What do you need to know about carb synchronization?
This includes coils, plug wires, plug caps, spark plugs, ballast resistors, breaker points, condenser, ignition advance mechanism, ignition switch, kill switch, main fuse, battery, and all associated wiring harness components. Note: Ignition performance and timing is critical on GL1000s!
What happens if your carb belts are off?
The GL1000 is an interference design engine. If your belts are off by 1 tooth, your engine will run like crap. If your belts are off by 2 or more teeth, serious engine damage will occur immediately. Note: Keep in mind that all ignition issues must be perfect before carb work is undertaken.
What’s the correct way to balance a carb?
It’s almost as easy to use an 8 mm wrench and plain flat screwdriver. Loosen the locknut at Adjuster A. Turn the screw to balance carb #1 and carb #3 on the right side. Adjustment is correct when both cylinders show approximately the same reading. Carefully, tighten the locknut while holding the screw stationary.
Which is the last step in rejetting carbs?
Stationary adjustment (air screw/ fuel screw) The last step is adjusting the air mixture screw or pilot jet. This screw controls the air/fuel mixture when the engine is running stationary and helps the engine start smooth. Working on this little fellow can also indicate that your main jet is too big or small.
What’s the best way to Rejet carbs on a motorcycle?
First of all, it’s important to have the motorcycle running (how it’s running does not matter). Take it for a small ride (1 or 2 miles) to warm up the engine, open up the throttle and shut it off while riding.
Where is the mixture screw on a Harley CV carburetor?
The CV style Harley carburetor has a small cylindrical tower protruding from the bottom rear of the spigot (behind the bowl). The tower is plugged with a soft metal insert covering the mixture screw. Gaining access to this screw is key to fine tuning and must be remove.
Do you need to rebuild a carburetor rebuild kit?
A carburetor has a lot of parts in it that consist of “soft” materials. That means that carbs will wear out over time. To make sure that your parts are in mint condition, it’s advised to use a carburetor rebuild kit. Since the materials are soft you have to work on them with proper tools and care!