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**sdm_9999** · 10-07-2018, 11:00 PM

Re: Yamaha Gladiator(All)

Originally posted by ashwinprakas View Post

Since the Motorcycle had a few years on the clock have you factored in the possibility of an air leak?

Good point. Forgot to mention that I had new carburettor installed when I overhauled the whole thing at the beginning of the year. So that should not be the case. However, I will still run this idea through him

Thanks for responding.

Soumyajit

**ashwinprakas** · 10-07-2018, 11:04 PM

Re: Yamaha Gladiator(All)

Originally posted by sdm_9999 View Post

Good point. Forgot to mention that I had new carburettor installed when I overhauled the whole thing at the beginning of the year. So that should not be the case. However, I will still run this idea through him

Thanks for responding.

Soumyajit

That's a good call, but what about the manifold O Ring and the manifold itself. We recently changed those on a CBZ Xtreme that was facing air leaks and the issue resolved instantly.

Over time such consumables give out especially as they come in close contact with gasoline.

**B7ACKTHORN** · 10-08-2018, 12:17 AM

Re: Yamaha Gladiator(All)

Originally posted by sdm_9999 View Post

I own a 2008 model Yamaha Gladiator since 2011. Has been my trusted companion for many rides and still going strong. At the beginning of the year, got it completely looked at by my mechanic friend and was working like a charm until last week. Had some minor things done and he set the carburettor one more time, that's it. But since then, my one kick bike is sometimes taking 10-12 kicks to start, especially in traffic.

When waiting at a signal, engine dies and starting it up is a pain. But once it starts, it runs like the devil. Even my friend with his encyclopedic knowledge of bikes can't quite figure out the issue. Carburettor settings we have already looked at but no dice. Any idea?

Thanks,
Soumyajit

If the intake carburettor rubber manifold are not properly seated or the bands not torqued adequately, this will cause low pressure in the intake which means the engine sucks in more air and the RPM raises uncontrollably, it is dangerous to ride as no amount of throttle control would control the erratic and high RPM.

1. Check the rubber manifolds carburettor to engine and air filer box to carburettor
2. Make sure the carburettor is seated properly on both the manifolds and check if the choke cable is routed properly. A kink in the choke cable would mean it would be hard to start and the engine has a mind of its own.
3. Tighten all the manifold bands to make sure the caburettor is snug and perfectly fit.

Keep your observations posted.

Cheers!
VJ

**sdm_9999** · 10-08-2018, 01:18 AM

Re: Yamaha Gladiator(All)

Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post

If the intake carburettor rubber manifold are not properly seated or the bands not torqued adequately, this will cause low pressure in the intake which means the engine sucks in more air and the RPM raises uncontrollably, it is dangerous to ride as no amount of throttle control would control the erratic and high RPM.

1. Check the rubber manifolds carburettor to engine and air filer box to carburettor
2. Make sure the carburettor is seated properly on both the manifolds and check if the choke cable is routed properly. A kink in the choke cable would mean it would be hard to start and the engine has a mind of its own.
3. Tighten all the manifold bands to make sure the caburettor is snug and perfectly fit.

Keep your observations posted.

Cheers!
VJ

Thanks to both you and Aswin for your valuable input

Just came back from friend's garage and had a lengthy discussion. He rejected the idea of air leakage and his decision seems to be well founded. There is no erratic RPM, he said there is a particular sound the bike makes when there is air leakage and there is no such sound. Also, as I noted earlier, the bike runs perfectly once it starts, like there is no issue at all with anything. I have been riding it for 7 years so I notice even the slightest issues, there is none

Good news is that he might have gone to the root of the problem, the battery. A new battery was installed in January and currently, it is not working properly. While neutral light, indicator and other paraphernalia work, the self-start does not. He suspected some that the issue might be due to the faulty battery. He removed the battery connection and now the bike starts with exactly 2 kicks each time at random intervals between the starts (i.e. during a commute, stopping at a shop etc.). Tried about 10 or 12 times, 2 kicks each time

He has a used battery at his disposal and tomorrow he will experiment by putting it in. Fingers crossed.

