Jan 24, 2010 · I have a 2001 Kawasaki Prairie 300 that will idle, but dies when you give it throttle. I just went out to my shop after reading this and the parking brake was on, I released it and the damn thing runs and revs perfectly now. This quads set idle for many years! I decided to fix it up and start riding Thats where the fun started! I replaced the carb with an aftermarket rather than stock due to price. This is because this setting runs counter to the intentions of the Bayou 300 factory settings. we have a harbor freight around here. i have put in a new rebuild kit jets the works if anyone has an idea or a start point let me know i would greatly like that thank you !!!!! Mar 31, 2010 · hello. Mar 5, 2015 · STARTS UP IDLES BUT WONT REV UP ALREADY CLEANED CARB ANY OTHER SUG? - ATVs question. I'd check and make sure all the o-rings are in the intake manifold and its all air tight. Troubleshooting/repairing a Kawasaki Bayou KLF300 ATV Electrical Charging System: These bikes are cool and virtually bullet proof. Dec 27, 2008 · I am able to start my Bayou 300 with the choke open and the engine will run just fine. my 220 bayou idled fine. Like everyone else replaced everything twice. i have cleaned and rebuilt the carb. The fastest you can go is 10mph, I have even turned the choke on to see if its a fuel problem and no change but a backfire. Primed the carb, and started it. It starts and idles great and I can give it some throttle but at a certain rpm it just dies, i tried choking it while it dies and it still dies and i tried different throttle positions but it still dies and doesn't try at all to keep running. It seems to get worse the warmer it gets. 2008 Kawasaki 250 Bayou 2x4 2013 TaoTao 110 Dec 20, 2017 · sorry it took so long but i had to go back to work for a while. If I accelerate it slowly it will go up to full speed. - Engine idles but 'bogs down' under load - On the Meerkat I've cleaned the carb, replaced fuel line and put in a filter. if you put the choke on full it seems to help a lit but it still wont hold a steady rpm rev. Strange thing is I can cover the back of the carb with my hand and not let all the air in and it will rev up. I had it completely rebuilt by the dealer in 2005. (engine dies) - It won't idle with choke off until the pilot air screw is wound out at least 3 turns. red wire is the neu. Choke plunger was stuck so I removed the carb, got that out and it cleaned up pretty well. It backfires and pops when I try to rev it up, and it will only idle with the idle screw all the way in and the choke on. Starts and idles no problem, but as soon as you get on the throttle it spits and sputters, kind of like it would be if lean. half to full throttle, whaaap whaaap whaaap, plug turns black. Changed the plug, cleaned the air filter. com), 3-High Headlight Mod, 6000k HID kit, Rigid Ind. ATV owner's forum with information for the Kawasaki KFX700, Brute Force, Prairie Apr 4, 2020 · I just got it the other day and it was running very lean. A diaphragm won't cause it to rev on it's ownit'll just make it either gutless (VERY slow to rev like a potato in the exhaust) or it'll idle like the choke is on, hesitate when you gas it, but run fine once it revs up. Jan 11, 2011 · When out riding, my Bayou 300 will just decide after an hour or two to lose all throttle response. any one have Jan 22, 2011 · KawieRiders. 40mm did the bayou come to life. bright light test didnt see hole in rubber side. Is this a carbonator issue? It seemed very odd that it would rev up for a very short time, and now only runs at a much lower rpm, and roughly runs. But if I open t the throttle quickly, it bogs down and spits gas out of the carb inlet. It backfires a little when letting off the gas after a quick full throttle burst. Bring that up and print it out. Feb 4, 2008 · first does your bike idle good? I dont know about the bayous too much but i had the same problem with a yamaha wolverine:smile: . Got the carb and tank on with fresh gas. had resistance both ways when moving slide. When it gets warmed up real good it will idle, but very poorly. The intake boots are crack free. Jun 29, 2009 · I have a kawaski 300 Prarie 2000 4*4, recently was running fine. The knock is in the black plastic cover right on the kawasaki logo. its nice. The bike smokes very badly and when I pull the plug it is wet and black. tried the hand over the intake part of carb while getting it to rev up to suck the trash out of the lines , seamed to fix it till i got it all back together and went for a ride around yard died again still no clue about to just set fire to it Nov 10, 2011 · thanks, Craig 2018 Brute Force 750 SE, Metallic White, Teryx LED lights, Elka Stage 3 Shocks, Twin Air Powerflow Air filter kit, CST 25" Ancla Tires Sep 21, 2008 · After about a minute of starting it started up. Now move the clip on the jet needle down one notch. it was wrecked and set around for a long time (I think since 1997). After I got the new carb in I adjusted the idle screw and it finally started idling fine. The voltage when it is not running is around 16v and climbing as it runs. Jul 14, 2009 · I don't know, my 1992 bayou 220 doesn't do that but if i'm going real fast in third gear to get up to speed and then let off the gas