Questioni did remove gas tank at one time to check to see if hoses were obstructed..i did not see anything and put tank back on...no aftermarket parts..no gas stabilizers ever..one guy suggested a vacuum problem...
bike was driving fine at speeds under 70...
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Hello,
I have a 2001 suzuki katana 750with less than 4,000 miles. I havent been riding that much because of my job..I started riding again and at high speeds 80 mph plus the motorcycle starts to lose power..i have to pull over an wait abut 15 minutes..then its starts again..It has happened over five times now...I have no temp gauge on this bike..Does a bike have an intrenal way of cutting of if its running too hot..it should not be running hot since i am on the highway when this happens..your advice is requested..
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Hi Warren,
Q: "... I have a 2001 suzuki katana 750with less than 4,000 miles. I havent been riding that much because of my job..I started riding again..."
Questions for you:
How long has the Katana been stored or not started?
Any gas stabilizers in use?
Any history of repairs or maintenance?
Any after market parts installed?
Do you have email? I return tech information files by email. There was no email addy with your question as requested.
Q: "...I have no temp gauge on this bike..Does a bike have an intrenal way of cutting of if its running too hot..."
A: Other than engine seizure, no. You may get an oil indicator light to illuminate on the gauges if engine is overheating. Check oil cooler for obstructions. Clean accordingly.
Respectfully,
Mark Shively
AnswerWarren,
Could be a vacuum problem, especially if carb vent hoses are improperly routed.
The problem may be a fuel delivery problem; fuel service levels not set to specs.
The problem may be ignition related; defective CDI/ECM or other ignition part.
A tech needs to perform a few checks to accurately diagnose the problem.
Mark
