thats ...ok we all take what we feel is relevant from others posts.Hi. I will have to wait another day now to try your tests. Sorry didn't mean to appear ungrateful
I'm not convinced the problem lies with the carburettor but with so little information its a crapshoot to advise to be honest.
Its a pity you haven't another xs650 owner nearby you could get some help from .Two heads are always better than one in these cases .......unless they drink all your beer and eat all your sarnies