a little bit, not all the way, just a little it will start sputtering out so i have to either slowly climb up to the speed I want and leave it there or get up real high and then back off all the way and then get back into the throttle a little to find the speed I Jan 31, 2013 · The only problem I am having now is when it warms up the idle is too low and I have to keep on the throttle to keep it idling. Got it up and running the other day after all the new parts i ordered had come in. Jan 11, 2010 · im guessin the slide in the carb is not in right and holdin the main jet needle open to far that would explian y the idle can not be adjusted down,due to the slide hangin open,or the needle jet circlip is set to low pullin the needle from seat to far. Jun 30, 2022 · It can also trigger backfiring. Jul 29, 2014 · I have a problem with my 95 Bayou 300 that has me baffled, most of the time it runs perfect, it starts easier than anything I've ever had has good smooth power all across the rpm range and then all of a sudden for no reason it does this thing where it wont run above idle it idles smooth but touch the throttle and its runs like its hitting a rev limiter, fires maybe every other cycle or less Apr 12, 2023 · Bayou 220 won't rev up Jump to Latest 728 views 0 replies 1 participant last post by Holtzman08 Apr 12, 2023 May 2, 2019 · 95' Idles Great, but Won't Rev. 5mm exhaust valves, +1 mm intake valves, muzzy pro, 39mm carbs, programmable dynatek cdi, custom airbox, JHmachine clutch, HPD plain primary spring Jan 27, 2012 · With the engine off, loosen the lock bolt, identified as part 92001, and allow the tensioner to take up the slack in the cam chain. It does not smoke, skip, or anything like that - just seems to get revved up to about 1/2 speed, and won't rev no higher. Tighten the lock bolt, and you are done. Dec 7, 2006 · Have the solution to the problem everyone and their brother has with the kawasaki bayou coughing and popping above idle . Give it gas, won't rev up but it cleared and ran fine for a mile or so then it comes back (off and on all the way home). unloaded , The Stator Should Be Putting Out High Voltage But , 70 + Volts At High Rpms Seem To A Little Much. When the four wheeler is idling it won't rev up and the spark plug fouls easy. It was recently timed at top dead center and will still roughly run. 5k rpms earlier and when the engine was warmed up, it used to come down to 1. As a Kawasaki Bayou 300 owner, it is essential to be aware of the common issues that may arise and how to fix them. I rebuilt the carb, making sure all passages are clean. 12 v. Jul 16, 2011 · I rebuilt a 2001 300 Bayou 4x4 for a friend. Acts the same today as it did then. Now it wont rev up in any gear D-N-R. that Is Hooked Up Or Unpluged. I have kawasaki 300 bayou 4x4 1989. good Dec 24, 2014 · I have a 1999 bayou 300 4x4 ot will try to start but wont fire. Kawasaki Brute Force/Prairie/Bayou 88 Bayou 300 rev problem. That'll do the same thing. 31mm if I remember correctly. The atv started acting up on me, the problem is no power past 1/4 throttle no power going up hills or hard acelleration also startes to backfire and sputer, idles fine and startes fine. 1k rpm mark and doesn't climb up. I actually can cover the carb intake halfway with a piece of cardboard and drive it around like normal. I tried adjusting the idle screw and it appears to have no affect. 3. Dec 14, 2019 · If the throttle cable is not broken or disconnected - does it just continue to idle or does it die? When you open the throttle, you are not giving it gas, you are giving it air (technically you are giving it gas as air is gas, but air will not burn) - the carburetor mixes fuel with the air allowed into the combustion chamber to adjust the power produced by the engine. Pulled the carb and opened it, cleaned the needle seat, put back. it sat for a few months so i ordered a carb kit and am going to go through the carb and clean it good. New gas. Apr 22, 2010 · i have a prairie 360 and it wont idle. Jun 26, 2022 · Hello everyone, Thank you for taking your time to read my post. I can peg the throttle and it will rev maybe a couple hundred rpm and kinda surge. I start it, it idles ok, I can apply throttle and rev the engine just fine for the first couple of minutes, and then, after that, it wants to die if I touch the throttle. Jul 19, 2011 · 1998 Prairie 400 AWD---SOLD 2013 XMR 650---NEW RIDE On the lookout for a Brute at a good price. Now, get this, if I turn it off and restart WITHOUT TOUCHING THROTTLE it starts right up and idles nice and slow. i checked the air filter and air box all looked good. . it went from being every once in a while to Feb 28, 2007 · I'm new to the ATV world and just picked up a 1994 Bayou 400 4x4. Idles well, but if I push the throttle it sounds like I'm hitting a rev limiter at low rpm. Feb 17, 2010 · ok guys, i went and did what cucco said with the carb cleaner and piddled with the idle once more. Vinegar = The gas varnish cutter tool. Customer: I bought a 1997 Kawasaki bayou 300 knowing it "probably" needed carb repair. No guarantees but try this. It does sound similar to rev limiter but just similar. it idles and starts perfect but when i give it gas it boggs down and then dies. It changes the