you are experiencing is most likely the rev limiter.
What you are experiencing is most likely the rev limiter.
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Re: occasional cutting out under open throttle, fuel starvat
At what speed (mph) do you feel the bucking, stuttering ?
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Re: occasional cutting out under open throttle, fuel starvat
Maybe the injector has a bit of skunge it it? MY auto mechanic nephew swears by Techron, a fuel additive. I used it in my snowblower (admittedly a MUCH simpler engine), and it seemed to help. IT would be $7 gamble, and I don't believe it would hurt anything.
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Re: occasional cutting out under open throttle, fuel starvat
+1. Does ‘t take much, put the remaining in your car or lawn mower or at a 2nd fillup on the PCX. Just mix % wise as recommended. Lucas makes a similar product- they work.GeorgeSK wrote:Maybe the injector has a bit of skunge it it? MY auto mechanic nephew swears by Techron, a fuel additive. I used it in my snowblower (admittedly a MUCH simpler engine), and it seemed to help. IT would be $7 gamble, and I don't believe it would hurt anything.
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Re: occasional cutting out under open throttle, fuel starvat
"I am experiencing occasional cutting out, like running out of fuel under wide open throttle."
When your PCX reaches the rev limiter it starts cutting out as a notice to you that it has reached the maximum you can expect from it. If it is a 2013 150cc that has not been modified, don't expect to reach 70 mph. It won't without some mods.
When your PCX reaches the rev limiter it starts cutting out as a notice to you that it has reached the maximum you can expect from it. If it is a 2013 150cc that has not been modified, don't expect to reach 70 mph. It won't without some mods.
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Re: occasional cutting out under open throttle, fuel starvat
April 9 2019 I noticed it as I opened the throttle wide open over 50 mph. Since then I have been experimenting with wal-mart injector cleaner. I use pure gasoline 99% of the time.easyrider wrote:At what speed (mph) do you feel the bucking, stuttering ?
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Re: occasional cutting out under open throttle, fuel starvat
GeorgeSK wrote:Maybe the injector has a bit of skunge it it? MY auto mechanic nephew swears by Techron, a fuel additive. I used it in my snowblower (admittedly a MUCH simpler engine), and it seemed to help. IT would be $7 gamble, and I don't believe it would hurt anything.
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Re: occasional cutting out under open throttle, fuel starvat
OldGuywhoTinkers wrote:April 9 2019 I noticed it as I opened the throttle wide open over 50 mph. Since then I have been experimenting with wal-mart injector cleaner. I use pure gasoline 99% of the time.easyrider wrote:At what speed (mph) do you feel the bucking, stuttering ?
Changing the spark plug would be my first move.
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Re: occasional cutting out under open throttle, fuel starvat
What milage? Have you had it from new? Has it been serviced?
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Re: occasional cutting out under open throttle, fuel starvat
Are you sure you are not hitting the rev limiter
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Re: occasional cutting out under open throttle, fuel starvat
I have only had that happen to me twice. The first time, it was the valves that needed adjusting. The second time it was the rev limiter. I solved both problems and it hasn't complained since then.
I would say check the obvious first. How many miles on your bike?
I would say check the obvious first. How many miles on your bike?
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NCY variator, drive face, and rollers
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Givi tall windshield & tailbox - Lots of extra lights
Custom seat from Thailand - Bad Boy Airhorn
Takegawa Lowering Shocks - Michelin City Grip Tires
Headlight assy upgraded to LEDs w/HS5 main bulbs
NCY variator, drive face, and rollers