Tips on choke?

[JaxInsany]

Hello to the forums! I am questing for tips on how to have a smoother engine warm up. I am having consistent jerky starts when I am releasing the choke and I was wondering if there was any technique to it besides going by ear and slowly letting off the choke. Any ideas? Should i quickly let off the choke or slowly back it off or leave it on for more than a few seconds? Thanks!

 

[crassius]

take the choke off as soon as it will run without it, then sit for a couple min to left the engine warm up a bit

 

[maniac57]

I pull in the clutch as soon as my engine starts, then turn off the choke and wait a few seconds till it clears out before taking off.

 

[KenX]

I never have to use my choke. With the 7 spark plug starts on 1st or second pedal.

 

[2door]

Instead of full choke try it about 1/2. These little engines all have a personality of their own. Some like the choke, some do well without it. A lot depends on how well the engine is broken in, your elevation above sea level, your fuel to oil ratio and other factors.
We usually suggest to experiment and find what works best for your particular engine.

Also jerky action can be caused by trying to ride too slow with the clutch engaged. Anything under about 10mph and you should disengage the clutch and pedal assist the bike.

Tom