idol but doesn't seem to improve things when I try to rev it up. Tore down the carb and float was cracked open so replaced float and cleaned carb out and it still runs the exact same. Like it has a rev limiter or a belt reset switch some where. rode around prolly 4 hours total so far, and randomly it'll start spittin and sputterin when i try and rev it up. cleaned carb well all jets out. No help. Pull the slide from the throat of the carb. Basically, it feels like it is running out of gas. Feb 26, 2012 · SOURCE: kawasaki 300 bayou won't rev up. It was running great 2 days ago!! So wtf happened?? Its an 00 zx6r the bike will idle perfectly but wont rev over 2k rpm. The ATV will start great and idle great but if you give it any throttle beyond half, it totally dies it usually doesnt completely cut off but instead if you hold the throttle open the engine will rev up and down but never hitting high rpms. If all the elements of your carburetor seem to be in good working order, start by removing your spark plugs and inspecting them for any sign of burns or corrosion. I bolted everything on bled the brakes and attempted to ride and the bike wont go anywhere just keeps bogging. Jun 10, 2012 · I need some help my prairie 300 will not run without choke and it is defiantly not the the carb cause I also have a arctic cat 250 that runs great on both the carb and they use the same one. - While observing the vacuum slide, it is trying pull up when the throttle opens, which is when it dies. feel the same when compared to other 300 bayou carb. I just did an oil change and added 4 quarts of 5w-30 auto oil to the case. 25 turns seems to be the sweet spot, as far as idol. until you rev it then it just dies out and is a pain to get started back but when Aug 30, 2011 · The wheeler will start and idle rough, when the throttle is applied it will bog down and die. May 9, 2009 · Just picked up a 1999 300 4x4. Aug 9, 2013 · Kawasaki Mule - SOLVED! Mule 4010 Fuel Injection Idle problems - running rich - After a year of my 2010 Mule idling terrible and engine dying when I let off the pedal at idle, I finally got serious about fixing the problem. b. Oct 2, 2013 · The bike will not rev in gear, in neutral, choke on, choke off. TheATVSuperStore. however, it isnt perfect. Following the sticky I have set up the carb and can get it idling nicely with excellent throttle response. the idle is up and down. the clip on the needle is in the second position from the bottom. 75 turns out Jul 14, 2010 · works great for a while then the same thing happens idles fine just dont touch the gas . switch, 12 v on grn in neu. It will idle forever but, any input of throttle will cause it to die. The air filter is clean. It now cranks easily and will idle all day long but as soon as you give it gas it dies. cleaned carb, new cdi. CDI box? I dont kn Jul 23, 2016 · Idles good, won't rev up. And that is what i mean it will only idle. It will start and idle with the choke on. Hurry and screw this needle back in to gain a fast idle. However soon as 1st gear is engaged and any throttle causes the Dec 8, 2007 · Starts right up and idles nicely. After reading other posts on this forum, will this cause a problem with the clutch or shifting? Now to the problem. /rev. Check engine light didn't Jun 11, 2011 · I have a Bayou 300 that is overcharging and having running issues. It now fires right up and will idle just fine but doesnt want to rev. Just replaced the carburetor, cleaned the fuel tank, put in a new battery, changed the oil. Sep 21, 2010 · hello , sonds to me like you have a dirty carb, pilot jet is blocked up a bit and youll have to disassemble the carb, use your clymer book to help you out,also the intake manifold sumtimes the bolts work loose and will cause a vacuum leak,whiole you arre rebilding the carb take the maifold off and inspect it for crackin and repalce the oring on the manifold before puttin it back on, Nov 13, 2013 · a. The Kawasaki Bayou 300cc started production in 1988 and remained in it for more than 10 years. im Jul 8, 2018 · Kawasaki ATV Performance / Maintenance / Technical. Starting to plow the driveway stones, the carb float needle stuck. To run the bike, I have to quickly accelerate the bike while I shift into gear. and i got it! it idles good now and dont die out when in gear and stopped. 2015 Kawasaki Bayou 300 idles but won't rev up. Jul 2, 2014 · Forum, It seems like a lot of individuals experience this but no one ever completes the thread with a fix. 2008 Kawasaki 250 Bayou 2x4 2013 TaoTao 110 I ended up buying a donor bike, 92' King Quad 300. Idles all day and low rpm revs is fine. It has been rebuilt and everything in in good shape there. i also put new gas in it. I can limp home using about 3/4 choke and keeping the throttle JUST over idle. it seems to run okay when i am anywhere off idle. It will not come up to normal speed. It is already black from 20 minutes of test driving. Hey everyone, I've got an old early 90s bayou 300 4x4. And my bike runs like brand new. Sep 5, 2016 · The 92 will not rev up, it idles perfectly and responds to throttle normally until a certain RPM is reached (guessing about 2000 RPM) where it absolutely will not rev any higher. May 3, 2016 · Stock jetting is 1. check With