After about 5 mins running revs die when idling and then eventually cuts out. will not restart until cold again. Prior to this problem have had an intermittent issue with starter failing to operate - was a bit like battery seeming to have not enough power to turn starter motor but tested battery and that was ok. starter would eventually work after repeated tries. Did have similar intermittent probs when I first got bike 3yrs ago - dealer tried few things - new ignition switch, starter but prob persisted. Eventually changed wiring loom and that seemed to deal with problem - until now!
Engine stalls cold or RPM
fluctuates at idle up and down or dies near idle.
This problem is commonly caused by a dirty automatic idle speed control valve and throttle valve but always run a OBD2 fault code as well as the cleaning procedure. Buy a can of throttle valve cleaner (do not use carburetor spray cleaner!) from NAPA or Carquest (made by CRC chemicals) and spray it into the air intake while the engine is running, use up about 1/2 the can, engine will try to stall hold the speed up, shut it down and let it soak for 30 minutes, restart and blow out the remaining fluid, shut it down and disconnect the negative battery cable for 5 Min's to reset the base idle control. If the above cleaning doesn't cure your issues you need to have the computer controlled automatic idle speed control system diagnosed and repaired by a dealer or electronic engine control repair shop.
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