Idle with kickstand down?

[kev0390]

I just bought a used 2005 katana GSX 600f with 4k miles on it.

Does this bike idle with the kickstand down, or does it have to be up for it to idle right?

[Robgsxf750]

It'll idle in neutral with the kickstand down just fine.

[Enjay386]

^^ Yup

[kev0390]

Reason I ask is that it won't stay idling. When i start it and rev it up, it revs fine, but when i let off, it drops down to 1k and then dies.

What should i be fixing, cleaning or replacing to make it idle ok?

I'm kind of new to bikes other than research i've done since buying it a few months ago. I just took a motorcycle drivers course (basic) and will be doing advanced and sport courses over the next month. The courses are required to ride on base where I am posted. So I haven't actually ridden my bike yet since i don't want to lay it down or ride it without the motorcycle license or insurance.

Thanks!

[Sasquatch]

first thing I would do is raise the idle slightly (about 1100-1200). You can find the idle adjustment on the left side (when your sitting on it) in the small 'hole' in the fairing. There will be a black knob near the carbs that you can twist with your fingers.

After that, well, I'll let someone more mechanically knowledgeable answer

[Robgsxf750]

Have you tried a little choke for about 30 secs or so to warm her up? Keep the idle around 2 grand for this time.

[nelsonind]

Keep in mind that if you put the bike in gear while the kickstand is down and the engine is running, it will die instantly. If the engine doesn't have a problem in the choke area, you might want to consider checking the spark plugs or cleaning the carburetors. Sometimes a chemical cleaner is sufficient.
Nelsonind