1 Break down Thu Jun 23, 2022 3:38 am
Romille
New member
Good morning, I am new here, having recently purchased my first K100RT.
Whilst out riding a few days ago, the engine lost power, it was probably only running on two cylinders. It was 25C a warm day (for the UK), I had ridden about 20 miles on country roads and there were no indications or warnings before the stoppage.
I checked that the plug caps were secure, the relays were properly seated and the fuses were all OK. I also opened the fuel cap in case there might be a vapour lock and checked that the fuel pump was running. I did notice that the crank case breather was split. The engine would start but refused to rev or tick over.
After an hour or so I called the recovery service and eventually arrived home about 4 hours after the initial break down. After getting the motorcycle of the trailer, I pressed the starter the engine fired and ran perfectly, I was able to ride it normally
It seems clear to me that the problem is related to temperature although the engine temperature warning light was not illuminated or the fan running at the time of the stoppage. I have previously tested both the warning light and fan to ensure they are operational.
Is there anyone out there that might have any ideas or suggestions of what to check or what the problem might be.
Whilst out riding a few days ago, the engine lost power, it was probably only running on two cylinders. It was 25C a warm day (for the UK), I had ridden about 20 miles on country roads and there were no indications or warnings before the stoppage.
I checked that the plug caps were secure, the relays were properly seated and the fuses were all OK. I also opened the fuel cap in case there might be a vapour lock and checked that the fuel pump was running. I did notice that the crank case breather was split. The engine would start but refused to rev or tick over.
After an hour or so I called the recovery service and eventually arrived home about 4 hours after the initial break down. After getting the motorcycle of the trailer, I pressed the starter the engine fired and ran perfectly, I was able to ride it normally
It seems clear to me that the problem is related to temperature although the engine temperature warning light was not illuminated or the fan running at the time of the stoppage. I have previously tested both the warning light and fan to ensure they are operational.
Is there anyone out there that might have any ideas or suggestions of what to check or what the problem might be.