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Re: Not starting after file leak plugged.

Posted by smacdo3 on Aug 15, 2012; 2:37pm
URL: http://vintage-and-classic-hondas.81.s1.nabble.com/Not-starting-after-file-leak-plugged-tp4026960p4027155.html

I guess it is possible that something got in the fuel line or valve while working on it.  I will check when I get a chance, but I was pretty careful when putting it all back together to try and avoid that.  I know non of the existing/bad O rings were left on or in the carbs because they are still on the floor of the garage where I threw them in once I determined what the problem was.  Also, since I can get the bike started wouldn't this rule out a blockage?
 
I can only assume the fuel valve was not turned off for a long time.  I bought the bike about three months ago and I only turned it off after taking the motorcycle safety course last month.  I hear 50/50 from my friends who do/do not turn it off.  While it is good practice, I am not sure it is 100% necessary.