Troubleshooting a Two-Stroke Motorcycle Engine

Introduction

A two-stroke motorcycle engine is an internal combustion engine that finishes the thermodynamic cycle in two movements. The thermodynamic cycle is a procedure that takes an element through a cycle to form energy, such as heat from the combustion of fuel. A two-stoke motorcycle engine works because the start of the compression stoke and the ending of the combustion stoke are able to perform the intake and exhaust functions at the same time. Because a two-stroke motorcycle engine runs on fuel, air and sparks, most problems with your engine will come from these parts.

Possible Engine Problems

When troubleshooting a two-stroke motorcycle engine, look over the motorcycle's engine and check out any obvious problems that may persist. While looking at the engine, make sure all electrical connections are tight and there's nothing loose or hanging out in the engine. It's essential to ensure your engine has power and there's fuel in the tank. Think about the problem your two-stoke motorcycle engine is having, and attempt to link the parts and accessories in the engine.

Inspection

There are many tests you can do on your engine to determine any problems. First, remove the hose from your tank and be certain the fuel is flowing correctly. Look down the tank and make sure there's no rusting or dirt in the tank. Next, remove the spark plugs and inspect each one. Every spark plug in your engine should look exactly the same. If any of your spark plugs look white, then it's not getting enough fuel and must be replaced. If a spark plug looks black, it's getting too much fuel and must be replaced as well. Put back all spark plugs in the two-stroke engine and crank the bike repeatedly to ensure they're sparking. If any of the sparks appear weak or there's no spark at all, replace them.