ROUGH STARTING

[rcassin]

Hi Guys on these cold days, in the 30s, only one cylinder is starting on my 2000 RTP 1100. the 2nd when starts about 10 seconds later. It backfires a little but after about 30 seconds, she runs fine. I don't know the last time is was tuned. I did recently change the fuel filter and that was dated 2004! I did nothing yet. i suspect the plugs need to be changed. But was wondering if there might be a common problem for these bikes???Thanks, Rob

[lkchris]

I don't know the last time is was tuned.

 

They "commonly" require periodic maintenance. If they don't receive periodic maintenance, there are "common" problems.

[dirtrider]

Evening Rob

 

New spark plugs is a great place to start.

 

As a rule, on the RT-P, the problem with a cylinder not firing at first start up is the internal spark plug wire sparking to the metallic outer RFI covering in the coil cover area.

 

That is a difficult thing to diagnose without having new (very expensive) plug wires or RT-P coil to install.

 

Usually much cheaper to install regular civilian RT coil & wires.

 

There is also the possibility of the L/H side spark plug oil fouling during overnight parking if bike is allowed to sit on side stand. (oil fouling usually starts to fire after a few seconds of engine running)

 

[rcassin]

DR...Thanks, again. I would be doing a lot more riding on 4 wheels if it was not for you!, Rob