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So here is what I found out according to this PDF file: If your carb (according to this dudes crazy research) came stock with the small "reverse/slotted" style mains, you cannot sub with any other jet type. But on the flip side, if your carb came stock with a hex type you can sub with othe...

wow - check out this PDF file I found talking about the differences in the two styles... if you care to learn that is


http://www.ozebook.com/compendium/t500_files/mikuni.pdf

Height difference appears to be 8mm slot type vs. 16.5mm hex type

Hey guys, My Keihin pwk runs these smaller (shorter) style 'slot style'/unscrew with a flat head type main jets and I'm wondering if running the larger (taller) hex style main jets are ok to run. Will they hit or interfere with the float bowl? Is this just a matter of running a different imulsion tu...

I think Bear (who I rarely support) is simply stating it's just a pain in the a55 because: 1) There is room for error 2) You have to be able to measure on the whim (requiring a vessel to measure with) 3) It's messy and not as convenient as having the luxurious oil pump (but we all knew this going in...

wiguy05 wrote:Premixing is a major pain in the * unless its a race only vehicle. Good luck!

ha. no sh1t.

All you pre-mix converted dudes -

If you plan on riding for longer than a tanks-worth, what is your strategy on the road?

Are you bringing a quart of oil and measuring cup everywhere you go?
Shaking the bike at the pump?!
Towing a 55 gallon fuel drum on wheels?

Here is the listing I was referring to previously in this thread Yes - probably looks like the world's sketchiest listing but I have no complaints http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Keihin-PWK-carburetor-main-jet-kit-repair-kit-/160685395145?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2569988cc9&vxp=...

Heads up guys I just picked up a true Keihin Pwk 28mm flat slide on ebay for 75 (50 +25 shipping.) If you guys don't mind waiting 3 weeks for it to ship from god knows where I can attest to the authenticity of it. Just looked and its still on there (seller had multiple units) bazsogaborus is the sel...

Seriously considering putting my stock clutch assembly back on

kingkamehameha wrote:Your in need of skirts!

yep. all the tabs were broken on mine - threw them out. nobody has good used sets.

motormike wrote:...sheeesh...two months...still trying to get the first ride in ?

Our issue is nobody actually lives in the city except me and maybe one or two others. Chicago obviously is extremely spread out.

Terrorizing the streets of Chicago

Any you city dudes wanna ride this week? I'm in Lincoln park

hmmm - are you familiar with anyone who sells smaller rated triple springs? Would this be comparable to a higher stall auto trans on a car? (would assume so) http://www.ebay.com/itm/KOSO-HP-performance-Clutch-Springs-1000K-1000RPM-for-Gy6-Dio-49-50cc-Scooters-/280834032172?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts&am...