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DSN_klr650@yahoogroups.com, "steve_rolfeca"
wrote:
> My bike started hunting at around 55mph in top gear, after I did
the
> popular airbox lid mod.
>
> The bike runs AOK above or below this speed, and if I open the
> throttle slightly while it is hunting, it accelerates smoothly and
> strongly.
>
> I suspect that turbulent air coming through the new opening might
be
> upsetting the mixture at small throttle settings.
>
> My bike only has about 8,000km on it, and has been well-maintained.
>
> The intake and exhaust are stock, except for a pilot jet adjustment
> (about a 1/2 turn more than stock) and a shim under the needle.
> Prior to opening up the airbox lid, the bike was running a hair
> rich, as evidenced by soot buildup on the rear fender.
>
> Has anyone else experienced this? If so, have they tried putting a
> dam around the opening, to smooth the airflow? What jetting do
> people run with the stock exhaust and an open airbox?
>
I'd would suspect a lean condition, and recommend the KLX needle,
collar, and e-clip. It's easily adjustable and the taper is IHMO
much better that the stocker. It's working for me Barbie Bike.
Total parts were about $23 via ronayers.com, and the part-numbers
are IN THE FAQ. Thank you Doc Krok!
MarkB