How to Start a Scooter the First Time

The scooter was received and assembled, now finally to the long awaited moMent, starting the scooter. The urge to stick the key in the hole, press the button and hear the engine purr is close to irresistible ...

How to Start a Scooter the First Time

How to Start a Scooter the First Time

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How to Start a Scooter the First Time

How to Start a Scooter the First Time

But it must be resisted. Though above may sound ideal, is not the case. Imagine a car that was parked for six months; it may not start at first try. In this case we are talking about a scooter that may have been sitting for 6 or more months in addition to having travelled by sea for 2 or 3 weeks; salty marine carburetors love fresh Air.

This article aims at guiding first time scooter owners to properly start their scooter without blowing anything out.

Dos and Don'ts:

1. If the scooter is 150cc or 50, don't try the electric start; at first kickstart only
2. Do not, under any circumstance, try to jump start the scooter
3. Avoid using a charger. The engine will recharge the battery when it is started. If a charger is used, insure it is a motorcycle charger set to no more than 2 amps
4. If the scooter is equipped with an alarm, do not try the alarm or the remote start until the scooter started
5. Buy the most expensive fuel and fill the gas tank all the way up
6. Do not use any fuel additives or carburetor logo cleaner solution
7. Once the scooter is started, be ready to ride it for at least 15 minutes to charge the battery -letting the engine charge the battery is by far the best

Remember that a new battery is very fragile. If it runs all the waydown, it may get damaged as well as permanent damage other components such as the fuse, volTAGe regulator and/or the CDI unit. In order to protect the battery and the other components, all 50cc and 150cc scooters should be first started with the kick start then try the electric start a couple times as described below.

Since most 250cc scooters don't have a kick start, 250cc scooter owners should follow the electric start procedures.

Kick start procedure:

1. Fill the gas tank all the way up with the best gasoline available
2. Put the bike on the center stand
3. Check that the kill switch is pointed towards the circle, not the X
4. If the scooter came with remote, click the UNLOCK two consecutive times
5. Turn the key to the on position
6.Accelerate all the way and keep throttle open of 1 second, repeat 3 times
7. Unfold the kick-start; gently push it down with your foot half way
8. Let the kick start as back up
9. Kick the kick start 3 or 4 times vigorously in a row making sure the starter goes all the way down and comes all the way back up every time
10. Then keep on accelerating all the way (step 6) and kicking all the way a few times (step 9)
11. Do not accelerate while kicking

Try the electric start only AFTER having tried to start the bike as described above with the kick-start.

Electric start procedure:

1. Follow steps 1 to 6 in the kick-start procedures above
2. Hold the rear brake
3. Gently turn the accelerator to pickup the slack; do not accelerate, just hold theslack
4. Press the start button for 3 seconds and let go
5. Accelerate all the way and let go, hold any slack in the throttle
6. Press the start button for 3 seconds and let go
7. Let the electric start motor cool down for 30 or 40 seconds and repeat the steps above one more time.

Overheating the electric start motor may also damage the scooter by blowing the starter motor, the fuse and other electrical parts.

If the bike did not start, do not try the electric start procedures more than 2 times; rather go back to the kick start procedures and repeat it 2 or 3 times. It may take a few tries, most bikes start at the 2nd or 3rd try.

If all else fail:

Some scooters my have a hard time starting. This may be due to several factors. In 90% of the cases, thefailure to start is due to no or insufficient fuel getting to the carburetor logo. The simplest way to check and cure this, is to prime the carburetor logo manually:

1. Open the seat
2. Unscrew the access panel screw carburetor logo (usually a single screw)
3. Remove the access panel and locate the carburetor logo
4. The top of The carburetor logo looks like a metal dome with 2 screws holding it
5. Remove the 2 screws from the top of the carburetor logo
6. Put 3 to 4 spoonfuls of gasoline directly inside the carburetor logo
7. Replace the top of the carburetor logo and secure with the 2 screws
8. Follow the electric start procedure only if it was not followed more than 3 times; otherwise kick-start

How to Start a Scooter the First Time

Dead Car Battery-4 Common Reasons Why Car Batteries Die

A dead car battery is one of the most common problems drivers face. You are running late for work, an appointMent or to drop the kids off to school and tragically, your car won't start. When this happens, there is a good chance that your batteries are dead or have a low charge. There are many reasons why this happens.

Dead Car Battery-4 Common Reasons Why Car Batteries Die

Dead Car Battery-4 Common Reasons Why Car Batteries Die

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Dead Car Battery-4 Common Reasons Why Car Batteries Die

Dead Car Battery-4 Common Reasons Why Car Batteries Die

Drainage--Something was left on while the car was off. For example, the headlights, interior lights, Air conditioning or the radio is left on while the car is not running. One of the most common is leaving the headlights on while the car is parked. This will cause the batteries to drain. You can prevent this by simply making sure everything is turned off when the car is not running.Alternator-The alternator continuously charges the battery while you drive. If the alternator is faulty, then it does not properly replace the charge to your battery and your battery therefore slowly drains from use until it is completely out of charge. Temperature-Extreme hot or cold temperatures can completely ruin your battery. In really hot temperatures over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, the car battery drains more quickly because the extreme heat causes the battery to expend energy at a Faster rate. In very cold temperatures, the motor oil thickens and makes it more difficult for the battery to start your engine. The cold temperature slows down the chemical reactions needed to make a car start. Old> battery--The lifetime of a carbattery is about four to six years. As the battery ages, the inner plates get coated and affected by sulfation. Once this happens, the battery no longer holds its charge as long as it use to and eventually loses all charge.

