Buddy 170i jerking in low speeds
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Buddy 170i jerking in low speeds
Hi, I perused the site for a long time and couldn't find anything, so please excuse me if this has been answered. Perhaps I used the wrong keywords.
I just bought a used 2013 170i with 2100 miles on it in excellent condition. The thing is when I am at a stop and accelerate, the scooter "jerks" for 1 second then is smooth sailing thereafter. This only happens from 0-10MPH.
Is this common or is there some issue/problem forthcoming? Thanks so much.
I just bought a used 2013 170i with 2100 miles on it in excellent condition. The thing is when I am at a stop and accelerate, the scooter "jerks" for 1 second then is smooth sailing thereafter. This only happens from 0-10MPH.
Is this common or is there some issue/problem forthcoming? Thanks so much.
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That's fairly normal for cvt's. Most of your transmission is a belt that gets squeezed between two pulleys. You could always pull the cover off and look at it just to make sure the belt isn't obviously damaged, but at 2100 miles it should be fine.
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Thanks! Interesting note on the octane. The previous owner said to only use the cheap stuff after I mentioned I would use 91 because the engine is so small (I have a SMART CAR and 91 oct is required). He said the high oct might ruin the engine. Slowly learning about the scooter life...but loads of fun!
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You folks with the grabby clutches could try "bedding" them. I've used this technique before on my Yager when the clutch got grabby. I've only had to do it twice in 10K, but the symptoms were as described, the bike would accelerate slightly, jerk, the revs dipped a bit and them the rest of the acceleration was normal. Anyway, read first and ask questions if the instruction seems unclear.
Start the motor and allow it to warm up. Prior to the bedding, mount the bike and take it off the stand. Grab a handful of rear brake and put it in tight. Roll on the throttle for at least 5 seconds, then close the throttle. I've heard of 15 seconds but I find that extreme and could overheat the clutch. Release the brake and allow the bike to idle for about another 15 seconds. Shut it down and allow about 15 minutes for the clutch to cool. Test drive and see if the clutch is still grabby.
Start the motor and allow it to warm up. Prior to the bedding, mount the bike and take it off the stand. Grab a handful of rear brake and put it in tight. Roll on the throttle for at least 5 seconds, then close the throttle. I've heard of 15 seconds but I find that extreme and could overheat the clutch. Release the brake and allow the bike to idle for about another 15 seconds. Shut it down and allow about 15 minutes for the clutch to cool. Test drive and see if the clutch is still grabby.
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I just did this and my clutch is smoother. Sweet trick you have there.az_slynch wrote:You folks with the grabby clutches could try "bedding" them. I've used this technique before on my Yager when the clutch got grabby. I've only had to do it twice in 10K, but the symptoms were as described, the bike would accelerate slightly, jerk, the revs dipped a bit and them the rest of the acceleration was normal. Anyway, read first and ask questions if the instruction seems unclear.
Start the motor and allow it to warm up. Prior to the bedding, mount the bike and take it off the stand. Grab a handful of rear brake and put it in tight. Roll on the throttle for at least 5 seconds, then close the throttle. I've heard of 15 seconds but I find that extreme and could overheat the clutch. Release the brake and allow the bike to idle for about another 15 seconds. Shut it down and allow about 15 minutes for the clutch to cool. Test drive and see if the clutch is still grabby.
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