Engine starting and idling problem.

Hi Friends,

I am facing a new issue with my bike (Pulsar 180 UGIII). When using electric start the engine starts with much delay sometimes it starts in one crank else it takes a lot more. kick starting drains me out. if neither of them work i have to push start it. I dont face this problem using electric start once engine warms up, but the kick start still does not help.

Once the engine starts the idle does not stabilize even once the engine warms up. have tried adjusting the screw on the carb but no luck.

Please suggest what can be the problem.

Thanks

Re: Engine starting and idling problem.

Since you mentioned difficulty in starting and unstable idling
It can be due to lean afr or improper valve clearance.
If valve clearance is not right then you will lose compression
Does your kick feels too light and easy to kick ???
If it does then get the valve clearance adjusted.
If it seems ok then try tuning the bike to richer mixture..

And also check both the spark plugs for fouling...
Hope this helps.....

Help with new Pulsar 180

I bought a new pulsar 180 three days ago. After reading the owner's manual, i still wasnt clear on the running in procedure.

Someone please give a detailed description of engine run-in. And also when should i change the engine oil, brake oil and coolant?

Re: Engine starting and idling problem.

Apart from AFR, review the battery! Take it to a battery shop and check if it reads the correct voltage - without load, while cranking and after engine start.

This is due to improper AFR setting or highly adulterated fuel.

***First aid***

1. Clean Spark plugs and adjust gap or replace if the plugs haven't been changed for a while.
2. Clean air filter or replace if it hasn't been changed for a while.
3. Clean the carb in and out.
4. Adjust the AFR - ideally it would be 2.75 to 3.25 turns outwards from '0'.

Good luck!

Re: Engine starting and idling problem.

Thanks for the inputs. how to check for TDC. Please upload pic if possible.

Re: Bajaj Pulsar 180 (All Versions)

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Re: Bajaj Pulsar 180 (All Versions)

Fellow xbhp'Ian's
I got few question for fellow pulsar180 owners.

1. Is the pulsar 180 suffer from the false gear shifting problem
2. How long does the engine of the machine last after taking precise care of the engine.
3.what is the mileage people get with this machine.
4.Any other things to be noticed

Thank you

it is not always about CC but also about mileage...

Re: Engine starting and idling problem.



1. Are you referring to false neutral? Either ways this happens when the clutch plates are worn or the cable isn't adjusted appropriately.
2. Many people under the 'taking care of the engine' has differently. While you may take care by changing oil regularly, other may wash it regularly and change oil regularly. It depends. However, in all good terms, the engine should be comfortably take all abusing at least for 30,000kms.
3. Depends on carb tuning and riding style. Average = 40kmpl - 45kmpl
4. Please be specific on what you want to be noticed

Re: Engine starting and idling problem.

hi frnds, waitin.... for inputs on TDC

Re: Engine starting and idling problem.

All UG4 pulsar don't suffer from that issue anymore.

With good care it can last upto 1.5lac km. You can rebuild the engine then and use it for another 1.5 lac km.

~45kmpl

Boobs of rakhi sawant.

We would know nothing about 'Test Donkey Clone'.

Re: Help with new Pulsar 180

1. Get the servicing done at 500kms with oil change and later at an interval of 3000kms.

2. Regarding the running in...

a) Do not rip the vehicle for atleast 3500 kms.

b) Do not cross the 3k rpm in any gear for first 750 kms.

c) Do not cross the 4k rpm in any gear for the next 750 kms.

Re: Bajaj Pulsar 180 (All Versions)

the 'false shifting' u mentioned is common in many bikes. while going over from 1st to 2nd, it goes to neutral. This is not an issue.
While going over from 4th to 5th , if not shifted properly it slips into a 'false-neutral' . Also common in bikes. Sometimes, if not shifted properly going over from 4th to 5th , it slips back to 4th ! this is also quite common . If u shift gears properly, you wont face any of these issues. the gear shifting in newer pulsars have improved. They are smoother. You can expect it to deliver an economy of 40-45kmpl. 45-50kmpl if maintained well. I used to get 50-55kmpl in the beginning.
Get the bike serviced regularly in 'good' ASC's(mentioned 'good' because servicing in some asc's is poor) or expert mechanics. If engine is maintained well, You can expect it to serve u well for over 1 lakh kms.

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Do not cross 50kmph till the first service. Later, until u've clocked 2500-3000kms , do not cross 60-65kmph. for the 1st time change the engine oil at 750 kms or 30 days(whichever earlier) . Thereafter change engine oil at intervals of 2500-3000kms . The manual mentions a drain period of 10000 kms and top-up frequency of 5000 kms ! No engine oil would last that long. Brake oil- whenever it dips below the min level. Pulsar 180 is air-cooled. There isn't any coolant.

Re: Bajaj Pulsar 180 (All Versions)

Are there very few p180 owners compared to p220,r15,p200ns,etc?? If so, then why?

Because, p180 is my first bike, and since the last 10 months what i have noticed is:

1) It has sufficient power for Indian roads, in traffic as well as while crusing, you can compete tail to tail with any of the other bikes mentioned above.

2) Better Fuel Economy

3) Has a Definitely Male Engine..!!!

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I also have wandered about this thing. The reply is that,the pulsar is not updated with any of it's look and technology for more than 2years except facial up lift.

So nobody wants to go with the last Gen products while the next Gen is already knocking at the doors

If u feel wrong then please enlightened me

it is not always about CC but also about kmpl

Re: Bajaj Pulsar 180 (All Versions)

Thats true, but the last gen pulsar doesnt really look old, or outdated...!!

Regarding the technology part, our pulsars work just fine with ample of power and efficiency along with a better kmpl than the technologically advanced engines.

And they also have all the necessary features which we need...its just that they are not marketed, because 200ns has been launched...!