The Manual For Specs. Oct 29, 2012 · A month ago my bike suddenly started running bad, hard to start, won't idle. My issue wit… Jun 18, 2015 · The only issue was it would idle low when cold and very high when hot. Only after the +1. Aug 31, 2011 · Or the pilot jet in teh carb could be partially plugged. Jun 12, 2014 · Bayou 300 carb problem-bogging ams high idle *added video* I just posted a video to YouTube. The last several times I've tried to use the bike it will run as good as always for 5 - 10 mins until it's completely warmed up and then it won't rev up. Here are the 6 most common issues along with the solutions developed in Valve Clearance or Valve Timing Is Off. Apr 28, 2013 · 1) Engine problems. but at the same time the reason why the issue was changing from time to time was my entire wiring harness. The same method should work for any carbureted 4-wheeler or dirtbike Apr 10, 2014 · 2015 Kawasaki Bayou 300 idles but won't rev up. the park brake on the wolverine had a micro switch what wouldnt let it run over 2100 rpm. The plugs look fine and are not white or fouled black. It started up, idles great and can start up with just a light press on the start button. If I put my fingers on it I can feel it knocking and the increase and decrease of knocking speed. Alternative fixes; Other alternative fixes to an engine misfire on Kawasaki Bayou 300 include switching your Bayou air filter for a better alternative, fixing up a Dynajet kit, or upgrading the snorkel. May 13, 2012 · What it's doing: - Starts up on choke, and idles, won't rev at all. I have a 2019 Kawasaki Brute Force 300 and it has a little trouble idling. The float bowl gets plenty of fuel. 5 x 10 in MT wrapped with BFG's Mar 28, 2010 · Assuming the sputtering is occuring at RPM's above what the limiters hold you to, I had the exact same issue when one of my mains was slightly plugged - I pulled and cleaned both (even though I did not see significant deposits in them) and normal operation returned. The problem is always at about 1/4 throttle, it spits sputters and backfires until I get rpms higher then runs fine whether in gear or idling. Just picked up a 2000 Prairie 300 4x4 automatic. Nonetheless, it does have some typical issues, including overheating, power steering and brake performance concerns, difficulties reaching top speeds, fuel pump overheating, occasional clutch problems, and instances of starting issues. I took it in to my local Kawasaki dealer and he went through it. Pulled the spark plug out and it was black. I am now having trouble with the idle. I put it back together and it idles beautifully runs fine up to whenever you lay the gas to it in the upper range. Oct 1, 2023 · The Kawasaki Bayou 300 is a beloved all-terrain vehicle that has gained popularity for its ability to tackle even the most challenging terrain. May 25, 2019 · Poured sea foam in the gas tank and let sit for some time and blew that out with compressed air. i found the sweet spot at 5. Feb 14, 2009 · My Bayou knocks at idle and it knocks faster when I rev the engine also but /i don't think I have a belt. So far I have replaced the original old carby with a new eBay one. Mar 17, 2015 · Got a 05 prairie 360. but if that isnt the problem im with stargate on the vacuum leak in a big way Jul 13, 2021 · Have the solution to the problem everyone and their brother has with the kawasaki bayou coughing and popping above idle . 9L / 300 - Idles, but won't rev, need help - Here is the problem I am having. Ignition issues are another common cause for a bogged-down ATV. Minor work needed is ok if the price is right! Nov 26, 2018 · 2015 Kawasaki Bayou 300 idles but won't rev up. Cleaned if completely with no change. Nov 14, 2007 · i have a 1990 bayou 220 that will not idle. The idle on choke is very fast and smooth. It's been sitting in the garage ever since. After a professional carb cleaning and inspection, I still cannot rev it up past idle. Two notches may be needed but do one notch at the start. Now turn it back in until the idle will not go any lower counting the turns for both. I read that if someone had previously turned the air/fuel mixture screw too far in when resetting it, that its needle could snap off and be forever jammed in the carb, ruining it and causing a similar issue: only runs at idle with choke and won't run off idle. It was running fine but smoking. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, troubleshooting, maintenance, off-road, touring, street bikes, and more! Jul 1, 2021 · much lower speed, just above idle speed but seems to be running rough. It wont stall out no matter how much gas I give it and the choke has no effect. It seems to be consistent; whenever the engine is cold, it runs fine for a couple of minutes. it rode fine, except it sounded like there was a miss at speed. Oct 13, 2008 · I've had the 2001 Bayou 300 for several years with no problem, then just one day it wants to cut out when given full throttle. Peak rpm is when the engine runs the crispest, cleanest and fastest at the fast idle speed. Search Fixya May 15, 2018 • kawasaki 2005 Bayou 250. Aug 22, 2023 · Hey I hope this helps, I just fixed my dad’s mule that has had the same issue with multiple throttle body replacements already. com is the