I have a 1980s Suzuki motor trike, and it's fuel petcock is no good anymore. I have a new one that will arrive today, and your video has all of the information & instructions that I need.
These were always confusing on older bikes. You had the ability to point either the long part at the word on, or the short part that looks like a pointer. It would rotate all the way around. And off worked as off no matter which you pointed at it. So you were never really sure if you had it on or reserve until you ran out of gas for the first time and tried it the other way. The new ones at least have a stop so its clear which is which
Haha yes I’ve been on some older bikes with that exact problem. It’s so difficult to tell what direction it’s actually pointing too. Lucky mine has the little arrow!
Why is my gas leaking from the drain hose pretty heavily as soon as I switch to “ON” or “RES”? This happens when bike is stopped and cannot turn on and is making a pool of gas underneath u til I switch to off.
When you turn the switch to “on” or “reserve” you are opening the valve allowing gas to run into the carburetor. Leaving it on for a extended period of time may cause it to leak or pool up into the carburetor. That would make the bike hard to start. Anytime you are not riding you should shut it off. I hope this helps!
@@MostroMoto Thanks, it was way more than a flooded carb, took a hammer to the carb and suddenly stopped. Started right up. Guessing needle was stuck open.
I’ve been have an issue on my ‘22 TW where it will die while I’m riding it, acting like it’s ran below the run straw. But it’s done this with plenty of fuel and even as few as 2 or 3 miles on the bike since I last filled up. When it dies, while still coasting down the road, I switch it to reserve and downshift to let it roll start, It starts right back up, and then I immediately switch it back to run and continue on to work with no more issues. Do you think I need to just remove the petcock from the tank and clean it? Or is there something else you think it could be?
It’s possible that some bad fuel gotten the carbs, or clogged some of the petcock. To be honest, I’ve never heard of that issue before. Maybe it’s worth reaching out to your local dealership
If no fuel comes out that may be because the fuel level to low to reach the drain tube. If you try switching to reserve does it come out? It should be gravity fed. Some bikes use a fuel pump, but I don’t believe this bike has one
Hey, I have a 2000 Yamaha road star 1600, am still a bit confused using the petcock, I don't know if am using it right but usually when I turn on the bike to warm it I leave it off, what about running the bike? Do I turn it on? Is it necessary?
The fuel petcock allows fuel to run into the bikes engine. With this turned off eventually the bike will shut off and run out of fuel. When warming the bike up it is okay to have it in the on position. When you are done riding turn the fuel switch off, so no fuel leaks into the carburetor. Hopefully this helps!
@@MostroMoto Thanks!! What am doing now is before turning the bike on, I turn the choke on, turn the petcock on and start the bike, once I stop riding I just leave the choke off and turn the petcock off
Hey I have a YFZ 450 and I’ve noticed that everytime I ride I never turned my petcock valve on and its always in the off position but it started up fine everytime... how? Is it bad? Let me know ASAP!
That’s interesting, I haven’t heard of that before. Maybe it’s possible that the fuel lines have been routed incorrectly. But usually if the petcock is in the off position your carb will not receive fuel
How long is too long to leave it on? I forgot to turn it off at 8am when i reached work and my lunchbreak is at 1pm..i can't leave my work when i want..
what happens when I turn the fuel switch off and start the bike? it will run for few seconds and then stall due to no fuel being passed to engine? next time will it run without issue when starting with switch on?🤔
If you run the bike with the fuel switch off it will burn all the fuel within the fuel lines and carburetor. Next time you go to start it you might need to give it a couple seconds to pull fuel into the lines and carburetor again.
The only issue with keeping the fuel petcock on reserve is fuel may eventually leak into the carburetor leading to starting issues. So it’s recommended to shut it off after riding
My 2009 Suzuki Boulevard 650cc s40 does not have an off position. North position on the petcock is "fuel". South position is "on ". East position is prime . And West position on the petcock is "Reserve" ... So where is the "Off" position? Thank you
I don’t, there should only be one line coming off the petcock. That line goes directly into the carburetor. The petcock itself goes right into the fuel tank. There should be some diagrams on Google about the carburetor. I hope this helps! Thanks for watching 😃🤙🏼
Great video. I've heard that before but I keep forgetting to do it. What I do is I drive it a few miles every other day. The longest is 3 days. Do you think I should still turn off the valve? Even in winter I do the same every other day use to prevent gumming up and so on. Is the off switch more for prolonged periods of no use? Thanks , and keep the vids coming. Very enjoyable. I too have the 2021 tdub I bought in Nov 2020. 366 Miles now. Awesome bike. I have a unrelated question. I've been watching vids on the Honda ct125 trail. It goes about 50 mph, Perry muschamp like the tdub. Why does the tdub only go 50mph average top speed like the 125 if the tw200 is a 200cc or almost. Sorry for the run off.
