I have a 1964 CL72. I've spent the last year restoring it. I had the engine professionally rebuilt, and I've been enjoying riding it for the past 3-4 weeks. It's been running smooth and I've had no problems until today. It rode fine for a few hours, then seemed to lose power going up a hill. It creeped back home, but then would die when I got down to first gear at a stop. It seems to idle fine in neutral, but as soon as I put it into first gear, it dies. The battery is charged, plenty of fuel, the plugs look a bit fouled though. Any thoughts of what I should check prior to pulling out the checkbook to pay someone else to diagnose it? Thanks for your help!
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1965 Honda CP77 — Ulsan Metro City, Rep. Korea
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Thanks for the advice. I spoke with my engine builder, and he suggested I first replace the spark plugs, even though I may have cleaned them up, they may still be shot - it's a cheap band-aid fix for now. I will also take a look at the other items you suggested. I did make some minor adjustments to the fuel settings already, and will take a look at the needle as well. Since the plugs were fouled looking, I assume new ones will quickly look the same unless I remedy the fuel issue. On the side of the carb body are the 2 adjustment screws. Which one is the air/fuel screw? One is tucked in and almost flush with the carb body, while the other sticks out somewhat. The books I have don't show enough detail for me to tell which is which. I'll have to hunt for LM's posting concerning clipping the plug wires, since I have no idea what purpose that may serve, but I'll take your word that it could be a fix too. Thanks for your help! If anyone else has additional thoughts, I'd love to hear them.
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