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Re: Tinkering

Posted by sgtslag on Jul 11, 2011; 3:28am
URL: http://vintage-and-classic-hondas.81.s1.nabble.com/Tinkering-tp3157479p3157918.html

I like my K&N in the factory air box:  no muss, no fuss; plenty of air for the engine, without re-jetting needed.  Pods are a serious challenge to make work properly, so be sure of your commitment before starting.  NGK Iridium plugs, at around $8/plug, will enhance the ignition system, without replacing wires, coils, etc.  My '79 K started almost instantly, with the Iridium's -- I literally jumped, with the first start after installing them, as I normally had to grind it for 4-6 seconds, before it would fire, now it roars to life almost instantly, even after 5k miles of 'break-in' on the plugs.  They should last 50k+ miles, as well.  Cheers!
1979 CB750K (sold, 2012, but not forgotten)
1983 Kawasaki 440 LTD Belt Drive (sold, 2011)
1993 Kawasaki Voyager XII