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Old Jul 1, 2013 | 09:06 PM
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So I've got my 1200 up and running. It's got a set of V&H straight shots and Big Sucker air cleaner. When I give it some throttle it seems like its starving for fuel. What size jets would you all recommend running?

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The year and specific model helps a lot as there are some minor differences among the stock components. That said, generally for a 1200 you could start with a 45/180 and go from there. Chances are that will be right for 90% of people.
 
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The year and specific model helps a lot as there are some minor differences among the stock components. That said, generally for a 1200 you could start with a 45/180 and go from there. Chances are that will be right for 90% of people.

My apologies. It is a 2003 1200C. I didn't just want to order a pilot/main combo that wouldn't work. Any info is greatly appreciated.
 
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Make sure you can adjust the idle mixture as well
 
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