EC515FSR hard to start when cold

[Toontje]

Hi all!

I have a 2009 EC515FSR which doesn't like to wake up in the morning. It takes at least a few minutes to get running, all the time starting it using the electrical starter.
I keep the air filter clean, i changed the spark plug from a NGK CR9EIX to the standard CR8E, but that doesn't make a difference.
Since this is a bike with injection there is AFAIK no "starter" position for the injection.

Any tips or tricks to make the bike start in the morning?

Thanks,

Ton.

[Toontje]

Hi all!

In one month i had to replace the starter clutch twice. I read on the forum that people have starting issues with the 450 and 515 mainly the '03 and '04 ones. Mine is '08 and i also have these issues.

Has anyone found a DECENT solution to this problem? Modifying the decompressor works?

I am desperate and put my 515 for sale again. If you look at how easy it is to kick a two-stroke. This is my fist 4-stroke and i think i made a mistake buying it.

Ton.

[300ECR]

Hi Ton a mate of mine has the 08 450 and was having the same sort of problem.
He had the program update and has fixed the problem 99% of the time. He has also found that some times he needs to open the throttle slightly. Hope this helps

[Toontje]

Originally Posted by 300ECR

He had the program update

What do you mean with this? Reprogramming the ECU unit? Can you elaborate on this so i know what to tell my mechanic?

Thanks,

Ton.

[300ECR]

There is software update for the ECU. I think there is a link on Gas Gas Spain website. Most dealers should be able to help with this.

[300ECR]

Where are you located?