Idle RPM question.

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m249saw2004

Discussion Starter · Mar 1, 2009

Does anybody know the factory idle speed for an 06' sv650? Ambient temp about 67 degrees F, bike at operating temp.

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flybyuin2.2

· #2 · Mar 1, 2009

Idle should be between 1200 and 1400 rpms, adjust with engine warm. Lucky for us with 06's and last year where idle can still be adjusted as the 07's and up have a IAC motor that controls the idle.

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m249saw2004

Discussion Starter · #4 · Mar 6, 2009

Wow, I looked at the info sticker on the frame. Low and behold there was my answer, I feel stupid... :angry7:

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mysql

· #5 · Oct 23, 2009

sorry to bump an old thread, but my 06 idles at 1000 rpm. Should I bother increasing it? I don't notice any ill effects.

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PatrickE

· #6 · Oct 23, 2009

mysql said:
sorry to bump an old thread, but my 06 idles at 1000 rpm. Should I bother increasing it? I don't notice any ill effects.

First off, there is nothing wrong with bumping an old thread. In fact, it is probably preferred.

Yes, you should increase your idle to spec. If for no other reason than it takes literally 10 seconds. There is a phillips screw on the left side of the bike near the frame. Just turn in a bit until the idle is correct.

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jiari

· #7 · Oct 23, 2009

Don't forget to blip the throttle between adjustments. Also, you should consider doing the TPS mod + aTRE mod. I have an 06 and it makes the bike a lot more responsive.

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mysql

· #8 · Oct 23, 2009

haha. I come from a car forum and they give us **** for bumping old threads, but we also get **** if we don't search before posting. Can't win.

The aTRE sounds really nice to have, I wasn't even aware of it.

Thanks for the heads up..

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jiari

· #9 · Oct 23, 2009

If you're going to go that route, 92westshady sells them (I bought mine from him).

http://forum.svrider.com/showthread.php?t=95450

Nice guy, fast shipping, great product. I've had mine for over a month and it definately makes the bike more responsive.

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sdobbs20

· #10 · Oct 23, 2009

i would adjust it to the proper spec. having a low idle like that increases the chance of the bike not revving up properly when you twist the throttle. i know that on a cold start mine will run about 3000 for 15 seconds or so and then idle back down. what does yours idle at on cold start?

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mysql

· #11 · Oct 23, 2009

2500 rpm then drops down to 1k.

I adjusted it this morning and had it around 1400, later as I was driving it was idling at 1550 range. So I'll lower it next time I go out.

jiari, I saw 92westshady's stuff! It looks good, but since I'm the second owner, I need to open her up tonight and verify that I don't already have it. I assume I don't, but better to check now then be sorry in a week

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db729

· #12 · Dec 8, 2009

Mine idles at around 1k too, but I guess I should raise it a bit. Do you have to calibrate your TPS when you mess with the idle?

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PatrickE

· #13 · Dec 12, 2009

db729 said:
Mine idles at around 1k too, but I guess I should raise it a bit. Do you have to calibrate your TPS when you mess with the idle?

No. That is a different function.

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JollyGQ

· #14 · Jan 15, 2010 (Edited)

My sticker says 1400...i adjusted it after riding it for a while so I knew it was at regular operating temperature....when i start it up, it goes to 2000 for a few seconds, then drops down to about 1200 till it get up to about 90 degrees...then its at 1400. I've been researching TPS adjustments and everyone keeps saying to set idle at 1200 which is kinda low in my opinion. Been kinda wondering what my tps setting should be with my rpm settings...1650?

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Spierings

· #15 · Jan 15, 2010

JollyGQ said:
My sticker says 1400...i adjusted it after riding it for a while so I knew it was at regular operating temperature....when i start it up, it goes to 2500 for a few seconds, then drops down to about 1200 till it get up to about 120 degrees...then its at 1400. I've been researching TPS adjustments and everyone keeps saying to set idle at 1200 which is kinda low in my opinion. Been kinda wondering what my tps setting should be with my rpm settings...1650?

Set the TPS a little higher (100 rpm) as your idle and you are good to go

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JollyGQ

· #16 · Jan 17, 2010

Thanks. Been working on getting the nerve to do the tps adjustment...lol. this is my only transportation and I don't often have more than one day off at a time...so I can't make any mistakes..lol

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Spierings

· #17 · Jan 17, 2010

JollyGQ said:
Thanks. Been working on getting the nerve to do the tps adjustment...lol. this is my only transportation and I don't often have more than one day off at a time...so I can't make any mistakes..lol

It's really easy when you have some decent tools and no reason to get nervous

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