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Old January 30th, 2019, 09:51 AM   #7
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Name: Gordon
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Motorcycle(s): '95 DUCATI 900SS/SP '07 DUCATI SS800 '19 HONDA CBR650R

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MOTM - Nov '18, Mar '17
if an individual is not sure of the position of the pilot screws after doing a carb service that usually means they weren't actually removed during the cleaning service.

And by not removing them...it means your carbs are NOT truly clean.

The pilot jet to pilot screw passage is vitally important to vigorously clear. Both screw and jet MUST be removed to fully access and service the circuit, returning to accepted starting position of 2.5 turns. (Further setting/tuning , bike hot, for highest RPM for each cylinder is advised, up to the individual to take the time and effort.... and avoid burning oneself! )

Minimum compressed air (powerful, not the canned stuff) and carb cleaner required in this application.

FWIW...always wise to replace the tiny orings and clean/polish the metering tip of the pilot screw whilst you're in there, too!

NEVER start a carb service without full kits/orings and float valves in hand.
These are consumables with replacement needs, never meant to last the life of the bike.

Good luck with it, hope the above helps and you work it out easily.
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