First post here, been lurking and absorbing info so thanks for the helpful info so far.
I'm relatively new to motorcycle mechanics so not sure where this question will take me.
'09 CRF230M, all stock/no mods with 3xxx miles. Throttle response just off idle is very sharp, the bike lurches sharply. Pretty terrible in 1st from a stop (no, I don't think it's my clutch technique, although generous slipping obviously makes for a smooth start).
Noticeable in all gears and also while under way and rolling, clutch lever out. Is this just the way it goes with this bike?
What I've done or checked, with no affect on the "problem":
- Carb came off yesterday and got fully cleaned (was pretty clean to start with).
- Chain is good, freeplay ~2.5cm.
- Cleaned and greased throttle cable guide at the tube, dry lube in throttle cable housings, adjusted slack on throttle cables.
Thanks for the help.