People seem to have very different opinions about the fuel shut off valve. Generally if you shut the bike off you should switch the fuel off as well. It’s a good habit to get into. I don’t always shut the fuel off (I am forgetful). If you forget to shut it off for a hour or so it probably isn’t a big deal. But I wouldn’t leave it for multiple days. I have heard story’s of the fuel leaking into the carb & flooding it. then the bike doesn’t start. Personally I have never had that issue, and there have been times where I forgot to shut the fuel off for a couple days. But still a good habit to get into. Great comment, definitely a interesting subject! As far as the speed goes this is what I’ve found: The TW 200 is made primarily for slower off-road use. The gearing on it is much different and lower than other bikes. Also the engine is not high strung. So even though it’s a bigger engine, it’s not really putting out much more power. Also the bike is a bit heavier than the CT125
It’s possible that you have a clog somewhere In the system. Or possibly the valve is no longer working. Try emptying the tank, taking of the fuel petcock and looking to see if it’s clogged
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At last!!! Straight to the point for the rider who doesn't need an in-depth explanation. Thank you!!!
this was exactly the little video I needed, well voiced and well shot and lit. Good Job
Very useful bro straight to the pont.
I have a 1980s Suzuki motor trike, and it's fuel petcock is no good anymore. I have a new one that will arrive today, and your video has all of the information & instructions that I need.
Thanks for the info!! First year rider.
Very good explanation!
i think I got it now.
Thanks
Can you make a video about the choke as well ?
first like! 👍🏼
To remove the carburetor what setting would I need the petcock on if I have fuel in the tank?
These were always confusing on older bikes. You had the ability to point either the long part at the word on, or the short part that looks like a pointer. It would rotate all the way around. And off worked as off no matter which you pointed at it. So you were never really sure if you had it on or reserve until you ran out of gas for the first time and tried it the other way. The new ones at least have a stop so its clear which is which
Haha yes I’ve been on some older bikes with that exact problem. It’s so difficult to tell what direction it’s actually pointing too. Lucky mine has the little arrow!
Ahh... So that is why I had trouble before. Thanks again.
@@MostroMoto I put a dab of red paint on mine to tell which way its pointing.
Why is my gas leaking from the drain hose pretty heavily as soon as I switch to “ON” or “RES”? This happens when bike is stopped and cannot turn on and is making a pool of gas underneath u til I switch to off.
When you turn the switch to “on” or “reserve” you are opening the valve allowing gas to run into the carburetor. Leaving it on for a extended period of time may cause it to leak or pool up into the carburetor. That would make the bike hard to start. Anytime you are not riding you should shut it off. I hope this helps!
@@MostroMoto Thanks, it was way more than a flooded carb, took a hammer to the carb and suddenly stopped. Started right up. Guessing needle was stuck open.
I have the same issue is it normal for it to leak like that when on or reserve? Seems like if you forgot to turn it off you’d just be out of gas
I’ve been have an issue on my ‘22 TW where it will die while I’m riding it, acting like it’s ran below the run straw. But it’s done this with plenty of fuel and even as few as 2 or 3 miles on the bike since I last filled up. When it dies, while still coasting down the road, I switch it to reserve and downshift to let it roll start, It starts right back up, and then I immediately switch it back to run and continue on to work with no more issues. Do you think I need to just remove the petcock from the tank and clean it? Or is there something else you think it could be?
It’s possible that some bad fuel gotten the carbs, or clogged some of the petcock. To be honest, I’ve never heard of that issue before. Maybe it’s worth reaching out to your local dealership
Hey I have a little question when opening the valve no fuel comes out when the bike is off? how may I fix it? idk if thats normal
If no fuel comes out that may be because the fuel level to low to reach the drain tube. If you try switching to reserve does it come out? It should be gravity fed. Some bikes use a fuel pump, but I don’t believe this bike has one
@@MostroMoto I end up draining the old fuel and refilled it with new one and worked again
Hey, I have a 2000 Yamaha road star 1600, am still a bit confused using the petcock, I don't know if am using it right but usually when I turn on the bike to warm it I leave it off, what about running the bike? Do I turn it on? Is it necessary?
The fuel petcock allows fuel to run into the bikes engine. With this turned off eventually the bike will shut off and run out of fuel. When warming the bike up it is okay to have it in the on position. When you are done riding turn the fuel switch off, so no fuel leaks into the carburetor. Hopefully this helps!
