Kymco People One 125i Bad idle

[KymcoJo]

Hello

I have a 2014 Kymco People One 125i with a very bad idle. It's running high then low as if its revving all by itself. I have made a bad video demonstration for you to see.

I have no warning lights or codes and the bike runs fine when the throttle is open. It's usually starts better and the worsens as it warms up. It usually falls at the light but then fires up fine again on the button.

I'm assuming it's electrical but it's hard to find anyone who knows anything about this model.

Any help appreciated!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IdenoFPJFPQ&feature=youtu.be

[PaulF]

I am guessing it is one of the sensors or throttle body.  You will probably need to take it to a dealer so they can test it will the correct equipment.

[Stig / Major Tom]

You suspect it might be an electrical problem....
What things have you checked?

Stig

[KymcoJo]

Thanks for the replies.

That would make sense. When I say electrical problem I mean on of the sensors needing to be replaced, but without a error code it's a shot in the dark. I ran around on it last night for about 20 miles and still nothing blinking on the dash. Plenty of stalling though.

I'll take it to the garage and hopefully he'll be able to work it out.

Thanks again

[CROSSBOLT]

Try opening the gas cap next when it does that crummy idle.

[KymcoJo]

I tried the fuel cap idea but it didn't make any changes.

[KymcoJo]

Update!!!!!!


The mechanic says it needs a new throttle body.

Anybody know of compatible throttle bodies for this scooter?? There’e Not many available online and a new one is 550 euros.

Thanks

J

[Viper254]

Is it a fuel injected model? :S

[KymcoJo]

Yes it's fuel injected.

[CROSSBOLT]

Did the genius at the dealer try initializing? Did he share what his Kymco analyzer tool showed WHY you supposedly need a whole new throttle body? Does the bike run acceptably well above idle?

[KymcoJo]

All good questions that I don’t have all the answers to. He said, he turned the idle screw and it did nothing.

It runs very well above idle!

JK

[CROSSBOLT]

Well, he really IS a "genius" since the idle is fixed at the factory and "idle screws" are not to be changed. The tech is thinking carburetors and this is fuel injection. Running well above idle points to a problem with Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) and/or Idle Speed Control (ISC). This may be solved by initializing. Replacing whole assemblies such as the throttle body may eliminate the problem but then it may not. The Kymco tool will point out if it is in the throttle body or the ECU. Under warranty will replace nearly everything no problem but the dealer MUST initiate the call for parts. Call your regional representative if your dealer is reluctant. Does the dealer have the Kymco tool?

[Viper254]

I'm also not convinced that your dealer has a scooby what's going on.

[CROSSBOLT]

I'm also not convinced that your dealer has a scooby what's going on.

Well put, Viper! More class stating it your way than what I was thinking! Har, har!

[Stig / Major Tom]

Air intake leak at the throttle body? Clamp or hose loose?
But then, it could be the scoooby....


Stig