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Rodney,
You are correct in the assumption that the Twin Max or a set of manometers (mercury tube) to synch the throttle bodies will work. The OEM didgital is simply faster and a wee bit more accurate, but not necessarily better. That's the ez part.
Remember you have to remove the fuel tank which contains the needed fuel pump and pressure regulator because all the adjustments are made while running.
The real difficulty lies in managing a way to connect or jumper the pressure and return fuel lines and the electrical connetors for the fuel pump. Figure that one and your home free. (No pun intended)
Like you, the only really good dealership is a fair distance away, over 100 miles one way. But, they are a VERY good service shop, so the trip and the cost is worth it in my opinion.
FWIW, there was 1 exhaust valve that was out of spec, tight by .001. That does'nt sound like much, but valve clearances normally tighten up in time so down the road that could become a problem.
But the good news is the bike runs so much better and I did'nt think it could be better than it was.
The valve adjust is pretty straight forward if you follow the manual and you're familiar with overhead cams and shims. Normally you can rearrange the existing shims and obtain the desired clearances, but if not then you have to acquire the needed shim(s) If your local dealer (like mine) does'nt have much stock to choose from then you're stuck with a special order and a long wait.
I've read the shims are common to another make/brand M/C, but I don't recall which. It would be nice to know though.
Good luck, hope this helps....
Dan'l
So. Calif.
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