Discussing what works for you is part of what goes-one here. I'm always quick to announce that Sean Morley and 'dannymax' are the induction experts here. I'm simply relaying to another member things I've done which have brought me success. Sometimes I forget to mention something, and someone else takes-up the slack. If anyone contributes something incorrect, someone-else quickly offers a correction.
I think Edward's advice is good, though I do rely upon an ultrasonic cleaner where he doesn't favor the use of one. I have a dip bucket that's probably older than many members on-here. I use it with a 5 gallon bucket, when I use it. However, my friend at his shop allows me the use of his ultrasonic cleaner, and I do like the job it does.
It's like a visit to the dentist. First, open wide! That's disassembly.
Second, an inspection as things come-apart, to see if you find any obvious defects: torn gaskets, loose jets, missing parts (from having purchased used carb racks, it happens) bent or misaligned parts; torn/punctured diaphragms, missing O-rings (the small ones under the CV caps, above the air bleed screw); whatever.
Third, a good soak, of your choice, Gunk, Simple Green, vinegar, catsup, or an ultrasonic bath.
Fourth, rinse everything well. Inspect after rinsing.
Fifth, drying and inspecting. I like a rubber-tipped air hose blow-gun, be careful around the CV diaphragms and the small diaphragms on the carb sides.
Sixth, scraping of any residual gasket material, deposits, or anything you know needs to not be there.
Seventh, I use new needle valves.
Eighth, "reassembly is the reverse of disassembly." How-many times have you read that in a shop manual? New gaskets or O-rings where needed. I use WD-40 to make things that should slide, do-so.
Ninth, see that the linkages operate properly, no binding, no excessive friction. Lightly-seat air bleed screws below the CV caps, 2-1/2 turns out as a starting point. Attach the carb cables, ensure they work smoothly.
Tenth, lightly-lube the rubber gaskets to the VBoost manifold, ensure the carbs are fully-seated. Snug-down the boots. You should be able to get the engine started at this point. I would probably attach the airbox first, and snug-down the top of carb bellmouths to the airbox. Ensure the air filter is clean. Now, how-does the bike start and run? Balance the carbs, which should take not-much time.