largest Kawasaki ATV owner's forum with information for the Kawasaki KFX700, Brute Force, Prairie, Bayou, Mojave, Lakota and older model Kawasaki ATV's! Show Less Full Forum Listing Apr 20, 2012 · I cleaned the carb for him taking care to clean all the jets , the carb, slide, blow out the passage ways ect. Put it on and instantly fixed. When I put the throttle on high it seems just about 1/2 speed, and as I decrease the speed on the throttle the motor revs stays the same until I get to about 1/2 speed, then it decreases and Apr 20, 2010 · New CDI and Regulator and it still does the same exact thing. Been through carb several times and even put different carb on it. This was the first topic about this issue after the rebuild Jan 12, 2012 · Got a 91 bayou 300 4x4 for free from my buddies dad. Oct 8, 2016 · The Warm Up Idle used to climb upto 1. The carburetor was gummed up as you can imagine so it was replaced with a rebuilt. The larger idler gear ring was spinning but not spinning the entire gear. Now, I have the opposite problem. Nov 14, 2014 · OMG, I have been fighting with this same problem for 6 months now with a 2004 350 Wolverine. 5. 3L Power Stroke Diesel - Idles but won't rev up, need some help guyz - Problem started 2 days ago, driving around and my truck would stumble and lose power. Jul 17, 2006 · I’m out of ideas! It just doesn’t make sense. Apr 28, 2011 · Prairie 300 will not idle. hi, i have a kawasaki 300 bayou. omhs Checks Are Good But Volts Are The Bomb. Valve Nov 24, 2013 · Background- Dad bought a '93 220 that hadn't run in 10 years. A quick spirt on the throttle (without letting it rev up) and it comes back to slow idle. it still hesitates when the throttle is opened up instantly in neutral (the problem isnt as bad when in gear bc the rpms are already higher). a. about 3 years ago i towed it across canada as i moved for work. i can occasionally get it to idle with the choke on but it works sometimes and sometimes it wont. As it warms up it does better and better but never running like it should. I replaced Battery,Rebulit Petcock, and replaced several cables! Oct 24, 2017 · I have a Kawasaki Bayou 300. When I start it, it only runs about 5 minutes and then dies. starts and idles great but - kawasaki 1990 ZXR 400 question Search Fixya Press enter to search. The last carb was causing it to idle to high to the point where I couldn't change gears. I have a early 90's (1994 maybe) Bayou 220 that has not run for 2 yrs. If i give it throttle very slowly, it will rev up and run good, but will not run with fast advance of throttle from idle. May 12, 2006 · I just purchased a 86 Bayou 4 wheeler. It was kind of an all of a sudden thing, worked fine one minute, shut it off for a couple minutes then when I restarted it, it wouldn't rev up. However, like any other machine, it is not immune to problems. Mar 28, 2020 · I have the same problem 2006 kawasaki mule 4x4 - Just bought it, it ran great for 2 weeks. If I let off the choke, the engine sputters and dies. Thanks Matt Oct 8, 2011 · The warrior idles fine. Dec 7, 2007 · Brute Force AMR 840, 13:1 pistons, 4X cams, extended rockers, Big Kev's Performance Full race port, +1. Engine Dec 21, 2010 · I have a 300 Bayou 4x4 that had sat up for about two years. I swapped over JUST the spark Apr 30, 2009 · kawasaki 300 bayou won't rev up. 5. It runs great except the idle at times is erratic. 008 for exhaust. A 12. 46mm and it’s not perfect. Brand new carburetor kit and valves, according to online specs are correct. Repair attempts: 1. Oct 23, 2018 · If it wasn't for a nightmare of piecing together a makeshift intake hose for the pre-existing non-OEM carb on my Bayou 300 off an older bayou or Honda ATV, I would not have bought another carb unless it was 100% diagnosed to be a non servicable/semi-permenant issue in the carb. I assume it will idle fine if so. i've replaced the spark plug, rev limiter, clean the air breather and carb, set the valves and made sure its in time. I been reading up a little and it seems it could be the fuel pump that is the source of the problem. have cleaned the carb was wondering if the cdi might be goin bad. It generally stays at around the 1k - 1. i did it in the winter with an open trailer and with all the salt used on the roads it got into the Aug 23, 2009 · it is a easy start, it starts to rev up when you press the throttle then makes bad nioses like it is out of sink. thank you for replying, It idles about 1500 revs once its walmed up, I can controll the revs with the choke no probs up and down its just the revving i cant suss once i twist the throttle it dies. Jun 15, 2019 · 2000 Prairie 300 4X4 with a rebuilt one less than two years ago. It will turn over, won't fire. I have always been around machinery all my life and have always owned some type of ride on equipment, from 3 wheelers, dirt bikes, trail bikes, mopeds, road bikes, tractors, etc, etc, etc. I am the [air screw] hole so if I close, I run too rich, or I am more air, I am hard to start, lean out, won't idle. guessing you need to crank up the mix to compensate for too much air getting in somewhere. my brother works on them some,he to said he didn't think it was the flywheel. The needle is where zoom put it. When you reach that perfect point, the idle won't become faster the more you back the fuel mixture screw out. I ended at 1. Climbing a hill in a higher gear it will take full throttle and has plenty of power until it hits it's rev limit. the wierd thing is sometimes it revs up and once you let off it stays reved up and then returns to idle very slowly. This will richen the low end mix. Apr 11, 2014 · It seemed to idle great and even rev up in neutral just fine, but does not accelerate past about 20 or so mph (cant tell cause speedo is broke). The spark plug is new and gapped properly. Checked oil level in case it has a low level cut off - all normal. When I start the bike, I fully choke and it starts on the first crank. After the engine warms up a bit…. 