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Daytona Charlie,
I purchased the Daytona last year via ebay. The bike was in meticulous condition-very well cared for and just a shade under 10,000 miles.
Last year, I did have the carbs synched at a shop-though can't specifically state if the steps you outlined below were followed. I do know the gas tank had rust-so was steamed and cleaned. I have yet to remove the carbs but can imagine that some rust and grime is gunked inside. Side note: right now the bike is gettiing around 120 mph to a full tank. Which I think is less than what some other T3 daytona owners have posted.
If I'm removing the carbs for cleaning, would it be recommended to rebuild as well?
New air filter (K&N) is on the way, unsure if a fuel filter was previously installed.
What exactly is replacing the coils?
Thanks.
-RR
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I installed a jet kit in my 96 Daytona 1200 and it made a huge difference. I had a flat spot around 4,000 rpm that lasted till 5,000, the jet kit cured that. The kit I used was from K&N specifically for my model bike. It came with two sets of jets, one for stock and one for aftermarket exhausts. No guess work. The only drawback I've experienced is about 5 mpg loss in fuel mileage.
You said you had the carbs tuned. What was done besides having them synchronized? Were the pilot air screws also adjusted (2-1/2 turns out works best)?
Even if both were done your bike could benefit from a jet kit but that may not be all... How many miles are on your bike? Has it ever sat for several months without being ridden (ever in it's life)? Have the carbs ever been rebuilt?
To see what's involved click here.
I suspect your carbs may need to have the float needles and seats inspected and or replaced. If the bike ever sat without being ridden for any extended period then you'll also need to have the pilot jets removed and poke a wire (or suitable poking devise) through the opening to remove varnish build up.
It's also possible you could have a vacuum leak, check the rubber boots between the carbs and the engine for cracks.
When was the last time the air filter was serviced or the fuel filter (if fitted) replaced? Have you ever replaced the coils? There are a lot of things it could be and sometimes it could be several things that all add up to a crappy running bike. You'll need to have each issue addressed one at a time to figure it out but when all is sorted it'll run sooo sweet.
good luck,
dc
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