What to Do When a Motorcycle Fails to Start Due to Flooded Cylinder?

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Rodrigues
07/28/25 7:18pm
Simply remove the spark plug, dry the gasoline on the spark plug, press the electric start to expel the gasoline from the cylinder, and then reinstall the spark plug to start the vehicle. Here are the detailed steps: 1. Flooded Cylinder: When the motorcycle falls over, some gasoline from the carburetor will flow out through the vent hole, while some will enter the cylinder. When attempting to start the bike after lifting it, too much gasoline in the cylinder can cause flooding, preventing the engine from starting. 2. Change the Engine Oil: The engine sound usually remains unchanged. If the engine sound changes, check if gasoline has entered the engine oil when the bike was overturned. Replacing the engine oil will solve the problem.
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