How Do I Know When My Carburettor Needs Cleaning?

If your bike, mower, or classic car isn’t running quite like it used to, your carburettor might be quietly crying out for help. The carb (short for carburettor) is a beautifully simple yet surprisingly fussy piece of engineering — and when it gets dirty, your engine knows about it.

But here’s the tricky bit: how do you know when your carburettor needs cleaning?

That’s exactly what we’re going to answer in this guide. Along the way, we’ll cover the signs to watch for, the difference between a quick clean and a deep ultrasonic clean, and why ignoring a dirty carb can cost you more than just performance.

Oh, and if you decide your carb could use some TLC, we offer professional ultrasonic carburettor cleaning at a great price — go to our homepage to see our carb cleaning service and get your engine back to its best.