Honda Spree and Elite 50 Forums

Ok Jerry, one last question. I'm finally begining to see some light through that pinhole. Its very faint though and have to kind of tilt the carb while shinning a flashlight from bottom until I can see some light. Question is, is it still clogged slightly or is this normal? In other words should I a...

Thanks, Jerry. I will try that.

I don't think it replaceable as the idle circuit/tube appears to be part of the main carb body. I might try soaking it as you suggested. Thanks for the info.

Jerry, First of all, thanks for your advice here. I removed the carb (third time now, getting tired of doing this, allthough I'm learning a lot here), removed the bowl and placed a light underneath the carb as you said. Light was coming throught the main jet and choke valve. I noticed the pinhole yo...

Jerry, I agree with what you say. However, after pulling out the choke today per the tip from noiseguy, the bike was starting up and idling fine. This is the first time since I got the bike that I was able to get it to do this. Perhaps my problem is a combo of a malfunctioning choke and dirty idle c...

I'd be willing to try to make a logo. I'm not a pro at it, but it would be something to do. I need a pic of a spree to start with (I'd use mine but the covers are off because I'm working on it). If anyone has one, email it to my address in my profile.

Ok, I think I will email. I take it you cannot disassemle it and clean it? I found this link http://www.scootertherapy.com/nqchokepage.html showing a pic with the choke disassembled. I afraid if I try I'll distroy the plastic housing. Too bad, I'd like to go riding today.

Noiseguy,

You were correct. I pulled screws and the retaining ring for the choke and it is idling. My next question is, can the choke be cleaned or does it have to be replaced? If its replacing, do you know where I could buy a new one? (besides Honda)

Thanks. I will try. One other question, do you think compression could have anything to do with my problem? I haven't tested because I don't have a compression gauge.

Sorry for post in general forum, meant to post in the tech forum.

Noiseguy, This is pretty cool. Since this is a brand new board, I'd like to take opportunity to bring up the ongoing problem with my 86 Spree. First of all, the problem: IT WILL NOT IDLE. It will start up fine and will run as long as throttle is being applied. I have driven it about 30 miles, up and...