At temp bike running high rpm

When i crank my gl1000 it idles at @950, normal. After I ride it for a bit the idle rpms increase to around 2500-3000. What could cause this??


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Does the throttle actuate smoothly? Could it be slightly sticking? Have you ever lubed up the throttle cable?

New cables, freshly rebuilt carbs


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Check the linkage.
If the left bank isn't returning to idle position it will do this.

Ok, just make sure they move freely??


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Ok, just make sure they move freely??

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Yes, push back lightly toward seated position and see if there's any movement.

Ok thanks. I hate being new at this stuff


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Just takes some time fiddling and watching what thinks do.

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Bladequarter » Thu Mar 26, 2015 8:12 pm[/url]":5w4xhbdv]
When i crank my gl1000 it idles at @950, normal. After I ride it for a bit the idle rpms increase to around 2500-3000. What could cause this??


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Did you clean the C/V slides with any type of cleaner other than CRC or carb cleaner. I had this happen and the c/v wen't returning to the bottom from 1 sticking pulling the others along. 40 cal brass barrel cleaner inside and wipe the males down really well. Hope this helps . :hi:

C/V slides??


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Yes the slides under those dome tops on the carbs.

Oh ok, ill check


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Check the idle adjustment screw. Will cause fast idle at start and as it worms up rpm goes up

Oh and I don't recall seeing any mention of the choke. Are you pushing that all the way back in after it warms? Is it in fact returning when you push the control back?

The choke is in, and rhe idle is correct until the temp gauge shows in the "normal"operating temp range . But i think i have it fixed. It quit doing it yesterday after i ran for 100 miles with carb cleaner in gas. Only today will tell.


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Well, looks like i have to replace the head gaskets as well, the left one is leaking badly.. Sigh..


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Ahh well they lasted 30+ years can't complain too much.

Nope, not complaining. Glad i own her matter of fact. Its just aggravating. Lolz. Thats what i get for buying a bike older than me. I love. It though


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There aren't any wings older than me! :smilie_happy: :head bang: :thanks: for the laugh.

Lolz


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