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Mikuni 42 tuning

Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by Devil Dog 84, Apr 6, 2005.

  1. Devil Dog 84

    Devil Dog 84 New Member

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    I have a 93 lowrider with Mik 42, SE Aircleaner, Super Trapp Mean Mothers (competition baffle for the backpressure) and Dyna 2000 SF ignition. Does anyone know the needle and jetting I need to make or is it a hunt and peck following the tuning guide from the book? Just checking experience first. No great time pressure since I am stuck here in the big sandbox until June. Thanks for any 2 cents and Semper Fi!
  2. CD

    CD Guest

    Watch out for the sand, some of it bites.

    In order to get tuning dialed in, you have to consider altitude, temperature and the engine setup. A lot of carburetors like the Mikuni are close out of th box but, to get them spot on you need to do a plug chop or two or throw it on the dyno.
    Check out our FAQ for some tuning tips.
  3. Devil Dog 84

    Devil Dog 84 New Member

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    Thanks CD, From reading the tech tip, I like your suggestion better than the ones recommended in the manual. Looks like I will at least have an excuse to open it up, (Like I needed one!) I bought my Mikuni from you and wondered if you sell individual needles and jets?
  4. CD

    CD Guest

    Yes, we do have a supply of needles and mains..

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