I believe if you don't put the gas cap on all the way or at all the bike will not start also.
If you install a LED light it has less resistance than the stock light setup so you may have to install a load resistor to add amp pull? Not sure how it works but if you don't install a load resistor you can also get the "Stator Growl" as it makes a loud noise if you use LED lights with less electrical load than stock.
Are you a new Raider owner, if so here’s some little things you might like to know....• Kickstand switch – if the bike is on the kickstand and in gear you won’t be able to start it even with the clutch pulled in - if you use the kickstand or kill switch to shut the bike off be sure to turn the key off before getting off - the headlight will stay on and you could end up with a dead batter.
If you have to jump start your Raider using a car/truck make sure the car/truck is not running - you can damage your ECU if it is..
When you’re sitting at a red light and people start staring at you it’s okay – that happens when you own a Raider.
Quote from: FireNative on Jun 25, 2019, 06:37:04 pmI believe if you don't put the gas cap on all the way or at all the bike will not start also. There is no interlock to keep the Raider from starting or running with the gas cap open. You do need to use a key (usually the one you had in the ignition) to open the gas cap, but I don't count that. Quote from: FireNative on Jun 25, 2019, 06:37:04 pmIf you install a LED light it has less resistance than the stock light setup so you may have to install a load resistor to add amp pull? Not sure how it works but if you don't install a load resistor you can also get the "Stator Growl" as it makes a loud noise if you use LED lights with less electrical load than stock. This growl can also appear if you increase the load. Sometimes adding passing lamps will result in the growl occurring at the same time a turn signal flashes. No kidding. Quote from: ROADKILL on Mar 22, 2019, 03:30:20 pmAre you a new Raider owner, if so here’s some little things you might like to know....• Kickstand switch – if the bike is on the kickstand and in gear you won’t be able to start it even with the clutch pulled in - if you use the kickstand or kill switch to shut the bike off be sure to turn the key off before getting off - the headlight will stay on and you could end up with a dead batter.Roadkill must play baseball with his Raider. Quote from: ROADKILL on Mar 22, 2019, 03:30:20 pm If you have to jump start your Raider using a car/truck make sure the car/truck is not running - you can damage your ECU if it is..I didn't know that. I'm not sure I understand that. Where did you find that? Can anyone explain why that occurs? Quote from: ROADKILL on Mar 22, 2019, 03:30:20 pmWhen you’re sitting at a red light and people start staring at you it’s okay – that happens when you own a Raider.I have noticed this even when the Raider is rolling at substantial speeds.
This growl can also appear if you increase the load. Sometimes adding passing lamps will result in the growl occurring at the same time a turn signal flashes. No kidding.
You are advised to burn premium gas in your Raider. The compression ratio is 10.2 which is right on the edge of possible early detonation (knocking) of regular gas.
The fuel storage on the Raider includes a subtank under the seat where the fuel pump is located. The low fuel light on the "dashboard" is triggered by a thermistor mounted on the fuel pump. If the gas gets that low, it no longer cools the thermistor and the light turns on. When the light turns on, the digital display in the odometer automatically shifts to show you the number of miles you've ridden since the light came on. There is about 0.8 gallons left when that occurs. At 40 mpg average, you have about 30 miles to find fuel.You are advised to burn premium gas in your Raider. The compression ratio is 10.2 which is right on the edge of possible early detonation (knocking) of regular gas. As with most motorcycles, the engine, clutch, and transmission are all cooled and lubricated by the same oil. Do not add additives to the oil to try to improve mileage or engine life because it may cause clutch slippage and a huge cleanup problem.
Quote from: TRaider_John on Jun 26, 2019, 11:15:29 pmThe fuel storage on the Raider includes a subtank under the seat where the fuel pump is located. The low fuel light on the "dashboard" is triggered by a thermistor mounted on the fuel pump. If the gas gets that low, it no longer cools the thermistor and the light turns on. When the light turns on, the digital display in the odometer automatically shifts to show you the number of miles you've ridden since the light came on. There is about 0.8 gallons left when that occurs. At 40 mpg average, you have about 30 miles to find fuel.You are advised to burn premium gas in your Raider. The compression ratio is 10.2 which is right on the edge of possible early detonation (knocking) of regular gas. As with most motorcycles, the engine, clutch, and transmission are all cooled and lubricated by the same oil. Do not add additives to the oil to try to improve mileage or engine life because it may cause clutch slippage and a huge cleanup problem. Does this include Seafoam?