Once again, thanks for the valuable input.

Soumyajit

**B7ACKTHORN** · 10-08-2018, 12:12 PM

Re: Yamaha Gladiator(All)

Originally posted by sdm_9999 View Post

Thanks to both you and Aswin for your valuable input

Just came back from friend's garage and had a lengthy discussion. He rejected the idea of air leakage and his decision seems to be well founded. There is no erratic RPM, he said there is a particular sound the bike makes when there is air leakage and there is no such sound. Also, as I noted earlier, the bike runs perfectly once it starts, like there is no issue at all with anything. I have been riding it for 7 years so I notice even the slightest issues, there is none

Soumyajit

Do keep your observations posted. Would be interested to know what the problem exactly was and the solution. Do get your starter relay checked in the process.

Cheers!
VJ

**sdm_9999** · 10-08-2018, 03:19 PM

Re: Yamaha Gladiator(All)

Originally posted by B7ACKTHORN View Post

Do keep your observations posted. Would be interested to know what the problem exactly was and the solution. Do get your starter relay checked in the process.

Cheers!
VJ

Floated the idea to him. He said it is worth checking and he will do it. Will keep everyone posted

Soumyajit

**bobisbacktorock** · 01-29-2019, 02:42 AM

Re: Yamaha Gladiator(All)

For everyone who complained about HARD Gear shifts. A video addressing the issue.

https://youtu.be/POygc8hfp9Y

**nitishlaghate** · 02-09-2019, 12:04 AM

Re: Yamaha Gladiator(All)

Hi guys, new to this forum. I own a Gladiator RS 2008 model. My carburetor air screw is stuck. Tried WD40 several times, but all in vain. Can anyone suggest me any solution? Also is the air screw available online on any site?

**Tush11** · 02-09-2019, 02:43 AM

Re: Yamaha Gladiator(All)

search safexbikes.com for the pilot fuel screw,or order one from your local spares store/ order carb repair kit,it comes from a company called natco,and you'll be done,if u try too hard on the pilot screw,it can break,it has a fine pointed tip

**Tush11** · 02-09-2019, 02:45 AM

Re: Yamaha Gladiator(All)

washers are very important and their order of fitment,when closing the screw,never tighten it fully,just hand tight

**Tush11** · 02-09-2019, 02:46 AM

Re: Yamaha Gladiator(All)

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**nitishlaghate** · 02-09-2019, 08:48 AM

Re: Yamaha Gladiator(All)

Originally posted by Tush11 View Post

https://safexbikes.com/productdetail...vhmeje8qzfrye1

Thanks a lot bro.

**Tush11** · 02-09-2019, 06:56 PM

Re: Yamaha Gladiator(All)

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**indigo110** · 05-01-2019, 05:18 PM

Re: Yamaha Gladiator(All)

Hi All,

Glad to see the thread is still alive.

I am using Gladiator since 2008. From last 2 years i am facing charging issue on this bike.

1. Recently i had changed the Battery and RR. For initial few days battery charge was good but from last few days looks like it is not getting charged.
The charging current around 12.5 to 13 V when idling and around 13.4 when accelerated. Can any one suggest what might be the issue?
My Daily run is around 10 KM sometimes 12 but not more than that.

2.Can we install after market Speedometer like this in Gladiator. What functionality we can use if we will be able to use this.
I had asked one of the local mechanic and he said it will be useless as even back light will not work for this.

Thanks!

**OCTO** · 11-03-2019, 07:40 PM

Re: Yamaha Gladiator(All)

Originally posted by Tush11 View Post

https://safexbikes.com/productdetail...vhmeje8qzfrye1

Thank you so much brother for the link. I have been roaming around like crazy for the spare parts, this really helps.

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