Recent content by Matt400

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    Startup problem

    So I've done more looking and it seems that there is an electrical issue causing it to not spark a good portion of the time. I have not looked into the electrical at all yet but do you know where I should start?
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    Startup problem

    Hey everyone, I recently cleaned the carbs and re-jetted my 400. Since putting it all back in I have been having some problems getting the bike to start. Before doing the carb it started up right away (but had fuel issues at high speeds hence the carb job). After doing the carb I cannot get it...
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    Startup problems

    Hey folks, This is a weird one and neither myself or my friends can figure it out. I recently cleaned the carbs and re jetted my 400. Since putting it all back in I have been having some problems getting the bike to start. It seems to start about 30% of the time when its started from perfectly...
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    Top speed problems

    Wow hahaha well I'm very glad I found this forum to get your help. Thanks folks!!
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    Top speed problems

    Hey folks. So my buddy and I checked the spark plugs, changed the oil, did a compression test, checked the tires psi, sprayed in some carb cleaner, cleaned out the airbox and intake, and then I took it out again. It goes a bit faster now (consistently 90 km/h as opposed to 80 before). But now...
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    Top speed problems

    It's a 1982 so dohc. I will take a look at these things and report back. Thanks for the info!
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    Top speed problems

    Hey folks, I'm brand new to the forum as well as motorcycles and was hoping to get some help with my 400. I've done some research and can't seem to find a problem similar to mine. Basically, everyone I've heard of is saying they're getting around 90 mph conservatively but I am only getting it...
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