Old Motorcycle Won’t Start? Cheap Checks and Easy Fixes

Got a stored motorcycle that won't start? Or even scarier - thinking of buying one? Here are the easiest tests and fixes to get her running again.

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[availablehage]

At this point most followers don't even care what's the topic..Ryan f9 is so good we would listen to him even if it was a sermon.

[samriddell]

There is not a single channel on YouTube I like more than fortnine

[jazvolt]

HOLY CRAP IT'S ROBYN THE CORGI!

Robyn's a famous North Vancouver resident. Amazing to see her in a Fortnine video.

[RonaldFinger]

Why did I not know about Viton cord stock until now?? I literally just bought specific float bowl seals two days ago

[JETZcorp]

Top tip! If the ignition key is in a silly location (eg next to the left rear shock) then triple-check that you actually remembered to turn the stupid thing on. 85% of the starting issues I've had with old Kawasaki trail bikes were caused by this.

[XBLHitmanBill]

Was that you hiding your shame because the gas was off when you tried to start it. Amazing

[EveryDayNormalMF]

Just got my Yamaha SR500 (1989) revived last month, after it stood for 7 years. Wish I had seen this video before.
I'd love to see a little more Content on older Motorcycles like this one!

[SuperSneakySteve]

Might as well mention the tires are likely rotten garbage.

[ahmedshamsi]

Sorry dude after that two wheeled dog came and stole the show from your two wheeled dog I didn't listen to that last part

[SaiedKarmally]

"Viton Cord Stock" I never even heard about this. Amazing. Thanks Brother. Another reason why i love FortNine.

[Chinchelada]

I never imagined a motorcycle diagnostic video would take me back to high school English class, but I'm not unhappy about it. Thanks for the informative and entertaining content!

[dama]

The thing about Ryan is that he cranks out stuff that nobody does. He makes it logical and scientific and doesn't care about etiquette. Pure honesty and the scientific method (to a certain degree and most of the time) are his landmark. A mark nobody else reaches in quality and content by the way. As a matter of fact it is scary to think about how he is coming up with all this off the hook stuff. And here is exactly why we love Ryan from Fortnine. He is in a league of his own 'cause nobody can talk about motorcycle stuff with a science spin as confident as he can. Nobody is more professional, serious and funnier than him. Nobody knows more about teaching the viewers about motorcycling science more effectively. Nobody works as consistently at the same high level and shocks the viewers with another off the wall review each time. Continue to razzle dazzle us and spin our heads Ryan... maybe a review why motorcycling under the influence is dangerous... throw charts and calculations at us... ending up with a bunch of liquor using a wet lab to prove your point... hmmmm... we love your stuff Ryan F9... whatever you come up with next...

[markmark]

"ultra violet light and ultra violent mice" I love it :D

[kevinmorphet]

I owned that bike! I was 16, just got my beginners’ permit and rode the girl all over northern Ontario. Great memories. Needed that! Thanks again for the awesomeness that is your content. Cheers.

[jim]

The last comment about making sure your vintage restoration actually runs before you begin is excellent advice. I have spent several thousand dollars on a basket case 1960's vintage that now looks very nice, but many issues getting it running. Always great videos.

[detroit]

By far the best 5 minute plus some video on starting a motorcycle that has been sitting.

[paulasturi]

This perfectly describes my springtime ritual with my lawnmower.

[BrianAXA]

Me: Knows how to check out a bike that doesn't start


Also Me: Watches FortNine video anyway just because i love them

[allanmaureenmacintyre]

Great tip for old motorcycles - change every bulb for LED. Less drain on the battery / alternator, less chance of those ancient spade connectors frazzling. And remember to change the flasher unit for an LED - or the flashers wont. Thanks Allan! No problem Ryan!

[defacta]

18 days into owning my first bike. You, sir, are an inspiration!