Allrighty then.. having mediocre performance and some starting and idling issues on the recommended setting, today I got a bit more in depth..
I have an all bone stock 2002 bike except for Thunderbike pipes and I think I bumped the main jets up a couple of #'s when I installed the pipes.
I started by removing the tank and hooking up an alternate fuel source, then unbolted the cdi mounting bracket from the frame so I could see the numbers.
I adjusted and synchronized the carbs then I started at 0 and worked my way up..if it would start, I'd bring the rpms up to clear the cylinders then let it drop to an idle then blip the throttle. If it coughed or hesitated or seemed sluggish I moved on. If the response was okay I'd hold the engine at a good midrange rpm for about 5 seconds and listen for a nice even tone in the exhaust, blip the throttle then let it drop to an idle. If the exhaust tone seems to fluctuate or if it seems to stumble on the return to idle, you're not quite there.
I found my sweet spot on #8 and yes, I tried all the positions before settling in. This one gave me great response and smooth even roll from top to bottom.
From there I took it out on the road.. very nice, great torque all the way through the range, great response and solid idle. It pulls strong like it used to and has that delightful hi rpm power band that I love so. No low rpm bog or lag either.. however, I no longer have my beloved "pop,POP,pop from my pipes.... bummer that.
Starts good hot and I'll let y'all know about the cold starts when I can but for now, I'd say I've found my sweet spot... I s'pose time will tell.
