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Firefighter · 10-09-2004, 03:31 PM

Hey guys, I know this is typicas of the Savage, but is there a way to get the backfiring to stop?

I have a '98 Savage 650 and it has a Supertrapp aftermarket exhaust on it, and new jet kit for the carb. I just bought the bike, and the guy just had this done a few months ago. The bike has 3200 miles on it. It runs great, but just some backfiring.

Thanks,
Tim

Va bene · 10-09-2004, 05:44 PM

Backfiring is VERY typical for the Savage. There have been a lot of discussions about it at www.suzukisavage.com. If you go through the old topics, you will see ones about jetting, exhausts etc... There is one in particular about backfiring. If I can find it I'll post a followup with a link straight to the backfiring topic. I hope you enjoy your Savage. I love mine!

Va bene · 10-09-2004, 05:50 PM

I found the topic I mentioned above. Here is a link to it:

Savage Backfiring Topic

Hope it helps!

Madura · 10-09-2004, 07:57 PM

When the collector rusts and fresh air gets in, it causes backfiring. I know that much. Som maybe your aftermarket slip-on isn't sealed and lets in air? I also may be completely out to lunch.

Bluejeans · 10-09-2004, 08:02 PM

Actually, the backfiring is a very common occurance with the Savage. I'm sure there's a mechanical reason why, but I'd never get it right if I explained it.

However, with a little practice, you'll get a "feel" for when she might backfire and can either throttle up a bit or shift up, depending on your circumstances. For the most part, mine almost never backfires any more because I can "sense" it coming and alter my riding.

Typically, the time when the backfiring occurs (at least on my bike), is when I roll off the throttle and I'm using the engine to slow the bike down, or I just slow down and coast from highway speeds without downshifting. ..

On another note, my son "backfires" fairly frequently too, but I love him and I'll keep him anyway...

10-09-2004, 03:31 PM	#1 (permalink)
Firefighter Newbie Joined: Oct 2004 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 6	Suzuki Savage backfiring ?! Hey guys, I know this is typicas of the Savage, but is there a way to get the backfiring to stop? I have a '98 Savage 650 and it has a Supertrapp aftermarket exhaust on it, and new jet kit for the carb. I just bought the bike, and the guy just had this done a few months ago. The bike has 3200 miles on it. It runs great, but just some backfiring. Thanks, Tim

10-09-2004, 07:57 PM	#4 (permalink)
Madura Puddle Runner Joined: Aug 2004 Location: Orlandon't Posts: 384	When the collector rusts and fresh air gets in, it causes backfiring. I know that much. Som maybe your aftermarket slip-on isn't sealed and lets in air? I also may be completely out to lunch. __________________ I said Madura, not Marauder.

10-09-2004, 08:02 PM	#5 (permalink)
Bluejeans Clunked into first gear Joined: Aug 2004 Location: Maine Posts: 226	Actually, the backfiring is a very common occurance with the Savage. I'm sure there's a mechanical reason why, but I'd never get it right if I explained it. However, with a little practice, you'll get a "feel" for when she might backfire and can either throttle up a bit or shift up, depending on your circumstances. For the most part, mine almost never backfires any more because I can "sense" it coming and alter my riding. Typically, the time when the backfiring occurs (at least on my bike), is when I roll off the throttle and I'm using the engine to slow the bike down, or I just slow down and coast from highway speeds without downshifting. .. On another note, my son "backfires" fairly frequently too, but I love him and I'll keep him anyway... __________________ There are 10 kinds of people...those who know binary and those who don't ------- 1995 Intruder VS800 - Black w/blue metallic flake 2003 Savage - Teal Green

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10-09-2004, 05:44 PM	#2 (permalink)
Va bene Savage Riders Rock Joined: Sep 2004 Bike: Suzuki Savage LS 650 Location: Dandelion Alley Posts: 255	Backfiring is VERY typical for the Savage. There have been a lot of discussions about it at www.suzukisavage.com. If you go through the old topics, you will see ones about jetting, exhausts etc... There is one in particular about backfiring. If I can find it I'll post a followup with a link straight to the backfiring topic. I hope you enjoy your Savage. I love mine!

10-09-2004, 05:50 PM	#3 (permalink)
Va bene Savage Riders Rock Joined: Sep 2004 Bike: Suzuki Savage LS 650 Location: Dandelion Alley Posts: 255	I found the topic I mentioned above. Here is a link to it: Savage Backfiring Topic Hope it helps!

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