Carb questions
Dirt don't hurt
Joined: Jan 2011
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From: Haslet Texas
+1 on getting the Factory Service Manual.
It will be way more helpful than the Clymer.
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Novice
Joined: Sep 2014
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From: Milwaukee, WI
I just wanted to say that I joined this forum this morning and I am blown away by the help you all have provided me.
I'll keep you all posted and I am sure I will have questions.
Thanks again!
I'll keep you all posted and I am sure I will have questions.
Thanks again!
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Joined: Sep 2012
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From: almost there
You wont be so chipper when the bill arrives in the mail.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Jul 2011
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From: Boston, MA
I adjusted the mixture screw from seated to 2.5 turns in the spring. I'm sure the screwdriver is fairly well covered. But to be safe just do 3/8 to half an inch.
Tourer
Joined: Jun 2013
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From: Minnesota
Originally Posted by Tee⋁13224189
Yup. And welcome to the bestest forum on the board! Keep the Clymers but get the FSM for sure. Carefully drill out the wax, mud or whatever is over the mixture screw, 7/16 drill bit about an inch into the cover.
Welcome aboard,
Tom
Welcome aboard,
Tom
Road Captain
Joined: Jul 2014
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From: Galesville, WI
Your bike is what is referred to as a "bottom breather." The breather is at the bottom, towards the middle from the oil pump, as God intended it to be. Yes, the bolts are solid and not banjo because that's not the breather. Oh, and just to cover it for when you will eventually ask, yes, it is normal for oil to puke out the breather if you let the bike sit for several weeks to months.
Now, for your carb issue, first check for intake leaks. Next throw away that POS carb and put a S&S or a CV on there and you will solve the majority of your problems. Or if you insist on keeping the Keihin POS, rebuild it and you can get it to run poorly to fair (if you're really good.)
Now, for your carb issue, first check for intake leaks. Next throw away that POS carb and put a S&S or a CV on there and you will solve the majority of your problems. Or if you insist on keeping the Keihin POS, rebuild it and you can get it to run poorly to fair (if you're really good.)
Road Master
Joined: Oct 2011
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From: Carlsbad Springs Ontario
Welcome
Your particular problem could have many carb. related causes but i would advise you to rebuild the entire carb.
Google to find many HD cv carb. sites with parts and info.
The whole deal will cost you less than $100.00 bucks including shipping to your door if you do it yourself.
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From: Bedford UK
In addition to the above suggestions remove the gas tap and clean that and the tank. That will complete a spring clean of your fuelling system. A rebuild kit for the carb will provide a complete set of perishable parts, to give that a fresh lease of life.