i was hoping somebody from edmonton could help me with my 2007 lx 150 and also my vbb
the lx is my main priority , i stored it over the winter and now i tried starting it and it wont start ,i made the mistake of not adding fuel stabilizer, i was told i probably have to clean out my carb but i dont know how
i really hope somebody in edmonton can help me ,i do not want to bring it to top gear
they already riped me off
the scooter is at my place ,on 90st 113 ave
please call if you can help
780-8877592
thanks
tino
2007 vespa lx 150 wont start and 1963 vbb wont start
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2007 vespa lx 150 wont start and 1963 vbb wont start
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coyoteran
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The lx is a 4 stroke so no built in fuel stabilizer. As to the gas going bad, I am the worst for wintering my ET4 (same engine). No full gas tank, no stabilizer, leave the battery in. In the spring I just check the tire pressure, make sure the electrics and brakes work, hop on and ride. All that to say, I don't think the fuel would be the issue as the L.E.A.D.E.R engine is not as prone to those types of difficulties as your two stroke.
1. Did you overfill the tank? There is an evap cannister that, if it gets fuel in it, the bike won't start. And if it does start, it runs very poorly.
2. Check the backside of the airbox. Is the air intake pipe still firmly attached to the airbox. It needs to be as the vaccuum generated by that pipe is what turns the fuel tap on. No vaccuum, no fuel, no start.
3. Check the connection of the spark plug wire to the plug. It is notoriously weak and mine pops off as a matter of routine. Usually after I jump the bike off a curve but it has done it on flats as well.
And finally, I don't want to insult your intelligence but I have to ask.....
1. Are you pulling in the break lever when you hit the ignition switch and
2. Is the kill switch accidentally in the kill position.
Those last two things have tricked more modern scooterists than I care to admit...(raises hand)
Good luck.
Trevor
1. Did you overfill the tank? There is an evap cannister that, if it gets fuel in it, the bike won't start. And if it does start, it runs very poorly.
2. Check the backside of the airbox. Is the air intake pipe still firmly attached to the airbox. It needs to be as the vaccuum generated by that pipe is what turns the fuel tap on. No vaccuum, no fuel, no start.
3. Check the connection of the spark plug wire to the plug. It is notoriously weak and mine pops off as a matter of routine. Usually after I jump the bike off a curve but it has done it on flats as well.
And finally, I don't want to insult your intelligence but I have to ask.....
1. Are you pulling in the break lever when you hit the ignition switch and
2. Is the kill switch accidentally in the kill position.
Those last two things have tricked more modern scooterists than I care to admit...(raises hand)
Good luck.
Trevor
Vy is it vee get too soon olt and too late schmart?
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LibertineAudrey
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Hey Tino,
I tried giving you a ring back today, but got no answer. The robotic lady at the other end also informed me to suggest that you set up your voice-mail account so that people can leave you voice-mail messages.
I personally think thats a bit of fluff, I usually regret listening to my voice-mails. That said though, who am I to question the authority of the phone companies?
Anyways, I won't be much help with your scooter issues. I pretty much just know how to ride them, and even that is highly questionable most of the time.
It looks like some of the other people in the club have offered some suggestions for you, and I'm sure we would all be happy to see you out at a meeting to discuss any questions you might have further.
Hope to see you soon, and good luck with getting your scoots running again.
Cheers,
Audrey
I tried giving you a ring back today, but got no answer. The robotic lady at the other end also informed me to suggest that you set up your voice-mail account so that people can leave you voice-mail messages.
I personally think thats a bit of fluff, I usually regret listening to my voice-mails. That said though, who am I to question the authority of the phone companies?
Anyways, I won't be much help with your scooter issues. I pretty much just know how to ride them, and even that is highly questionable most of the time.
It looks like some of the other people in the club have offered some suggestions for you, and I'm sure we would all be happy to see you out at a meeting to discuss any questions you might have further.
Hope to see you soon, and good luck with getting your scoots running again.
Cheers,
Audrey
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I can't personally help you fix it but I can suggest going on line to buy the mechanical guide for the LX150. You can purchase same on the Haynes web site or ebay often sells cheaper copies.
I bought one for my LX50 and they work great. You should be able to read along and do it yourself from there. There are troubleshooting sections with lots of pictures that walk you through things. I have also seen on-line free guides ... if you google "vespa LX150 troubleshooting" it may bring up adobe documents that you can print for free.
One thing to note that in cold weather, it is really common for the vespa's not to start well, if at all. I am told fuel stabilizer may help and placing a heater by the bike to warm it up.
You might also have to drain the gas in the tank if its old as you would be surprised how much of a difference it makes.
Good luck!
I bought one for my LX50 and they work great. You should be able to read along and do it yourself from there. There are troubleshooting sections with lots of pictures that walk you through things. I have also seen on-line free guides ... if you google "vespa LX150 troubleshooting" it may bring up adobe documents that you can print for free.
One thing to note that in cold weather, it is really common for the vespa's not to start well, if at all. I am told fuel stabilizer may help and placing a heater by the bike to warm it up.
You might also have to drain the gas in the tank if its old as you would be surprised how much of a difference it makes.
Good luck!