m1000 wont start when its cold!!!please help!!!

[DVAST8R]

my m1000 will not start when its cold.. if i shut it off let it cool for like half hour it will start but its like the power valves stick open when it sits outside for a bit cuz when i start it it smokes sooooo bad and drips oil out of the pipe.. but put it in the shop for a few hours then it runs good... also throwing no codes.just cleaned my power valves and they were not that bad.... also need some clutch adjustment suggestions cuz it seems like it bounces off the rev limitor before i get up to speen any help would be appreciated thank you

 

[TROLLCAT]

my m8 was doing the same thing the oil pump was sticking the lever on the pump check it when its cold see if its sticking below the throttle bodies

 

[macronut]

Check the clear tube (white arrow pointing to it) for blockage. It can lead to bad running engine kinda makes your sled run sick like it has the flu if this tube is plugged! Clear it out by removing and blowing the tube out with air. Re route the tube under your intake boot if possible. If water traps in it or ice your sled will run sick! It regulates your sled for barometric pressure changes (Auto adjusting Tuning)

 

[Sledpiggy]

What fuel are you running? Those sleds like regular fuel - not premium!!

 

[macronut]

What fuel are you running? Those sleds like regular fuel - not premium!!

X2- 87 will suffice

 

[DVAST8R]

awesome thanx for the help guys.. the sled runs awesome on premium but i did not realize they like reg better so i will try it next tank.. clear tube was not clogged but i cleaned it out anyways to eliminate that. but im gonna look at the oil pump im sure thats what it is thanx for the info!!!! is it easy to acess or take apart and clean as i will try it tonight. thx. also i just got this sled there is no clamps connecting air box to the carbs is this normal?

 

[TROLLCAT]

I put a stiffer spring on mine , arctic cat recomends you replace the pump,if there is an issue with pump. Look between the throttle bodies and work the the thumb lever check the pump to see if it's closing the hole way poke the lever with a screw driver mine would stay about a third of the way open

 

[glengine]

awesome thanx for the help guys.. the sled runs awesome on premium but i did not realize they like reg better so i will try it next tank.. clear tube was not clogged but i cleaned it out anyways to eliminate that. but im gonna look at the oil pump im sure thats what it is thanx for the info!!!! is it easy to acess or take apart and clean as i will try it tonight. thx. also i just got this sled there is no clamps connecting air box to the carbs is this normal?

Yes you are correct that there isnt supposed to be any clamps there. Also you were looking for clutching stuff. What year M1000 and what do you have done to it? I run one and it rips.

 

[1badhusky]

Do you guys run regular fuel even in modded m1000s?

I've got an 09 w/ can/ypipe/intake and a pcv. Just curious as to fuel recommendations - I've been using premium - seems to run fine.

 

[glengine]

Do you guys run regular fuel even in modded m1000s?

I've got an 09 w/ can/ypipe/intake and a pcv. Just curious as to fuel recommendations - I've been using premium - seems to run fine.

I run prem with a couple gallons of vp c111 per tank just because i have put a 3 degree timing key in mine. But i can also tell if i have to much vp in it cause it wont run as well. I dont see why you would need prem as you have not upped your compression or timing.

 

[DVAST8R]

rk tec dd.piped.after market head.. i think its set up for the mountains...thats what the guy said who i bought it from.. its a 2008. i dont mountain ride much so i would like to clutch it for around my home trails.. also my plugs are a bit white so im guessing i have to shorten my linkage to the oil pump. how many turns should i go?? this web site is great for newbies like me it is very motivating thanks for the help!!

 

[DVAST8R]

back to the clamps issue where the airbox connects to the carb i have not had it apart to look at it yet but it looks like air can go through there eaisly is this the case? if so whats the point of an air filter

 

[glengine]

rk tec dd.piped.after market head.. i think its set up for the mountains...thats what the guy said who i bought it from.. its a 2008. i dont mountain ride much so i would like to clutch it for around my home trails.. also my plugs are a bit white so im guessing i have to shorten my linkage to the oil pump. how many turns should i go?? this web site is great for newbies like me it is very motivating thanks for the help!!

If your plugs are abit white i wouldn't be adjusting the oil pump, i would adjust the fuel controller. When plugs get whiteish like that it usually means that it's running lean(not enough fuel). With an aftermarket head on it your fuel requirements will be different than stock, it all depends on what compression ratio the domes are. Do you know what domes are in it? What angle is the helix in the RK tek sec clutch kit?

 

[glengine]

back to the clamps issue where the airbox connects to the carb i have not had it apart to look at it yet but it looks like air can go through there eaisly is this the case? if so whats the point of an air filter

The boot going from the airbox to the throttle bodies just slips over the throttle bodies, and does not use any clamps. They also dont use an air filter. Just the screens at the top(stock intake) on the hood. And they are to keep snow out. The reason for ne real air filter persay is that there is no dirt or dust in the winter time.

 

[DVAST8R]

ok i adjusted oil pump already but i will have to put it back how it was... i have a boondocker so the fule adjustment will be easy thanx for the info. i don know anything about the head or clutch i will have to do some investigating and get back thanks alot:d

 

[DVAST8R]

ok this 1000 is so frustratingi it will not start cold!!!!nothing!!!put it in shop than its fine..checked oil pump it is returing back to nuetral.. when it sits outside overnight when i go to try n fire it up the throttle cable is stuck and then it will break free with a little more force..like the throttle bodies are frozen or something..i drained all the gas put new gas same thing.. is it possible for the injectors to freeze shut or something this things got me almost regretting buying it!! hope someone has some ideas

 

[DVAST8R]

also this track size is a 153 the track is worn out badly what should i buy for a new one?

 

[glengine]

put some isopropyl alcohol in the fuel as there might be some water in the fuel that freezes. Also it could be the throttle safety switch in the handle bars.

 

[macronut]

ok this 1000 is so frustratingi it will not start cold!!!!nothing!!!put it in shop than its fine..checked oil pump it is returing back to nuetral.. when it sits outside overnight when i go to try n fire it up the throttle cable is stuck and then it will break free with a little more force..like the throttle bodies are frozen or something..i drained all the gas put new gas same thing.. is it possible for the injectors to freeze shut or something this things got me almost regretting buying it!! hope someone has some ideas

My 1000 and 800 are outside shed stored in all weather temps. Both start at -30 no problems other than a couple extra pulls! Check your cables from lever to throttle bodies for kinks, re route them if you have to ( zip ties) I use a spray oil lube to shoot inside the cable and my telescopic steering post, the stuff works instantly to free up cables and steering post! Maybe because your throttle is sticking it wont start, might have something to do with your throttle position sensor as well.... Not sure if this will help you but worth a shot! Good luck and post your results please~

 

[macronut]

also this track size is a 153 the track is worn out badly what should i buy for a new one?

How beat up is this sled. I thought it was newly purchased from a dealer?