Gas thieves here have been punching tanks dry, and catalytic converter thieves have been using cordless reciprocating saws.
Hit it with a boost box and some starting fluid (not too much)
I appreciate the suggestion. I actually managed to get it running right about the time of your post. I recharged the battery (the bike had charging issues before I parked it) and just let it sit for 20 minutes. No starter fluid. I don't know why for sure, but letting them sit and ponder their misbehavior seems to be a jedi trick with some of these things. I think maybe the plugs were just too wet? Anyway, it started without the choke, eventually. It smoked like a train for a long time...from the exhaust, and from the oil leaked down from the valve cover gaskets.
I forgot how good these things sound compared to an inline 4!
I replaced the fuel line, the intake boots and clamps, and these carbs were rebuilt by dannymax...I think around 6 years ago?
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After such a thrilling garage success, I treated myself to a very late dinner suitable for a king:
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A Banquet pot pie and a Diet Dr Pepper. Does a man deserve such riches?
Better watch them loud pipes in Va now ... lol
A strong battery helps things. Let us know how it runs if you're able to take it out, and if it starts easily after getting cold.
Seems like it started easily.
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