[hsmunoz]

I notice that the FI is really fat (rich) when the temp gage say "lo"

throttle is not responsive. Even if it's a hot day. Feels like it's a software thing, is it just me? When the temp posts any kind of number , then things get back to normal.

how much do you guys warm your bikes up before you go?

thanks

 

[THE NAVIGATOR]

until temp reads 148 degrees. just incase.

 

[Eyespy]

I start it and go. It'll warm up all by itself. I just take it easy until it does.

 

[r1-superstar]

I start it and go. It'll warm up all by itself. I just take it easy until it does.

:iamwithst

I also wait about one minute...

 

[Flip-E-diS]

I always wait until I get some numbers on the digital readout!

 

[adamsre]

I start it and then put on my helmet and gloves. That gets it perfect.

 

[fastlife]

I typically wait until my gauge reads about 110F because that is the when the bike idles itself back down. It usually takes between 45-60 seconds.

 

[HooliKen]

It is always a good idea to let the engine temp to come up a little bit before putting any kind of load on it. But there are different schools of thought on this. Some think that because bikes with FI do not need as much warm up that it is cool to take off immediately after starting. I on the other hand do not want my bike in for service anymore than required so I choose the better safe than sorry route!!

 

[Eyespy]

Some think that because bikes with FI do not need as much warm up

Never heard that claimed before.

 

[SVTWolf]

I start it and then put on my helmet and gloves. That gets it perfect.

...and about that time the fast idle comes down to normal idle. Probably the best practice to have. Start, put helmet on, sunglasses, zip jacket, put gloves on; and ROLL!

 

[Tate]

Usually till about 120 or so

 

[chasjR1]

just because it has FI doesn't mean you shouldn't let it warm up, it just does it automatically. I like to let things get nice and warm before riding. It hurts nothing and I am a patient enough person.

 

[R1Dyna]

I wait until it starts regsitering numbers instead of Lo. Usually takes a minute or less.

 

[Eyespy]

Those of you that claim that a brief warm up is needed or helpful, what is that claim based on? Thanks.

 

[mvh]

the claim is based on warming up the oil a little bit to make it a little less viscous...

i usually wait till i have numbers on the guage before i rev it at all, then wait till it's at normal operating temp before i punch it hard...

 

[Eyespy]

the claim is based on warming up the oil a little bit to make it a little less viscous...

Thanks mvh. If that is the case, I would say that under normal operating conditions, it is not necessary. In wintertime in frigid climes, that would make sense. Anything else some of the others are basing this on? Thanks.

 

[mvh]

i think that you're right - it's not NECESSARY - but it's desirable... ensuring your oil is warm and thin will mean that it's properly spread around your pistons and the rest of the engine and things are properly lubricated before you shoot the thing up to 12k rpm !!

it's up to you, but i'd rather take the 2 mins if it means a longer life and better performance out of my engine...

in the case of motorbikes, it's not critical, as the worst that can happen is excess engine wear.... but put it this way - i will NEVER take off in a helicopter before it's properly warmed up...

 

[tidbit]

meh.. Just start it and go.. Hell i dont even warm up any of my vehicles (carb & fi).. haven't had one break on me yet.. due to that specific reason (2 are over 150k).. if the engine goes poof.. it's a good excuse to bore it out and put some Ti fittings in there

 

[jgoose]

i was told to let it warm to about 140 because the piston and the cylinder are 2 different metals and by not letting the engine warm you could possibly weld the piston into the cylinder.

but hell i don't know i'm not an engineer so i say flog it, you have a year

 

[Eyespy]

i think that you're right - it's not NECESSARY - but it's desirable... ensuring your oil is warm and thin will mean that it's properly spread around your pistons and the rest of the engine and things are properly lubricated before you shoot the thing up to 12k rpm !!

I don't shoot it up to 12k when it's cold. I don't warm it up either. The answer you are providing is to some other question, not the one I am asking. Thanks.

I start it and go. It'll warm up all by itself. I just take it easy until it does.

Those of you that claim that a brief warm up is needed or helpful, what is that claim based on? Thanks.