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Hi, Im new to this forum thing, I have just bought a wr250f and am struggling with the starting technique
Does anyone know if there is anything I cando to make it easier to start ?
Thanks.
Paul

Fit electric start... Comes in verry handy out on the lanes

Can that be done??

What year is your wr?
Im pritty sure 2003 onwards youcan.
Ill have a look for sure

Generally four stroke starting is with no throttle.
Take it to TDC,nice long hard swing and bingo.

If you flood it,turn off ignition.
Open throttle fully.
I/2 dozen kicks to clear it.
Then turn on ignition.
No throttle.
Good swing from TDC.

No its a 51 plate, so I dont think it can

Sorry then pal.. Just gona have build the old legs up...
Or get rid and get something with a button.

The technique i use with my wr400 is:

1. Push down the kickstart until you get compression.

2. Bring the kickstart to the top then (using de-comp lever for me) push the kickstart 1/4 stroke, just past TDC.

3. Then bring kickstart to the top and give it a mighty kick!

Hope it helps!

To put the piston in position to start try this:-

Put the bike in a gear (I use 2nd or 3rd)
Pull the bike back with the clutch fully home. This winds the crank backwards until the pistn is near TDC.
Select neutral.
Ignition on and choke if required (flooded if necessary)
Swinging kick and you're off (if all is well)

Otherwise find and buy a house/garage at the top of a hill.
Martyn

hi mate carnt you get a engine with electirc start on (from a newer bike and put that one in!!!) your bike

chers mick