Don't use carb cleaner on brake fluid parts, the types of rubbers used are not compatible. Easiest and quickest way to see if that's the problem...
Check for a plugged up return orifice in the master reservoir. It is a very tiny pin hole that is easily clogged by spooge in the clutch/brake...
Since there was no power to the yellow/red then trace it back to the switch and verify the switch closes (continuity) when pressed. If that's...
You can cause problems with digital electronic fuel injection/ignition systems by attempting to bypass circuit paths. If i were...
The short answer is NO. The long answer is that you don't seem to understand how engines operate. The crankcase is vented so there is no oil...
If i recall correctly they use security bolts to mount the cylinder, i.e. break the heads off after installing the bolts, so you have to use a...
The starter motor should be turning CW when looking at it from the gear end, i.e. with the RH cover off so you can see the gear end of the starter...
+1 on the WD and on getting some heat into the tees and rubbers, in fact maybe a hot air blower like a hair dryer could be used to add some heat...
Yes that is normal operation. Before splitting the carb rack you could try rotating the leaky tube several times to give the o-rings a little...
+1 on the contacts being the source of all evil......
Excellent advice on the o-rings and bench test. You should find the culprit soon. Are the plastic fuel rail tubes/tees loose--can you easily...
Remove the bowls and inspect if there is any big chunks of crud or debris in the bowls. Then turn the carbs upside down on your bench. Attach a...
They both use the Keihin VD carbs with the same spacing, cable pulleys, etc. There may be some jetting difference, but they are totally...
What's your idle speed? i'm guessing your idle adjustment screw is turned in so much that the throttle valves (butterfly valves) are cracked...
The mixture seat is damaged in #1 carb i think Squirrel had it right about the mixture screws and my money is on a bad seat in the number 1...
How to troubleshoot this problem... We need to determine if the problem is related to a particular rpm range or to a particular throttle...
You didn't post any voltage values, so we can't really know what you have, but i'm going to guess you have a weak battery--you didn't mention how...
It sure seems like the Honda VFR thermostat suffers from some defect in either design, manufacturing or construction--at least it fails open in a...
Carry on my wayward son-- there'll be peace when you are done. That's just an open-ended air vent line for the carb bowls.
worn shifter dog tips? shifting into 2nd seems to hammer the dogs more than any other--as a result the ends of the shifter dogs that slide to...
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