Bike Wont accelerate

[WouldBeBiker]

Made some adjustment to the carb as the big cylinder in the middle was almost fully closed. I get up to speed, release the clutch, engine start going and when i pull the throttle i hear it slightly rev up but i dont accelerate and unless i keep petaling the engine dies. If you need me to take pics of anything just ask. Also i want to check the spark plug but i dont know how to get it out as my adjustable doesnt seem to get a good grip on it.

 

[GW's Motorized]

Will it idle if you pull the clutch back in after starting?

 

[WouldBeBiker]

Will it idle if you pull the clutch back in after starting?

No it doesnt idle at all. Im thinking i might not have spark and/or it might be the CDI. (I dont know if a bad cdi would pevent spark or if it just transfers spark to the engine. I do not know how to test for spark because i dont have a bike stand.

 

[GW's Motorized]

You said it runs right? If it will run but not idle then it's gonna be a vacuum leak

 

[WouldBeBiker]

You said it runs right? If it will run but not idle then it's gonna be a vacuum leak.

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How would i figure out where the leak is? Also i dont know if id say it "runs" more so it turns over when i engage the clutch. Pulling the throttle i can hear a change in the sound of it but it doesnt provide any power.

 

[GW's Motorized]

Then I think you where right about the spark issue. Do you have a spark plug socket? If not I suggest you get one, an adjustable wrench is just a "one size strips all"

 

[Chainlube]

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How would i figure out where the leak is? Also i dont know if id say it "runs" more so it turns over when i engage the clutch. Pulling the throttle i can hear a change in the sound of it but it doesnt provide any power.

Did you turn the gas on at the tank?

 

[WouldBeBiker]

Did you turn the gas on at the tank?

Yes lol . Im sure thats been an issue for someone before

 

[WouldBeBiker]

Then I think you where right about the spark issue. Do you have a spark plug socket? If not I suggest you get one, an adjustable wrench is just a "one size strips all"

I have a 3/16 socket which is what i belive it is but the actual wrench for it is missing . Ill just grab a hand one off amazon. Also ill replace the cdi as well as spark plug bucause the wiring is damaged it seems and its the stock one and i heard people have issue.

 

[GW's Motorized]

Does it have the hex on the ratchet side? You should be able to put your adjusting wrench on the socket if it is