Life gets in the way again. I'm unable to make the spring rally this year, but I'm still looking forward to the fall rally. I hope everyone a great time.

Best wishes
Kurt

Morning,

I am looking for 120/180 new set up and wondering what you guys recommend based on your experience.
Those days, so many options to choose.....I want sticky tires but not track tires.

Cheers

Quote from: Karl321 on April 23, 2026, 05:30:17 PMHello all,

I have an 86 FJ1200 that I bought nonrunning due to sitting too long. It has the stock intake box and duel exhaust with Kerker mufflers.

I've got the carbs apart and all jetting is stock.

Here's my question: will the Kerker aftermarket mufflers affect the jetting? My plan is to remove the stock box and use the duel foam pods from RPM Racing that are on order.

I also have an FJ1200 Dynojet kit from another project, and have the adjustable needles from that kit available to use.

What's a good starting carb setup for foam pods and duel exhaust with Kerker mufflers?

FYI, this is my third FJ1200 project in as many months. The first two were a 91 and a 92, both with pods and a 4 into 1 exhaust with a Vance & Hines muffler. Both bikes are screamers now! (And for sale on Marketplace in Cincinnati).

Thanks for any advice.

Many posts already discussed same set ups however to make a short:
4-1 exhaust and Pods set up, jetting below:
Sample: 40/155/117.5 or 42.5/160/120, shim under needle as Randy recommended in previous discussions.

Important factor: As altitude increases, air density decreases, which can lead to a leaner mixture.

Thanks

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Quote from: Waiex191 on May 02, 2026, 09:43:30 PMWhat you need is a '72 Harley 2-stroke golf cart.  Like the one I need to sell.  Needs an inverted fork conversion.

I just finished restoring a 1965 Harley Topper.....  same motor I believe.    Its for sale Dan!!!

You know you want it Dan....

Lol. That's my brother riding my 58 cushman. I bought it from a coworker for $500...of course it's hopped up. He had a guy that holds a bunch of speed records for cushman scooters build the motor. It's even got a 2 piece billet head. It'll do 70mph. I know when he was telling me about it as the build was going he had about $6500 into it.

So sorry to hear of your dads passing. My dad passed 9 years ago and I miss him dearly. Condolences to you and your family

Thanks for your help on the last 2 posts..


So I just made some basic tests.

The battery was recently replaced and was showing 13.02 on the trickle charger.

With the key on I have front marker lights and the headlight, I put the high beam on
and after a few tries I had good on and off high beam with the blue instrument light working.
I have the orange instrument lights.

I have
No horn
No signals
No clock
No rear lights
No rear markers or signals
No brake lights
No neutral light
I confirmed the rear wheel was spinning and tested the starter
It worked and the bike started up !!!!!
Revving the engine confirmed I still have No Tach
When I turn the key on I can hear the fuel pump priming.. maybe not quite as fast as before but not sure. It was not hard to start...

The black fuse box (6) beside the battery has a row of  4 fuses and then two more a bit lower as you move inboard on the bike.
With the key on and a test light on the NEG Bat I had power in the first 4 fuses and nothing in 2 lower fuses...
I had previously done continuity checks and all 6 fuses looked good.

Thanks for any thoughts or ideas.

Quote from: axiom-r on Yesterday at 05:16:04 PM

Quote from: Waiex191 on May 02, 2026, 09:43:30 PMWhat you need is a '72 Harley 2-stroke golf cart.  Like the one I need to sell.  Needs an inverted fork conversion.

I just finished restoring a 1965 Harley Topper.....  same motor I believe.     Its for sale Dan!!!

You know you want it Dan....

Quote from: Waiex191 on May 02, 2026, 09:43:30 PMWhat you need is a '72 Harley 2-stroke golf cart.  Like the one I need to sell.  Needs an inverted fork conversion.

I just finished restoring a 1965 Harley Topper.....  same motor I believe.     Its for sale Dan!!!

I was able to remove the switch using a 10mm socket and a long extension from under the triple clamps. Took off the tank to get to the connector. I've cleaned off the switch contacts and the spade connectors as best as I could. The FJ switch is a lot easier to take apart than my kid's '84 Magna. Pics in reverse order.

I'm in, Friday night the 15th and Saturday night the 16th. Looking forward to seeing you guys!