While at a stop, slowly let out the clutch.
If the engine feels like it's going to stall, give it some throttle.
If it still feels like it's going to stall, down shift.
Keep repeating until you find the correct gear to start off in.
Do you mean "will the engine stall with the clutch lever...
Year? Make? Model?
2 & 4 stroke engines can have similar problems requiring
different repair procedures.
Install new spark plugs.
Semi-fouled spark plugs can fire outside of the engine, but
the weak flame will get extinguised with cylinder compression.
The oil light might have been from a faulty sensor - check the tank next time the light comes on.
Tw-3 oil shouldn't hurt the engine.
If it was to thick, the engine would constantly foul the spark plugs.
Lugging the engine will foul the spark plugs.
Check the air cleaner.
If you're unsure of...
"Gear oil" and "ATF" are never to be used in the crankcase of 2 stroke engines.
Use 10W30 or 10W40 motor oil.
API SE, SF,SG type or higher.
Do not use oils labeled "Energy Conserving"
Take your bike to track days at a race track.
Please tell us you're not scraping your pegs on public roads?
Roll over one "tar strip", pebble, or road imperfection and your bike is going down.
You and your bike will end up as a chalk drawing on the road.
600cc and above sportbikes are competition closed course race bikes with lights added for street use.
They are not first bikes for inexperienced riders.
Read this article in its entirety.
http://www.gixxer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=151947
As to your question - buy used for a first bike.
A...
Honda = excellent quality control and reliability (don't break and won't leave you stranded).
Yamaha = race ready, best speed & performance, low in quality control.
Kawasaki = average of the bunch - not great, not junk. Were you satisfied with your 250 Ninja? You won't have any complaints with...
Possible loose or corroded battery wires.
Remove the wires.
Clean them and the battery terminals with a wire brush - including the (-) cable at the engine or frame ground.
Clean all contacts with contact/brake cleaner (available at bike shops and auto
parts stores)
Tighten all connectors with a...
Always give year, make, engine size and model # when asking questions. We need all of that info to give an informed answer.
There may be a special tool to hold the clutch bell.
A 1/2" air impact wrench will loosen just about any fastener.
Bring your bike to a shop - they may loosen the nut for...