carbs

The other day I was riding my 2004 FZ1 and on the lower RPMs it felt like it wasn't running on all 4. I decided (very stupidly) to tear into the carbs and clean them up. When I put it all back together, I tried to start it and it ran for about half a second, then died, tried again and there was...

I recently purchased my first FZ1 (blue 05); been a long-time fan and came across a deal that would allow me to scratch that itch I've always had! I'm excited to get her up and running and want to thank you in advance for any suggestions or insight you may have. On to the issue - The bike had...

Thinking about getting a FZ1 for a around town and short ride bike. I have a Harley for traveling. is the carb. bikes pretty dependable as far as having trouble with the carbs, or would I be better off getting a fuel injected bike. Thanks for the advice in advance...............

Hey guys, just probing brains of the willing. I got a new me gen 1. It has a clear title but is was thoroughly wrecked. Still a good running and riding bike, the forks are slightly out of true and that is the worst of it. Although it seems to run rich, maybe because its burning Earl through the...

OK the frustration has hit the ceiling. My choke lever moves the choke cable near the carbs but the choke does not seem to engage upon starting. So I have to get the bike started without the choke on! I'm in Ottawa Canada and the weather is warm now so it helps! But still the lever is moving the...

So, thought I'd take my carbs apart as my machine has sat for 2 years, good thing I did take them apart, will also help with putting in the de-anti-smog kit and the valve job and all the electrical warmth I'm putting on. I've never seen motorcycle carburetors that have engine coolant running...

what is the best way to do this , do I have to REMOVE the CARBS? to get to where the throttle cable attaches to the CARBS? thanks :p