Installed 120 jets n 17.5 pilot

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Installed 120 jets n 17.5 pilot

30 Aug 2015 17:54
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I went up from 102.5 main to 120 and 15 pilot to 17.5. Low end to mid range is sort of lacking and high end could be stronger.. I have pods and a kerker 4 to 1 I bought it like that, wish I had stock airbox but don't. Few questions ..

Would adjusting the clips for needle height help any?
I want to try one more jet combo.. I'm thinking 130 main and 22.5 pilot.. or do u think 125 would be better... if I gas it I first the front end won't come up. Not in any gear just feels alot better with the new jets but still needs more. Any input greatly appreciated, thx

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Re: Installed 120 jets n 17.5 pilot

30 Aug 2015 18:43
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Pics of plugs.
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Re: Installed 120 jets n 17.5 pilot

05 Sep 2015 07:50
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Center r wet and outer have a little white. But I had to limp it home abt 10 miles after center 2 quit.

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Re: Installed 120 jets n 17.5 pilot

05 Sep 2015 07:58
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When was the last time the valves were adjusted?
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Re: Installed 120 jets n 17.5 pilot

05 Sep 2015 08:05
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Idk Iv never done it. I bought the bike July 4th, don't have new valve cover gasket so I haven't done any checking on the valves yet. Wasn't sure old gaskets would seal properly

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Re: Installed 120 jets n 17.5 pilot

05 Sep 2015 09:04
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Sorry but I do not see what bike and what carbs your a working with. Different answers for different size bikes and carbs.
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Re: Installed 120 jets n 17.5 pilot

05 Sep 2015 09:45
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80 kz1000. Mechanical mikuni carbs with smooth bore slides. Stock electronic ignition

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Re: Installed 120 jets n 17.5 pilot

07 Sep 2015 16:43
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Try 20 pilots. For a stock bike the 120 mains are probably right or very close. Checking valve clearance is a great idea.
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