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How to resurrect Yamaha FJR1300 that's been parked in my garage for 7 years?
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<blockquote data-quote="Dan Cooper" data-source="post: 1465523" data-attributes="member: 98210"><p>Obviously, the major stuff.</p><p>Check for mouse nests in the air box and elsewhere and chewed wiring.</p><p></p><p>The battery may or may not spin the engine, do not turn the key on, do not spin the engine until.</p><p>Empty the fuel tank and check for rust and old fuel varnish, even get a small inspection mirror or a bore scope to get a better look.</p><p>If you find either, it may be a good idea to remove the fuel pump for closer inspection and cleaning of the tank and pump.</p><p>Add some fresh fuel (not a tank full), notice if the fuel pump runs for a couple of seconds when the key is turned on, then spin the engine.</p><p>With a clean tank and fresh fuel, if the engine spins but doesn't fire, then spark and fuel become the next items.</p><p></p><p>Fuel may be most likely.</p><p>After sitting for 7 years the pintle in the fuel injectors may be stuck. I ran into that problem with a scooter that had been sitting for only 4 years. In my case it was a cheap, simple fix and the scooter ran like it had been started yesterday. Ask me if you encounter those symptoms.</p><p></p><p>Once the engine runs, then follow Cyclepath's advice about all fluid replacements including radiator coolant.</p><p>Good luck and welcome to the circus. </p><p></p><p></p><p>dan</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Dan Cooper, post: 1465523, member: 98210"] Obviously, the major stuff. Check for mouse nests in the air box and elsewhere and chewed wiring. The battery may or may not spin the engine, do not turn the key on, do not spin the engine until. Empty the fuel tank and check for rust and old fuel varnish, even get a small inspection mirror or a bore scope to get a better look. If you find either, it may be a good idea to remove the fuel pump for closer inspection and cleaning of the tank and pump. Add some fresh fuel (not a tank full), notice if the fuel pump runs for a couple of seconds when the key is turned on, then spin the engine. With a clean tank and fresh fuel, if the engine spins but doesn't fire, then spark and fuel become the next items. Fuel may be most likely. After sitting for 7 years the pintle in the fuel injectors may be stuck. I ran into that problem with a scooter that had been sitting for only 4 years. In my case it was a cheap, simple fix and the scooter ran like it had been started yesterday. Ask me if you encounter those symptoms. Once the engine runs, then follow Cyclepath's advice about all fluid replacements including radiator coolant. Good luck and welcome to the circus. dan [/QUOTE]
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