[crustyrider]

also check your cable housing( the black stuff sround the cable.....I had a sticky throttle and it turned out to be a squished housing.....your clutch....probaby needs a bleed , and your good.

as far as installing the carbs. I will pass on to you(free of charge) some tips that I have learned about reinstalling them.

rule #1 never never never remove the silver (aluminum plate) form the carbsto get them to go that last 1/32 inch you need. removal of this plate will cause your fuel tubes to leak and possibly break.
rule #2 never never never never use a rubber, wooden, metal mallet to "help your carbs onto the insulators.
rule #3take some engine oil and lube the boots(insulators)this will aid in them fitting right back on.
Rule#4 if you have it available, heat your rubber boots to give them pliability with a heat gun.
rule#5 I installed mine front first then rear.....I havent tried Jamies method..... but if he says it works I would believe him.
rule#6 patience is a virtue....If they don't jump on the first try keep at it and dont get pissed off...this is how mallets come into play.......

Good luck

Crusty