G oog le BadWeB | Login/out | Topics | Search | Custodians | Register | Edit Profile

Buell Forum » Knowledge Vault (tech, parts, apparel, & accessories topics) » Troubleshooting (Poor Starting/Running/Handling/Ride Issues) » Archive through July 18, 2011 » 2001 Buell Blast cuts out at 3/4 - full throttle « Previous Next »

Author Message
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Zodiac
Posted on Saturday, January 08, 2011 - 05:00 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Okay so I have been searching the forums to no avail here's the WHOLE story.

My Buell was knocking so I added oil when I did this it started to sputter on the highway usually around 60 or so but would still get up to about 90 no issues just once in a while it would choke.

Then one day I was riding and she cut out like it was out of gas when I started it later ran fine for about 100 miles then did it again.

So I did a complete oil change and put in a new oil filter... Ran great for another 200 miles then started to sputter after about 20 miles per ride.

Then she just wouldn't start so I parked it and began reading the forums. Here is what I have done to fix this:

Fully charged the battery it is less than 6 months old so it's working great.

Cleaned the carb: idled better no fix after I put it in first she chokes and looses speed won't rev past 50% throttle on the road.

Changed spark plug: started up quicker (plug had oil) on it.

Replaced ignition module and fixed timing using the buell manual: starts right up idles a little high then drops as normal then when I put up the kick stand idles high again.

Emptied fuel tank: Filled with fresh gas and system cleaner check the line and the carb and the petcock no blockage.

Started her up took her out as soon as I get to 50% throttle in 1st no power no more gas stays at 50% throttle, drop into second more speed then wont go past 50% throttle once I lay into it sputter, sputter, choke, sputter, pop into 3rd picks up more 50% and up on throttle sputter, sputter, choke, sputter.

SOOO I have checked the battery, the ignition module, new carb boot, new gas, new plug, air filter old but good, carb?? clean (but i'm not a pro), fuel filter good, fuel line good.

What do I do she was running like a champ now this i am out of ideas and have tried everything on the forums that helped everyone else...
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Zodiac
Posted on Monday, January 17, 2011 - 11:01 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)



Please help me PM me or email me I cannot get any help on this and don't want to have to tow her to the dealership...

Any response would be much appreciated...
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Blake
Posted on Tuesday, January 18, 2011 - 12:28 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Might be weak spark, as more fuel charge requires stronger spark to ignite. Replace plug wire, have coil checked.
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Steeleagle
Posted on Tuesday, January 18, 2011 - 01:14 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I'd also go completely through that carb. You said you "cleaned" it, but your comment about not being a pro makes me inquire as to how? Tear down or just external cleaning efforts? Carbs have more jets than the Air Force and if one is plugged it can make life tough. DAMHIK!

But there was a P3 at Homecoming last year that wouldn't run, but had "spark". To Blake's point, the spark wasn't hot enough to fire anything under compression but it always passed the standard "pull the plug and watch" spark test.
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Karla
Posted on Thursday, January 20, 2011 - 12:58 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Bought a used 2010 Blast w/ 224 miles on it from a local HD dealer. Before accepting delivery I had it re-jetted, new K&N intake filter put on and changed out the exhaust to a Jardine system (?) in order to increase the horse power.

Practicing in a parking lot the bike seemed fine - out on Santa Cruz back roads it sputters out and dies seems particularly sensitive in 3rd and over(?) when I open the throttle. Have only had it out on 2 nice rides, the first time the bike died no less than 10 times w/in a 1-2 hour ride, freaky for a new rider.

HD will pick up the bike and it is under warranty however the weather is good - I want to be out in it, is this a big deal?

Is it an easy/quick fix or is this a Blast issue that hangs on thru the life of the bike?
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Johneblast
Posted on Thursday, January 20, 2011 - 09:20 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Welcome Karla. It seems every year of the Blast has it's own particular issues. I have a 2001 and they were notorious for failing modules. They have changed vendors a couple of times and seem to have gotten it right. I've had my Blast a year now and through patience (and some deep thought) the bike is running consistent. It is my commuter. You will find the intake boot is the most common issue with these bikes. Not to worry though, they are solid runners once they are dialed in.
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Karla
Posted on Thursday, January 20, 2011 - 08:02 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Thanks JohnBlast. HD picked up the bike today and my fingers are crossed it is an easy fix. I am the furthest thing from mechanical as you can get... will count on good direction and welcome advice. ~Karla
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Johneblast
Posted on Thursday, January 20, 2011 - 10:17 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Karla, the next time I head to Watsonville to my sister ranch, I'll let you know. I use to ride up and over, back and forth over 17 to Los Gatos when I was in high school back in the 70's. It's still the fun it use to be. Was down your way for Christmas on my Blast to see what a "road" trip would feel like. It wasn't bad. Stay in touch and maybe we can get together for a ride. johnecoulon@yahoo.com. If Harley has to order parts, be prepared for a week at least, delivery and install.
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Court
Posted on Thursday, January 20, 2011 - 10:34 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Karla:

It **sounds** like the classic symptoms of a restricted fuel vent line.

Check out the page below from the 2010 Buell Blast Parts manual.

Look for the rubber hose (item #22). Follow that hose and make certain it's not pinched somewhere along the path it follows.

There is also a small change that the 90o degree fitting between the tank and the hose (item #10) may have become clogged somehow.



Hopefully this will help. You've arrived at Badweb . . the font of Buell information.

: )
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Ezblast
Posted on Thursday, January 20, 2011 - 11:34 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

That is correct, Court.

Zodiac - what is your compression like- does putting your hand over the carb make any difference?
EZ
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Karla
Posted on Friday, January 28, 2011 - 12:52 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Ezblast and Johnblast - you have been terrific and more than helpful! You are right, it appears it WAS the carbon cans. At least at this stage, fingers crossed, it seems the bike is now running as it should be, sputter free. HD claims it was a crimp in the line to the carbon can or some such thing. I will likely take Johns advice and look at disconnecting the thing.
YES, please let me know when you are in the area- would love to ride with another Buell (keep in mind it is my first, grin)
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Froggy
Posted on Friday, January 28, 2011 - 01:10 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

If you end up disconnecting the can, I'll buy it off of you. I would like to put one on my bike. Send me a PM : )
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Fred_is_not_me
Posted on Sunday, March 20, 2011 - 11:54 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I know this thread has been inactive for some time, but what's the carbon can? My Blast occasionally cuts out on me and I'm trying to figure out what's going on.
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Froggy
Posted on Monday, March 21, 2011 - 12:41 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

The Carbon can is a large black canister, a little bigger than a soda can, that the gas tank vent connects to. This can is required to meet California emmissions, and can be safely removed. It is only equipped on the bikes originally intended for sale in California.
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Joshbaize
Posted on Tuesday, September 04, 2012 - 03:57 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Hey,

Kinda late on this, but can anyone give me instructions on how exactly to remove the carbon can. I've looked everywhere online but can't seem to find anything on it.
« Previous Next »

Add Your Message Here
Post:
Bold text Italics Underline Create a hyperlink Insert a clipart image

Username: Posting Information:
This is a private posting area. Only registered users and custodians may post messages here.
Password:
Options: Post as "Anonymous" (Valid reason required. Abusers will be exposed. If unsure, ask.)
Enable HTML code in message
Automatically activate URLs in message
Action:

Topics | Last Day | Tree View | Search | User List | Help/Instructions | Rules | Program Credits Administration