XR250 problems

[KaptainKoolz]

In july i bought a 2001 xr250r, rode a couple of times, just easy 25 mile rides, but when i went with my friend for a serious 55 mile ride the bike started acting really wierd at about 45 miles. occasionally when i twisted the throttle(clutch in and out) the engine sounded really bogged down and even died a couple of times. unless i accelerated extremely smooth then the bike would choke and almost stall. this is my first XR and i am not very firmillar with the bike, so i dont know what might be wrong.

 

[76GMC1500]

Replace the plug, clean the carb.

 

[BadgerMan]

Replace the plug, clean the carb.

Clean the air filter. Oil it thoroughly with a proper filter oil. Let it set overnight before you install it.

 

[XMotoX]

I had a similar problem with my 02 XR250. I suggest you thoroughly clean the carb and you may need to adjust the fuel screw. I used 2 and 1/2 turns out from the bottom.

 

[uh_oh]

Check the carb and your jetting especially if you had to travel a ways to get the bike
have been keeping up with maint?
check your air filter, it may be clogged up.

 

[KaptainKoolz]

thanks everyone, i really appreciate the help