@@MostroMoto Thanks!! What am doing now is before turning the bike on, I turn the choke on, turn the petcock on and start the bike, once I stop riding I just leave the choke off and turn the petcock off
Hey I have a YFZ 450 and I’ve noticed that everytime I ride I never turned my petcock valve on and its always in the off position but it started up fine everytime... how? Is it bad? Let me know ASAP!
That’s interesting, I haven’t heard of that before. Maybe it’s possible that the fuel lines have been routed incorrectly. But usually if the petcock is in the off position your carb will not receive fuel
can you move the petcock to reserve while riding? I would expect so but just wanted to be sure
Yes
Does this also work on tabs?
How long is too long to leave it on? I forgot to turn it off at 8am when i reached work and my lunchbreak is at 1pm..i can't leave my work when i want..
I wouldn’t worry about it, but just try not to get into the habit of leaving it on
@@MostroMoto now it's a habit to turn it off everytime i turn the engine off lol
what happens when I turn the fuel switch off and start the bike? it will run for few seconds and then stall due to no fuel being passed to engine? next time will it run without issue when starting with switch on?🤔
If you run the bike with the fuel switch off it will burn all the fuel within the fuel lines and carburetor. Next time you go to start it you might need to give it a couple seconds to pull fuel into the lines and carburetor again.
Very useful, thanks
Good video Thank's !!!...
my 1st thought is, cant you just leave it on reserve and watch the level? rather than fiddling with open or reserve vs closed.
The only issue with keeping the fuel petcock on reserve is fuel may eventually leak into the carburetor leading to starting issues. So it’s recommended to shut it off after riding
My 2009 Suzuki Boulevard 650cc s40 does not have an off position. North position on the petcock is "fuel". South position is "on ". East position is prime . And West position on the petcock is "Reserve" ... So where is the "Off" position? Thank you
Sorry for the late response, I’m not sure I would look in your owners manual
@@MostroMoto Yeah, what is the PRI position? I don't have a owners manual on my 2017 Suzuki DR -200s.
Thank you bruda
Do you also have a video on which lines from the carburetor hook to the petcock?
I don’t, there should only be one line coming off the petcock. That line goes directly into the carburetor. The petcock itself goes right into the fuel tank. There should be some diagrams on Google about the carburetor. I hope this helps! Thanks for watching 😃🤙🏼
Mine leaks when I leave it on.
Yeah it is gravity fed, so it will drip a bit. I definitely recommend keeping it off when not riding the bike! Thanks for watching 🤙🏼
Thank you
Great video. I've heard that before but I keep forgetting to do it. What I do is I drive it a few miles every other day. The longest is 3 days. Do you think I should still turn off the valve? Even in winter I do the same every other day use to prevent gumming up and so on. Is the off switch more for prolonged periods of no use? Thanks , and keep the vids coming. Very enjoyable. I too have the 2021 tdub I bought in Nov 2020. 366 Miles now. Awesome bike. I have a unrelated question. I've been watching vids on the Honda ct125 trail. It goes about 50 mph, Perry muschamp like the tdub. Why does the tdub only go 50mph average top speed like the 125 if the tw200 is a 200cc or almost. Sorry for the run off.
People seem to have very different opinions about the fuel shut off valve. Generally if you shut the bike off you should switch the fuel off as well. It’s a good habit to get into. I don’t always shut the fuel off (I am forgetful). If you forget to shut it off for a hour or so it probably isn’t a big deal. But I wouldn’t leave it for multiple days. I have heard story’s of the fuel leaking into the carb & flooding it. then the bike doesn’t start. Personally I have never had that issue, and there have been times where I forgot to shut the fuel off for a couple days. But still a good habit to get into. Great comment, definitely a interesting subject!
As far as the speed goes this is what I’ve found:
The TW 200 is made primarily for slower off-road use. The gearing on it is much different and lower than other bikes. Also the engine is not high strung. So even though it’s a bigger engine, it’s not really putting out much more power. Also the bike is a bit heavier than the CT125
My fuel isn't even coming out anymore. What can I do about this
It’s possible that you have a clog somewhere In the system. Or possibly the valve is no longer working. Try emptying the tank, taking of the fuel petcock and looking to see if it’s clogged
Thanks for the advice and sorry for the profile pic. Looks weird. lol
If i switch to on or reserve postions it leaks gass. What can i do?
did u ever fix it? i have same prob
@@CameronCollins-cb5zl yes changed it. 👍
Glad you fixed it, sorry for the late response. It might just be a faulty, petcock, or gasket.
@@freddydeleon28 already ordered a new one
Mine has only RES , ON AND PRI
Might know this by now but it’s vacuum. So once of it’s off. On is on when bike is on. Res reserve and prime is only for when maintenance is done
so thats why it was sputtering after not being riddeen 2 weeks.
Get to the point man