can fuel injector cleaner be used

[scooterexpress]

the reason I ask is I had some fuel that was in the tank sitting there not even running the bike and I notice that when idling it wants to shutdown and after riding some I notice a little hesitation was thinking maybe I should use some fuel injector cleaner to get the gum out so to speak what you all think its a 2011 rts..no I haven't replaced spark plugs as of yet has only 20k on it but i'm sure its do but thinking of trading in this year.just looking for feedback or suggestions

ty,
jim

[Highwayman2013]

You could put some Seafoam in the gas. If it still doesn't run right the vacuum hoses on the throttle bodies could be bad. If the spark plugs have not been changed (due at 14,000) that could be it, also the spark plug wires go bad from the heat.

[Mazo EMS2]

I'm also a fan of Seafoam for this kinda thing. I use it in everything I own. It works well for seasonal stuff when it's "brought out" for the first start-up. It also does a good job as a maintainer I think. A few ounces in the tank every few tanks. It doesn't take much

[cognaccruiser]

Another vote for Seafoam here. Great product.

Gary

[Sam Mac]

Ditto on the Sea Foam. It's good but personally I like this stuff better. I also do not run gas with ethanol in any of my small engines or in anything that sits for any length of time because the ethanol absorbs moisture from the air and it eats rubber. Your results may vary. :yes:

https://www.google.com/?gws_rd=ssl#q=chevron+progard+injector+cleaner

[GunDoctor]

Run Sea Foam in my Motorhome


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[Bfromla]

When you can use Ethanol free gas as well.
http://www.pure-gas.org


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[Pampurrs]

This is a great question. I had never heard of Sea Foam until I read all the positive comments. I just ordered a gallon jug of it on Amazon.

Thanks for posting a very useful topic. :thumbup:

Pam

[jtoro1]

You could put some Seafoam in the gas. If it still doesn't run right the vacuum hoses on the throttle bodies could be bad. If the spark plugs have not been changed (due at 14,000) that could be it, also the spark plug wires go bad from the heat.

I agree the vacuum hoses are junk use silicone hoses

[Bob Denman]

Throw another vote on the pile for Sea Foam, new plugs and wires (contact Ron...), and new vacuum lines... :thumbup:

[Grayfox]

I use Sea Foam in every thing no matter what gas I use.

[Bob Denman]

I use Sea Foam in every thing no matter what gas I use.

:D You just HAD to mention gas... :roflblack:


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Spam, onions, and hash for dinner... :thumbup:

[Sam Mac]

:D You just HAD to mention gas... :roflblack:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KeTukiXerMo&feature=player_detailpage


Spam, onions, and hash for dinner... :thumbup:

Beer, Pickled Egg's and Peanut Butter. :roflblack:

[Jeriatric]

Good old MMO, been using it for years and in the 2011 Spyder for almost five years. Sometimes, old is good.

[Chupaca]

Sea foam works for me. Don't have the standing gas problem but have to deal with the ethanol. ..:banghead:

[Bob Denman]

Beer, Pickled Egg's and Peanut Butter. :roflblack:

:D I am SOOOOOOOOOO..... jealous right now!!! :clap::clap::clap: :bowdown::bowdown::bowdown::bowdown::bowdown::bowd own:

[Lew L]

This is a great question. I had never heard of Sea Foam until I read all the positive comments. I just ordered a gallon jug of it on Amazon.

Thanks for posting a very useful topic. :thumbup:

Pam


Pam,

You have saved about 15 cents per ounce of Sefoam ( which I have used for years). I do find the convience of a small can easier to handle than a gallon jug. Guess you could use a really small funnel to facilitate the transfer.

I didn't know Seafoam was sold in gallon jugs and am considering it.

Kaos

[M109Dreamer]

I used the small squeeze bottles from the dollar store. Come in packs of 3. I just put 5 oz of seafoam in it and take it with me to the gas station. Then I just throw it away when Im done.

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[jerpinoy]

Seafoam is used in boats, cars, and MC including :spyder2:.

[Pampurrs]

Pam,

You have saved about 15 cents per ounce of Sefoam <snip>

Kaos

128 x .15 = $19.20

Just sayin' ;)

Pam

[MrBones]

I thought with fuel injectors you did not have spark plugs! Guess I'm way behind.

[Naben]

Seafoam is used in boats, cars, and MC including :spyder2:.

I hve a bottle of Lucas oil I bought for my car. Is that good go use for the bike?

[Bob Denman]

I thought with fuel injectors you did not have spark plugs! Guess I'm way behind.
That would be diesel engines that lack spark plugs... and they pre-date you! :clap:

[PMK]

Sea Foam in the cars and pick up. Good stuff in that application.

I use Yamalube Fuel Med RX in each tank of fuel. Stops separation of the fuel and prevents corrosion.

If you ride a lot and go through fuel quickly it may not be needed, but as somewhat of weekend warriors, sometimes for different reasons the Spyder may not get run every weekend.

I have posted about the Fuel Med RX before, so a quick search should find more info.

Honestly, whether you run pump fuel or non ethanol, it is cheap insurance to add something. Cars are much less finicky than a motorcycle with FI.