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Old Feb 27, 2024 | 05:40 AM
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Ok fitted straight through pipes
now harder to start takes ,at least 8 tries
upgraded main jet and needle position
883 2006 carb model
 

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pipes should have nothing to do with it.
changing mix is a good idea but sometime not necessary.
look at air mix screw and pilot jet. also adjusting the carb butterfly to cover over another issue will lead to problems.
 
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The main jet has nothing to do with starting.

Disassemble and clean the carburetor, don`t lose the tiny spring, washer or o ring.
 
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