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May-12
I didn't mention that I've been running the set up for 8 years with no issues.
I put on custom pipes then and rejeted the carbs.
I didn't do the work but the point is it ran great for years.
I store it with stabblizer each winter. This year I have the issues.
May-12
Stabilizer isn't a cure-all. Probably a clogged side hole in the pilots.
May-31
Okay, no offense, but have you 1) checked your air filter and 2) checked your fuel filter? I was having backfiring issues on my 2003 1100 cc Silverado with 65K miles, and was thinking about scheduling a visit to my local Yamaha dealer, but thankfully decided to check last time I had replaced air filter and fuel filter. It had been awhile. Replaced both. Problem solved. So, check basics first (blush).
Jun-1
None taken.
I have a hyper charger with a K&N filter which I recently cleaned and retooled.
I haven't changed the fuel filter so that I will do.
I think the carbs are the source of my issue.
Thanks for the input.
All suggestions are welcome.
Jun-3
Have you drained the tank and filled it with fresh gas? I run at least 89 octane. Among all the other suggestions made here, you also might pull the plugs and see if they show signs of running lean, or rich. I doubt yours will be as clean as in this picture- but a white residue is often a sign you're running lean, in which case running at 1/2 choke would make the mixture richer.
Jun-3
The plugs were black from too much fuel.
Fresh gas this spring.
It has been suggested that a needle popped out.
Going to take the tops off to see if one did.
Hopefully it's that simple.
Thanks for your input, appreciate any help
Jul-1
I find it is usually just easier to change the main and pilot jets every few years to avoid issues like this. Even with stabilizer and some seafoam each year.
I just fired mine up after a couple years last night with clean carbs and it spit, sputtered for a few miles with all new and carb cleaner. Running much better after a few laps around the neighborhood:-)
Sure I thrilled the neighbors.