006 for intank, . Now I got it back together and it won't rev up past about 1\4 throttle. Mar 19, 2007 · I have a 1995 Bayou KLF300B, it will start with no problem but seams to be running very ritch. Jan 21, 2017 · Then reconnected the rear coil and disconnected the front coil and set the same idle by ear with the sync screw located between the 2 carbs. I backed it out to the end and no change. I took the carb off and cleaned it up (I did not adjust anything) I put it back together and it ran great at idle but now when I hit the throttle it spits and sputters and won't rev up almost like it's starving for fuel. The engine won't rev up in forward, neutral or reverse even with the override button being used. Designed for the toughest challenges, it proved itself along the years in various rough terrain. Nothing was changed, I took off the carb and cleaned with seafoam. Both these numbers show to be used on Kingquad 300 from 99-2002. Dec 23, 2013 · ok so new to the forum so take it easy on me. Once i turn the choke off it idles high for a couple second and then slowly comes down to the point where it stalls out. It acts like it has a rev limiter. you can tap the throttle a few times and it will rev up. (the kawasaki mechanic told me that was the best). If the ATV doesn’t idle well or often stalls after a cold start but runs fine as soon as it warms up, having the valves inspected and adjusted may be worthwhile. I have a 95 bayou 300 2x4 got it cheap when I got it it wouldn't idle and backfire thru the carb so I bout a rebuild kit replaced ever jet and o ring and cleaned the carb really good got it fired up idles great choked and once it warms a little bit it will idle fine. so i could get the meter you are talking about,also here is a little tidbit of info. Went through the carb and runs even better now, but still wont rapp up /accelerate ike it needs to/should. Prairie only has 1250 miles on it, so I thought no problem probably a carb issue from sitting. 5k hold it there for sometime and then leave the throttle when the engine May 14, 2022 · It's astonishing how many little things can go wrong with such a simple 1 cylinder engine. If you start it with the lights on low or high it will run but when the lights are killed it will bog down and die. The battery is new and I have swapped voltage regulators from another machine that I have here? Sep 7, 2013 · with a small enough screwdriver (or more likely just a screwdriver bit) you should be able to adjust the idle air mix. Disassembled the petcock and cleaned it and re installed. I haven't been in the top yet. turn the mixture screw out until the rmp's do not increase anymore. occasionally it will start and run amazing, other times the idle will come up (running correctly, i have idle set high to compensate for when it acts sick and drops idle) and run great, then Aug 7, 2023 · The Kawasaki Mule Pro FXT series unquestionably offers good value for your money. If i rev it once it gets low the idle jumps back up and then slowly comes down again. Mar 12, 2009 · I'm hoping somone may be able to help with my quad problem! I own a 86 to 88 Bayou 300. It idles fine, and if you just give it a LITTLE gas it will rev up a little. That being said I drained and replaced all gas - no change. Sep 26, 2008 · Put Starter Button unit on another Bayou 300 worked fine, I am pulling my hair out. Will continue idling nice and slow. SAME THING!!! No matter what I do it runs the same. Jan 12, 2004 · Ford Inline Six, 200, 250, 4. Jul 20, 2012 · 1999 - 2003 7. Jan 11, 2009 · Stop turning the fuel mixture screw out at the exact moment when the engine hits peak rpm. Now it won't run above idle unless I use the choke to get the RPM up a bit. 00 dollar free shipping part on eBay. Any ideas? Dec 29, 2019 · Hi there just got a Kawasaki Prairie 360 And it won’t rev up but it ticks over mint wen try and rev it it pops n bangs Any help thanks Was told it need new belt Aug 16, 2021 · Hi , i just clean my bayou 300 carburetor, after the clean-up i'm unable to get the correct pilot air screw and idle throttle setting, the motor fire up and stay at idle , but when i am accelerating , it backfire and stop, please can someone help me , thank you very much. Jun 29, 2011 · Cat #1 Used for work "farming" "cutting wood" and play 2006 400 4x4 M Warn 2500 pound winch Home made baskets 25' Kenda Bear Claws 880 HID Low Beams Only Mar 13, 2012 · I have a 1988 Bayou 300 2WD that runs fine at idle and runs fine once get above 1/4 throttle. Hey Anthony. Sat for a