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Old 07-23-2005, 12:42 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Join Date: Jul 2005
Bike: 1986 RM250
Location: Wyoming
Posts: 6
Default A couple questions about 86 RM250

I just got this bike two weeks ago, had to wait on some parts to fix it. Parts are in and leaks are fixed. Anyways. I cant seem to get the bike to idle. I constantly have to hit the throttle so it will not die. It gets a little better at staying running after about 5 minutes of warming up, but will not stay idling.

Also i think my back shock needs to be aired up. Can someone tell me how to go about this. I adjusted the spring nut up as it was a little soft for me. But the rebound of the shock seems slow.

Thanks for you help!