im guessing it would lean the bike out, make it go slightly faster, until your stator melts inside the cover. Doesnt look like that thing could...
how about silicone hose? Im not sure if youre using PVC, but im sure that wouldnt last too long, and they sell it as clear fuel hose. I know...
That same exact thing happened on my 83 virago, thank god it doesnt lock the brake. I believe i left that pin out of the virago back in my motard...
Yeah in my noobness ive had my maxims carbs off and apart 10 times, at least it ran better every time. How does she run now? Read those plugs
haha i'd gladly take a 4 into 1 rather then the stock exhaust, even if it meant giving up my center stand. Hey just be glad your bike doesnt have...
Which college are you going to out here? I can offer you a place to stay if you need to stay a night at the end of your trip. Im in Ventura, so if...
Hands down, the least restriction will sound the meanest, less things for sound to bounce off of on its way out, no restriction is why the exhaust...
I bet it would sound like the S-10 turndowns I would just get 4 mini turn downs, that will sound like a top fuel car and should flow better...
Yeah uh.. Robert, i told you i was testing the air fuel ratio by comparing my skins burning point to the relative humidity, ambient air pressure...
8O youre gonna get me in trouble haha Just take your slip-ons... off... and then you will have plenty of sound and some mufflers to save....
Robert, Too many exhaust fumes im guessing.. this is just how it was when you saw it :P I would have to agree with Robert.. I did this...
Shannon.. you have a special gift... my fat makes my bike slower, your test rides must be more fun. I have tried to convince my 90lb ex to...
on the main jets i believe it... im sure theyre jetted a little overly rich from the factory so it could be perfect now. I know mine would surge...
Ive heard you can pry the sides open and slide the baffles out, if you want to possibly leave it looking stock If you want to just chop the...
[img] free and easy.... plus you can make it louder if you want.. You could possibly drill straight down into the muffler and hollow it out...
If #4 is not running, and you know you have spark going to it, then you most likely have junk clogging that carb, or that float is upside down...
Yes and wide open throttle / high rpms are a necessity for proper testing.... your new pegs could disrupt the airflow into the airbox and lean out...
Does anyone know the measurment of the hole in the stock 40 pilot jet? Is it .04 of a mm? or something like that?
I was editing adding more info i forgot while you were giving the full list.. :D Bill, glad to know im doing it right, but you forgot altitude,...
Seems awfully uniform so i am guessing throttle was closed? (pasted from altus' post) Compression pressure (at sea level): Standard ..........
By owning a 28 year old motorcycle, and not being rich, you will become an expert, if you like it or not. These bikes are fun to ride, pretty...
Should be a lot of fun... i know i would love to see any pics of the project if you have a link.
If your wife/girlfriend is pregnant, then it has failed common someone had to say it :D
try leaning over and listening to different sides of the bike while its doing it, you might be able to track it down a little closer. Does it do...
have your bro or you ride past each other on the bike with the chain cover off and try to see whats going on in there... see if it gets louder...
Re: 91 Suzuki GS500E good buy? (update he got a 2007) So he picked up a full faring 2007 gs500F... I think its a decent looking bike (non faring...
I have an air fuel ratio gauge, maybe i should try to get some video footage of the gauges operation while moving, my mains are too big so you can...
as long as thats an idle reading 1 looks good, 2 could be closed 1\8-1\4, 3 could be closed 1\4 -1\2 and 4 should be loosened less than 1/8......
just add some seafoam and start it up.... The blockage will work its way out... bring marshmallows
yes messing with things is the joy of owning a bike. I usually bottom my needles out and count how many turns as a reference point. 2.5 to 3 is...
We should really start a needed / wanted jet pool so we can all trade jets between us... just dont tell len :D SLKid.. I really appriciate your...
I drilled out my stock ones so i dont know how big they are, and i dont think anyone wants them. Hopefully someone will have a set of stockers...
82 XJ650... believe they are hitachi carbs... Pretty sure they came with #110s
Old, ancient, nicked up, doesnt matter.. as long as the hole is the right size. cheapness is key Toss them in a small plastic bag and an...
Re: 91 Suzuki GS500E good buy? cool thats just what i wanted to hear.. hopefully i can talk him into a few mods... hes an OEM kinda guy. Weird...
Im helping my housemate get a cheap bike to commute on.. This looks pretty decent, but i am unfamilar with the bikes in general.... anyone know...
yeah agreed if they are running properly they sure like to turn some rpms. I beat mine up every time i ride... I figure its a well made bike that...
Im guessing its the wonderful scaly dried snot / varnish stuff left over from gas... welcome to the carb cleaning club.. i soaked my bowls in some...
Compression fittings and hard plastic hose, it all seems pretty basic.. It came with the bike so i don't know where it came from Anyone know...
[img] Velcro and a little safety fishing wire.. but it was a 20 dollar gps so go figure
done... i had to google the scooter skirt... I gotta get one of these! :lol:
Keep in mind it could have back registration and other fees due when you take it in to register it. I got my maxim for 'free' but had to pay...
:Bump: Im curious what that red wire does... power coming from the alternator or battery im imagining.. i attached a connector to go around the...
Seems as this is too often of an occurrence on these bikes.. maybe a lot of them because of all the power going through the regulator and age......
stumbled upon this some time ago on youtube.. its definitely possible.. just dont break those intake manifold bolts! (antisieze and 7.2ftlbs...
looks nice.. love the sound... I noticed you have the stock pilot jets in there.. you are probably at a significant altitude considering you are...
How well does that stay in place in turns and on the freeway? :lol: Personally if i want to turn the bike around, i lay it over on the...
I like the paint job! Very smart to get that pattern... Front faring looks useful at high speed..... as for a funny name.. may i suggest unbroken...
The similarities between the two bikes is uncanny... Ive got an 82 xv920 and 82 maxim.. i have swapped wheels, forks, brake components.. a lot of...
JBweld has saved my life many times... but new parts are always better... yeah i'd be fixing that carb body too lol Just a suggestion, you...