while just rebuilt the carb. Dec 8, 2008 · I purchased a Kawasaki Bayou 220 atv in 2001. Jul 18, 2010 · I have a 99 Prairie 300 4x4 that seems to be stuck in reverse limiter mode. It started out that every once in a while while cruising down the freeway my truck would start cutting out if I held it more than 50% throttle or more in 4th gear. Lastly, there should be a "specifications PDF" selection choice as you are navigating Kawasaki's site to the parts diagrams. Apr 25, 2015 · Engine will start but not rev up. Did everything untill the last component. With it set this way it just barely stays running. When I rev it up to about 2500 rpm it stays revved at about 1800 rpm. However, as soon as the choke is closed or I try to rev the throttle with the choke open, the engine dies. It ran great for a month and cut off and would not start back up. Nov 17, 2012 · Mine: 2011 Sportsman 800 Polaris Front Brush Guard, Polaris Rear Brush Guard, Polaris Rear Rack Extender, Polaris L&R Rear Cargo Box, Warn 2500lb winch, Winch Saver, Ricochet A-Arm Guards (www. I've adjusted to air mix screw back and forth. Apr 25, 2009 · Stator Output Tests Can Be Performed " Loaded " And " Unloaded ". it started hesitating under load or full throttle, replaced fuel filter, spark plugs & carb kit it ran better for a day and problem returned - pulled front plug wire and it died, pull rear plug wire it stayed running so thought it was a coil. Spark Plugs and Spark Plug Wires. I will ever so slightly swell rubber. I found that the brass plate that opens and closes inside the throttle body was actually sticking at the top so all I did was loosen the two screws that held the plate into the shaft to allow the shaft to rotate freely, after that I held the assembly upright and re Jul 2, 2007 · i was up in Colorado last week, my 300 wouldn't idle. I am the main jet so I feed low/idle/WOT. on red in rev . The mixture screw is backed out just over 1 turn even though it's supposed to be 1. I have to manually rev it up to 1. I did not replace any carb part but cleaned all the passageways, jets etc. Now it has stopped doing so by itself. When it does this I have to limp it home in between 1st and 2nd gear while the motor screams in protest, if you knock it into neutral and try to put Sep 5, 2010 · 2005 400 arctic cat FIS-----SOLD 2009 500 auto arctic cat 3000# warn winch Arctic cat Front Brush guard Arctic cat rear bumper arctic cat hand guards Nov 4, 2008 · my bike it starts and idles away, but as soon as i touch the throttle it just pings and wont move. yes it was the tbap sensor that was causing my problem. after this i recconnected the coil and idle speed goes slightly up as expected and set idle again with the idle screw. 1 answer. also between the carb and air filter. The only way to get the engine to fire back up is to turn the side needle that adjusts the idle speed way out, Then when it starts. 2k rpms. Update Ok today I purchased new spark plugs, removed the pop off springs that came with the carb kits and reinstalled the old oem springs, and reset the low jet fuel/air mixture screws clockwise until resistance was met the backed them off 1 1/2 turns started it up after priming the fuel system (Hard Start btw) and got her to fire up, adjusted the idle screw until i got the best idle out of Oct 4, 2008 · i have a 300 bayou that is doing kindof the same thing, will start and idle only on full choke, but will not rev up, can hold the throttle wide open and will only miss and pop. I couldn't figure Starter Idle Gear Limiter Kawasaki Bayou 220 250 39076 1060 ' eBay kawasaki bayou 300 starter will not engage. sometimes runs great tho. Oct 31, 2013 · Turn teh air/idle up to a fast idle. oldeerslayer it is a 2005-400. Apr 21, 2022 · A forum community dedicated to Kawasaki Motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. Mar 10, 2010 · My brother-in-law's '92 Bayou 220 won't idle or run. I have an issue that I would be very happy if you guys could help me with. when i first start it with the coke it would idle until i released the choke and began to ride. I did notice the exhaust is missing part of the port on the head. The idle cough cleared up significantly with the stock low jet being drilled . 2xDually w/ strobe box, UNI Air Filter, 26" GBC Dirt Commanders, 1" Billet Wheel Spacers (Front and Rear) HighLifter HD springs Aug 29, 2017 · I just put a new carb in my 360 today. - Still won't rev, even with the choke off. Aug 24, 2010 · I have a 08 Brute Force 750 efi. In this video, I show how to diagnose and fix a Kawasaki Bayou 300 that will not start. Feb 2, 2008 · I have a 2010 Bayou 250. after i went outside and looked at it,guess what i realized the mechanic or supposed to be mechanic had May 23, 2007 · The update; The Bayou is still doing the same thing, Although it seems to stall when you wiggle the Choke Cable or the handle bars. Apr 27, 2014 · I have the issue that my (unknown year) klf 300 will turn over (have to pullstart, bad starter bearing) and hit, start, but run REALLY weak, (stutter, stutter, stutter, stutter, die) about 97% of the time. it has no power to move but some days it works fine. Aug 23, 2010 · having a prblem with a 95 bayou it will idle all day long but when u start to rev it up it cuts out and wont rev, you can get the throttle about 1/8 froim idle before it starts doing it. I’d guess 1. Anybody have any suggestions on what might be wrong with it and what it would take to fix this. 2mm over, I don’t remember the size of the original jet. Hopefully your count was close. . Mar 21, 2013 · thanks for the help. Now turn it out again intill the idle will not increase again. 