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Paigeken2000
Posted on Monday, March 24, 2014 - 10:16 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Hi, I am a newbe and I got a 2001 Buell Blast 500 from a friend (very low mileage - 1200). When my bike runs, it idles soooooo high, it sounds like I am revving the engine, but I am not. It is super peppy/jumpy, in first gear, without giving it any gas, letting out the clutch slowly will make it leap forward almost. Is that just a 'Buell thing"? My experienced friends ride Harleys so they don't know and can't really compare. They tried adjusting the idle down, but then the bike would just keep dieing out. Thoughts? And thanks.
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Mighty_mouse
Posted on Monday, March 24, 2014 - 11:53 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

If you don't get an answer here shortly there is a forum for Blast's (THUMPer forum). You might want to repost it there for a quicker answer.

MM
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Two_seasons
Posted on Monday, March 24, 2014 - 07:48 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Sounds like you have either an intake or exhaust leak.

To check for intake leak(s) use propane gas, NOT LIT, and run it around the intake from the carb to the head. If it speeds up your idle, you'll need to replace that seal.

Exhaust leak can be checked with cold engine idle and a leather glove. You'll be able to feel it.

American Sport Bike is your friend!
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