Derek2k3
XS650 Enthusiast
Hey all,
I have a '79 650 Special, Hugh's PMA kit, running like a dream. It was parked over the winter with stabilizer in the tank, got it out and the thing ran like a freaking champ. Was beautiful, red-line in 4 gears without a miss.
Anyway, after a couple weeks of riding, I ended up with gas coming out of my left airbox a pretty extensive clip. The carbs had just been rebuilt before I parked it last year, but from what I can tell it is a floats problem.
I'm following the carb guide, gonna take it apart and clean/measure tonight. But, wanted your guys' advice on what exactly to keep an eye out for. The "inside information" that you experts have. Below are the facts:
1979 650 Special, stock carbs
Gasoline leaking out the left side airbox
Gasoline does NOT leak when the bike isn't running. Petcocks seem to be fine.
Vacuum style petcocks
Any opinions/advice/tips are welcomed! Thanks!
I have a '79 650 Special, Hugh's PMA kit, running like a dream. It was parked over the winter with stabilizer in the tank, got it out and the thing ran like a freaking champ. Was beautiful, red-line in 4 gears without a miss.
Anyway, after a couple weeks of riding, I ended up with gas coming out of my left airbox a pretty extensive clip. The carbs had just been rebuilt before I parked it last year, but from what I can tell it is a floats problem.
I'm following the carb guide, gonna take it apart and clean/measure tonight. But, wanted your guys' advice on what exactly to keep an eye out for. The "inside information" that you experts have. Below are the facts:
1979 650 Special, stock carbs
Gasoline leaking out the left side airbox
Gasoline does NOT leak when the bike isn't running. Petcocks seem to be fine.
Vacuum style petcocks
Any opinions/advice/tips are welcomed! Thanks!