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Measuring Carb Float Bowls with tube?

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by Fionnbarr, Jul 23, 2007.

  1. Fionnbarr

    Fionnbarr New Member

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    When you're using the old 1/4" plastic tube method of measuring the levels in the float bowls, I'm guessing that the bike has to be running when you're doing it?
     
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    No it does not need to be runing. You can set the level with the carbs out of the bike too, which can be easyer.
     
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    This brings up an interesting topic.

    My Yamaha service manual says to run it. Only reason I can think of is to get an accurate level if you have a needle leaking a bit.

    I do mine mounted to the bench, no running.
     
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