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[blaine]

Originally Posted by cb3

Yea, Bike running. What a hot job. Havent found the perfect screwdriver yet so its not been the easiest of adjustments.

I found the small straight bit out of a 5 in 1 screwdriver works best.

:2tup: :rawk:

[cb3]

Ive been using a straight bit but turning with 1/4" wrench. Cant turn by hand.

[blaine]

Originally Posted by cb3

Ive been using a straight bit but turning with 1/4" wrench. Cant turn by hand.

Try using a 1/4" socket on the bit.It should be large enough to turn by hand and less awkward than the wrench.

:2tup: :cool:

[cb3]

Thanks Blaine. Good thinking. Way to stinkin easy for me. I just posted a question about shock adjustments. Have you found one setting better than the other. If so, easiest way to adjust?

[blaine]

Originally Posted by cb3

Thanks Blaine. Good thinking. Way to stinkin easy for me. I just posted a question about shock adjustments. Have you found one setting better than the other. If so, easiest way to adjust?

I found the 3rd setting the best for me,but I only weigh 140lbs.Any less than 3rd is to soft,any more is to stiff.I use a center punch to turn the adjusters,It fits in the hole perfectly.

[mole2]

Welcome aboard Calvin! Ride safe and keep the shiney side up.

[alantf]

Originally Posted by blaine

.Adjust in or out to achieve the highest idle.That is your sweet spot.

I was always taught to screw it in until it starts running rough, then screw it out until it starts running rough. Halfway between the two is the ideal spot. :2tup:

[3-D Video]

Originally Posted by alantf

I was always taught to screw it in until it starts running rough, then screw it out until it starts running rough. Halfway between the two is the ideal spot. :2tup:

Having gotten pretty adept at tuning simple engines, like older VWs and Land Rovers, the best way I've found to adjust the mix is to smell the exhaust. An acrid oder, it's too lean. A heavy oily oder, too rich. Kinda' like steam up your nose, spot on. I haven't tuned up my GZer yet, but the same should hold true… Oh, and if you do try this method, don't go riding straight away

[Water Warrior 2]

Originally Posted by alantf

I was always taught to screw it in until it starts running rough, then screw it out until it starts running rough. Then slowly screw it in till the roughness goes away and the engine has a stronge steady beat. Half way between may be a little too far in on some carbs. :2tup:

That might work a bit better Alantf

[Water Warrior 2]

Originally Posted by 3-D Video

Having gotten pretty adept at tuning simple engines, like older VWs and Land Rovers, the best way I've found to adjust the mix is to smell the exhaust. An acrid oder, it's too lean. A heavy oily oder, too rich. Kinda' like steam up your nose, spot on. I haven't tuned up my GZer yet, but the same should hold true… Oh, and if you do try this method, don't go riding straight away

And one day you will cross a threshold where you just drop unconcious next to a running engine. The results could be fatal, please stop doing that.