A few 250 observations. Of late I'm finding the mesh fuel strainers, which should be inserted into the black inlet rail, to be pushed out of place....crumpled and way up a few inches into fuel lines. These are no doubt causing fuel flow issues.
I've discovered the Kawasaki factory EX500 fuel rail filter to fit *much more snug* and not pulling out every time the fuel line is removed.
I stock them and will offer the install option within my services going forward.
But owners need to be aware, I'm finding this a common issue. FWIW...YMMV
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Another 'trending" discovery, long term parking on sidestand. Within many carb services I'm encountering contaminants (damaging liquid additives as well as varnish) greatly affecting the LH carb moreso than the RH.
I'd suggest long term storage using centerstand (if so equipped) or an appropriate block of wood under sidestand to somewhat (safely) level the bike somewhat. I repeat....FWIW...YMMV.
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