Suzuki JR50 Owner's Manual page 72

TROUBLESHOOTING
This troubleshooting guide is pro-
vided to help you find the cause of
some common complaints.
CAUTION
Failure to troubleshoot a prob-
lem correctly can damage your
motorcycle. Improper repairs
or adjustments may damage
the motorcycle instead of fixing
it. Such damage may not be
covered under warranty.
If you are not sure about the
proper action, consult your
Suzuki dealer about the prob-
lem.
COMPLAINT: Engine is hard to
start or does not start at all.
Something is probably wrong with
the fuel system or ignition system.
FUEL SYSTEM CHECK
1. Make sure there is enough fuel
in the fuel tank.
2. Check that the fuel valve is in
the "ON" position.
3. Make sure there is enough fuel
reaching the carburetor from
the fuel valve.
a. Turn the fuel valve to the
"OFF" position.
b. Loosen the drain screw
located under the carbure-
tor. Drain the fuel from the
carburetor into a container.
WARNING
Fuel and fuel vapor are highly
flammable and toxic. You can
be burned or poisoned when
handling fuel.
When draining the carburetor:
• Stop the engine and keep
flames, sparks, and heat
sources away.
• Drain fuel only outdoors or in
a well-ventilated area.
• Do not smoke.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
• Avoid breathing fuel vapor.
• Keep children and pets away.
• Dispose of drained fuel prop-
erly.
c. Tighten the drain screw.
d. Turn the fuel valve to the
"ON" position for a few sec-
onds and then turn it to the
"OFF" position.
e. Loosen the drain screw and
check that the carburetor is
filled back up with fuel.
f. If fuel is reaching the carbu-
retor,
should be checked next.
8-2
ignition system