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Old Sep 10, 2007 | 10:37 PM
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just had my fat boy tuned up.road 300 miles checked plugs/ black *** night/can i leen out my bike without jetting
 
Old Sep 11, 2007 | 12:01 AM
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Depends on model year.(carb or F-I)
Are the plugs the correct type/heat range. Did you have a cleanair filter. When reading plugs, it`s best to have the motor hot. Make a top end run and shut it down. But you could blast it on the freeway, take it home and let it cool and get a good reading too. IMHO
Just cant start them cold and expect a clean plug.[8D]
Why did you pull the plug for inspection.
 
Old Sep 11, 2007 | 12:27 AM
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You didn't post enuf info.
Give specific deatails on your bike, etc, and there are people here who can help ya out, OK?

Also, post this in the TECH forums. Get a better buncha replies.
 
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