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Old Apr 6, 2008 | 11:04 PM
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can anyone tell me what the stock jet setting on my 03 1200 sportster. took the carb apart was dirty as hell and the spark plugs were burnt to a crisp. already tried to adjust the set screw for fuel mixture it didnt help. the guy i bought it from told me he jetted it but this is my first harley so im not sure but i think the jets are just to big. please help!!!
 
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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 02:20 AM
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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 02:27 AM
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On an 03, I BELIEVE...(not guaranteeing but I'm about 80% sure) that they're a 45 and a 165. If not, that should get you close enough.
 
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2002 shop manual states a 42 slow and 170 main jet for the 1200, your 03 should be the same.
 
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