Sometimes your car will give you hints that the car battery is starting to wear down. For example, your keyless entry may stop working, your power windows may move slowly or your headlights dimmer than usual may be.

Many times, though, you will not get any hints at all, so always be prepared by carrying a portable car battery charger, jumper cables and membership in an auto club or road side assistance.

Dead Car Battery-4 Common Reasons Why Car Batteries Die

Battery Reconditioning Collector

Reconditioning collector old batteries and reviving batteries which appear to be dead is not a major problem once you know how. To learn how to recondition batteries requires little outlay with many experts on the net giving the low-down for well under forty bucks.

Battery Reconditioning Collector

Battery Reconditioning Collector

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Battery Reconditioning Collector

Battery Reconditioning Collector

Once you have learned the methods (there are one or two, depending on the type of battery) the costs for battery are extremely low and the effort involved to recondition an old battery very low indeed. If you learn how to recondition a battery, you may even find it to be a profitable business venture on a small or larger scales. Handy resources will be referred to later in the article.

Although it isn't hard to recondition or revive a battery, excellencein anything should never be underestimated. To learn how to fix a battery to its original state, it is crucial to understand the following.

Simple techniques to revive a completely dead battery back to 100% of its original charge capacity (full power) are readily available. It's really not that difficult. Keep in mind that rechargeable batteries enable users to forget about power cables which hinder manipulation of power tools, for example and restrict moveMent of any device to length of the cable from a power source.

Think about how many devices requiring electricity for power are portable nowadays. Okay, the type of battery may vary-be it for a fork-lift, a cell phone, a golf cart, power tools or iPods, to Mention just a few-but for eachtype of battery, there are quick and easy ways to revive them. I would stress again that the methods are cost effective whether for purely personal use or for business.

To learn how to recondition batteries automotive batteries, motorcycle batteries, marine batteries and motorized wheelchAirs batteries is of great interest for people in all countries. In the States these batteries are expensive for any user and there will be an ever increasing market for reconditioned batteries when the cost of a new one is looked at. Conversely, there exists an ever increasing market in third-world countries where the price of a new battery is also prohibitive.

It is important to take on board that the unhealthy (if not dead) condition ofa battery can be due to its charger which frequently malfunctions. But, much more frequently, it is the battery which is murdering the charger. I know it is unfortunately common to find people replacing a perfectly good charger, in the belief that the charger is the problem, only to find it destroyed by the real culprit-the battery. Once a battery's ' natural ' lifespan has been exhausted it must be properly reconditioned in order for it not to be a threat to equipMent and chargers.

It is also essential to know how to accurately measure the charge capacity of the battery in question. Of course this varies, but once you know precisely how much energy a battery can store at a given time, you can beginto assess the improvement you have made to its performance.

The importance of knowing how to revert to reversed cell cannot be overstated. It is one of the first things to evaluate about a dead battery. You won't be able to do anything with it until you have fixed the reversed cell.

One of the best things to understand is exactly why it is that a battery needs reconditioning collector. A new battery develops a memory effect but, guess what, a battery reconditioning collector properly should dispel this effect completely. Now that is some feat and means it is possible to continually rejuvenate suspect batteries.

Battery Reconditioning Collector

Maintenance For Your New Car

There is no joy quite like the joy that comes with getting a brand new car. It's an exciting investMent that appeals to all of the senses. It looks good, sounds like a kitten and smells brand new. So of course you may naturally assume that a brand new car doesn't need maintenance the same way an older car does and you would be correct, for the most part. But a new car needs to be taken care of if you want it to last long enough to become your old faithful road warrior.

All new vehicles come with a user manual that explains all of the ins and outs of the vehicle. It will also tell you how often certain services need to be performed like oil changes. Get acquainted with this manual. Even if you don't read every page, flip through it and pick out the most important points. The index will be able to direct you to any page so keep the manual in a place where you can always access it easily.

Oil changes should be performed every three thousand miles or every three months. Ask your dealer for any additional information if they don't automatically Supply it. It's important not to go over this limit and ignore the need for an oil change. As oil gets dirty, it can slow down the engine and make it feel bogged down or run rough. Get your oil change on time so it continues to purr like a cat.

There are other things that you need to keep on a maintenance timeline as well. You must make sure the Tires are rotated as necessary for optimum traction on the road. You also need to check all of the fluids in the car on a regular basis. Even if they don't need to be refilled or changed, you need to know they are all as they should be. From transmission fluid to brake fluid, there are a lot of things to stay on top of. Check all of the fluid reservoirs as well to make sure there is no damage or possible leaks.

Keep your engine clean by using cleaners that are designed to be used under the hood of your car. As the engine gets dirty it can become clogged up with oil spills and dirt. A clean engine will run much better and has a good chance of having fewer problems. It also makes it much easier to identify a new problem.

Get a car wash regularly to maintain the exterior appearance of your new ride. The road is filled with dirt, oil and salt. These things can eat away at your paint Job which leaves hideous results over time. Keep your paint brand new with a car wash once a week. Give it a good wax every quarter of a year at least as well to protect your clear coat.

When it comes to maintaining your new car one of the best things you can do is to drive it with care. If you blast around like a maniac and lay on the gas a lot, you will put your engine under unnecessary stress. Love your car and it will take care of you.

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