Thought it wouldn't happen...
 

So before stowing my bike for the winter, I took off the back tire (since it was bad, so I wouldn't risk it) This means I didn't turn it on for a GOOD while. Went to let my sister's boyfriend listen to the muffler today, and all I got were starter turns.

I forgot to turn the fuel off for a few weeks it was under, switched it after that and it's been that way since, outside under tarps. Anyone have suggestions of what to try? I dont think the battery is the problem being that the lights work, fuel pump comes on, starter turns many times, but what should I look for to get my baby started again? I'm itchin to ride and as soon as I buy that back tire I plan on taking the first semi warm day to full advantage

RE: Thought it wouldn't happen...
 

check the plugs?

RE: Thought it wouldn't happen...
 

Using full choke?

RE: Thought it wouldn't happen...
 

Yes, check your plugs, but I would still give the battery a good charge anyways. You need good power on tap if your bike been sitting for a while. Its amazing how much power gets taken away from the plugs once you turn on the ignition & then hit the starter button.
Taking the plugs out will also give you an indication if any petrol seeped into the cylinders (smell from the cylinders), also just have a look at your oil to. Don't get into a panic & twist the throttle open before or while your trying to start. Let the choke do its job.

RE: Thought it wouldn't happen...
 

my buddy let his sit for a while and he ended up cleaning the carbs and it started right up after

RE: Thought it wouldn't happen...
 

Started mine last week in single digits, just be sure to use full chole, pump the throttle a few times and make sure your idle isnt set at 1k, just turn it up a little ... a little!

RE: Thought it wouldn'
 

the carbs might be flooded...try some starting fluid sprayed in the front ram air ducts, you should at least get a stumble with that.
f3's or any Honda carbed bike for that matter were always fussy in the cold..lol