Kz 1100 carb sync

I checked the fuel level in carbs and looks ok in each of them, look the pics.
I was sync carb today for second time and all went better, engine runns smoother but far from my expectations. I found one missing something in choke shaft, looks like the spring and ball is missing!!!! That is why choke shaft is loose and there is no certain click for open and off choke. As I see on the diagram there is only spring and ball which must be (my guess) inserted in two specific holes before inserting the shaft. Is that right?Any suggestions?

If parts are missing on that choke, the bike won't run right. On VM carbs the choke provides air and fuel. That will prevent the carbs being synced correctly.
Steve

If a carb sync looks impossible check adjust screws for a mis-assembly.
Found this after a carb rebuild by an so called specialist.

PiotrKZ wrote: I checked the fuel level in carbs and looks ok in each of them, look the pics.
I was sync carb today for second time and all went better, engine runns smoother but far from my expectations. I found one missing something in choke shaft, looks like the spring and ball is missing!!!! That is why choke shaft is loose and there is no certain click for open and off choke. As I see on the diagram there is only spring and ball which must be (my guess) inserted in two specific holes before inserting the shaft. Is that right?Any suggestions?

It is probable that the tiny ball is missing, and the spring is still in there. Your local hardware store may have a suitable replacement, sized to just pass through the hole.

Is the fuel level showing just above the bowl-drain screw in your picture? It appears to me too-low, or maybe there is air in the tube distorting the view. :whistle:


BTW, thanks for posting those great-quality photos.
Also, your carb clamps and blue silicone vacuum plugs are awesome choices. I use those same clamps with protective inner-bands, and will never go back to the chincy stock type.