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techtalk:ref:carb01 [2020/05/10 18:45]
hippysmack [Carbs Used on Iron Head Sportsters from 1957-1985 by Serial / Model Number]
techtalk:ref:carb01 [2022/05/06 16:07]
ixl2relax old revision restored (2022/05/06 15:46)
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-====== ​FACTORY CARBURETORS ​Installed on Sportsters 1957 - 2006 ======+====== ​Aftermarket Carburetors ​Installed on Sportsters 1957 - 2006 ======
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 ===== Sub Documents ===== ===== Sub Documents =====
  
-  * Lectron Carburetor Kit (27154-78), ​74-E78+  * Lectron Carburetor Kit (27154-78), ​1974-E1978 FXFXS 
   * [[techtalk:​ref:​carb01w|Basic Keihin BD (Screaming Eagle) Information]]   * [[techtalk:​ref:​carb01w|Basic Keihin BD (Screaming Eagle) Information]]
  
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   * [[techtalk:​ref:​carb01c|Mikuni HSR Function and Tuning]]   * [[techtalk:​ref:​carb01c|Mikuni HSR Function and Tuning]]
   * [[techtalk:​ref:​carb01d|Choke Relocation on a Mikuni HSR]]   * [[techtalk:​ref:​carb01d|Choke Relocation on a Mikuni HSR]]
 +  * [[techtalk:​ref:​carb01e|Mikuni HSR42 - Mounting]]
  
 **VM Series**: \\ **VM Series**: \\
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 **Solex**: \\ **Solex**: \\
   * [[techtalk:​ref:​carb01e|Mikuni Solex Pics]]   * [[techtalk:​ref:​carb01e|Mikuni Solex Pics]]
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 Other than exact replacement OEM carburetors,​ all Mikuni aftermarket carburetors and tuning components are sold "As Is" for off road / racing use only. ((http://​www.mikunipower.com/​VM01.htm)) \\ Other than exact replacement OEM carburetors,​ all Mikuni aftermarket carburetors and tuning components are sold "As Is" for off road / racing use only. ((http://​www.mikunipower.com/​VM01.htm)) \\
 They are not intended or approved for use on vehicles operated on public roads or in locations where applicable engine tampering and anti-pollution laws apply. \\ They are not intended or approved for use on vehicles operated on public roads or in locations where applicable engine tampering and anti-pollution laws apply. \\
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 +**Counterfeit Mikuni Alert**!!:
  
 There are plenty of Mikuni and Keihin carburetors in the market that are not authentic. ((http://​www.sudco.com/​genuine_vs_fake_carburetors.html)) \\ There are plenty of Mikuni and Keihin carburetors in the market that are not authentic. ((http://​www.sudco.com/​genuine_vs_fake_carburetors.html)) \\
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 If you're not sure if it's a genuine carburetor, the Sudco International site has a web page with pics of genuine and fake carbs. \\ If you're not sure if it's a genuine carburetor, the Sudco International site has a web page with pics of genuine and fake carbs. \\
 Follow [[http://​www.sudco.com/​genuine_vs_fake_carburetors.html|this link]] or you can call them directly to verify a seller. ((Sudco International Corp. 2410 S. Sequoia Drive Compton, CA 90220 Tel.(310) 637-8330 • Fax (310) 637-8331)) \\ Follow [[http://​www.sudco.com/​genuine_vs_fake_carburetors.html|this link]] or you can call them directly to verify a seller. ((Sudco International Corp. 2410 S. Sequoia Drive Compton, CA 90220 Tel.(310) 637-8330 • Fax (310) 637-8331)) \\
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 +Click on the pic to enlarge. \\
 +{{:​techtalk:​ref:​carb:​counterfeit_mikuni_pic_by_aswracing.jpg?​direct&​800|}} ((photo by aswracing of the XLFORUM http://​xlforum.net/​forums/​showthread.php?​p=5829469#​post5829469)) \\
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 +**Mikuni vs CV-40**: \\
 +|Mikuni HSR42 on a relatively low powered bike: \\ Not a whole lot. Some, but not a lot.((chart by aswracing of the XLFORUM http://​xlforum.net/​forums/​showthread.php?​t=1725973&​highlight=oil+pump&​page=27))|Mikuni HSR42 \\ Now let's bump the power up a little bit to see what Mikuni brings to \\ the party: Still not much. Course, this isn't a whole lot stronger bike. ((chart by aswracing of the XLFORUM http://​xlforum.net/​forums/​showthread.php?​t=1725973&​highlight=oil+pump&​page=27))|
 +|{{:​techtalk:​ref:​carb:​mikuni_vs_cv40_1_by_aswracing.gif?​direct&​400|}}|{{:​techtalk:​ref:​carb:​mikuni_vs_cv40_2_by_aswracing.gif?​direct&​400|}}|
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 +|Mikuni HSR42 \\ OK, now let's put it on a bit stronger bike: \\ Holy cow, made a pretty big difference at this power level. ((chart by aswracing of the XLFORUM http://​xlforum.net/​forums/​showthread.php?​t=1725973&​highlight=oil+pump&​page=27))|Mikuni HSR45 \\ Now let's step it up some more: Shazam. \\ It's worth nearly 11hp on a 111hp bike! ((chart by aswracing of the XLFORUM http://​xlforum.net/​forums/​showthread.php?​t=1725973&​highlight=oil+pump&​page=27))|
 +|{{:​techtalk:​ref:​carb:​mikuni_vs_cv40_3_by_aswracing.gif?​direct&​400|}}|{{:​techtalk:​ref:​carb:​mikuni_vs_cv40_4_by_aswracing.gif?​direct&​400|}}|
  
 ==== Mikuni Manuals and Other Helpful Links ==== ==== Mikuni Manuals and Other Helpful Links ====
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 ====== Rivera SU Carbs ====== ====== Rivera SU Carbs ======
  
-  * Click here for instructions for {{ :pdf:​su_intimidator_i-ii_carb_instructions.pdf |Eliminator I & II carbs in PDF}}. +  * Click here for instructions for {{ pdf-bulletin:​su_intimidator_i-ii_carb_instructions.pdf |Eliminator I & II carbs in PDF}}. 
-  * Here are some more {{ :pdf:​su_carb_instructions.pdf |Instructions for SU carbs}}.+  * Here are some more {{ pdf-bulletin:​su_carb_instructions.pdf |Instructions for SU carbs}}.
  
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