0 helpful. the quicker i twist it cuts out straight away, the slower i twist it goes up alittle bit but then starts dropping as if you hold the front brake really tight and slowly let the Jul 11, 2011 · When i got it he said alls it would do is idle cv boot was broke belt was slipping and some general maintence. Jan 27, 2012 · I bought an '89 Bayou 220 a few weeks ago and it has a weird problem i need help figuring out. he thought it may be a jet stopped up also. the Rectifier Will Gate Excess Volts To Ground To Keep From Overcharging The Battery If It Working Correctly. Not to the point that the engine would be hurt but way too high for an idle. Starts and idles but bogs down and dies when throttled up. But if you give it anything over 1/4 throttle, it acts like its hitting a rev limiter It pops, backfires Its not the carb. However, some problems have also been reported over the years. so im not sure if the bayou has a lever you pull for a park brake or not that has a micro switch in it or not but it might be something to check Nov 27, 2007 · i just bought a used bayou and it ran perfect for a while but now it starts up and idles fine but when you give it gas it boggs down. The thing runs great to about 2500 rpm, then it cuts out like the rev limiter is stalling it. May 23, 2022 · It starts right up and idles great and runs like a top (even when I get on the throttle) for about 15 minutes then starts revving up on it's on and stays revved. ive soaked the carb in carb cleaner and put a rebuild kit in it and it still does it. It was the pick up coil. Dec 8, 2009 · Purchased a 2002 220 Bayou that really needed some love. After new solenoid ($11 ebay) the engine would slowly crank. I screw it in and no change. Well I have gotten every thing else done except this issue with it will only idle. the circlip should be in the middle of the needle to start out,. would valves being off affect this and if so which one intake or exhaust cause it has really good compression is getting gas and spark so what am I missing it runs great on choke could it be the Jun 23, 2013 · -The Rev limiter is no longer working (if I WOT in neutral or even first gear, I get nothing, it will just dive straight into the red zone [i never hold it there for long, it never did this before])-Problem occurs around 9k RPM-Idle is still good, torque is still good BIKE SPECS *2008 Ninja 250 *17000 miles Sep 17, 2010 · This is really pissing me off!! Finally got the left set and brake reservoir I needed to be able to ride this bike. Anyone out there have any ideas? Thought about changing CDI but $500 isn't in the budget right now. My plan is to disassemble, clean, and reassemble the carburetor according to the factory specifications for float height, pilot screw rotations, etc. Cleaned the carb, new plug, oil change and battery. I read many posts on this and nothing suggested seemed to work. Checked float height. With the new exhaust you need to rejet the carb I drilled my jets so I cant tell you how much to go but don't mess with the idle jet just the priamary probably 3 drill sizes but if you can find the jets you will know much better . It still starts fine and will chug and run rough but not nearly at the full throttle rpm's. As soon as you start to give it throttle it will hesitate like its trying to rev and then it dies. I have adjusted the pilot air screw to 2 1/2 turns out. Oct 24, 2018 · I took the carb off, cleaned it and put it back on. I have tried a carb from a trx 300 but it ran worse than the stock carb. I discovered it was overfilled with oil by 2 quarts, so I drained it and replaced the filter and proper amount of oil, then it idled easier, but still can't rev up. Feb 28, 2010 · Dusty 2000 ext cab XLT lariat F-350, 4in turbo back exaust, 5in stainless mbrp tip ,triple pod piller filled with isspro boost, trans temp and pyro gauges, sonnax/tricumulator, ccv mod, ebpv delete, air heater delete, foil delete, zoo dad mod, afe stage 1 intake , WW, 2in front leveling kit, Ported turbo shourd, DP tuner with 40,80,120 tunes, 16. A bad solenoid was supposed to be why it was parked. 5mm would be perfect. I am the low jet so I start/idle/WOT. It will start and idle fine but as soon as I try to increase revs it coughs splutters and even backfires. You can also hear in the video that it doesn't go back down to idle very quickly. Dec 26, 2017 · When it is first started it idles perfectly, once its warm it wont idle at all and once it is hot after an hour or so of use the motor usually runs away and idle speed is damn near full throttle. 2. then back off a 11/2 - 1/4 turn. 26-1. I tore it down and re ringed it, lapped the valves and put in new valve seals. Mar 11, 2012 · I had this problem when I changed my exhaust it was running so lean it burnt the paint off the new muffler. yobkki etmm ycjwxo kuti krxg gbpog huni ebqttd txb jbgqxe