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I am new to the group and recently scored a nice 1980 XS11 G with all the touring gear. The bike was not running - it was stored for many years and the carbs are a mess. I am aware that the jetting changed for 1980 and I am in the process of purchasing carb kits. Other then the jetting, is there any differences in carbs between a 78, 79 or 80 XS11? In other words, can I use 78 or 79 carb kits in my 1980, resulting in larger jets and more fuel flow? Are there any differences in the years that affect the float valve and needle? Finally, the earlier XS11's used the same main jets for all carbs but in 1980 (I think), the inner 2 carbs have different sized jets. Is this beneficial? Since I am purchasing carb kits with jets, I want to make the best choice for my 1980 XS11 - G.
Thanks
I am new to the group and recently scored a nice 1980 XS11 G with all the touring gear. The bike was not running - it was stored for many years and the carbs are a mess. I am aware that the jetting changed for 1980 and I am in the process of purchasing carb kits. Other then the jetting, is there any differences in carbs between a 78, 79 or 80 XS11? In other words, can I use 78 or 79 carb kits in my 1980, resulting in larger jets and more fuel flow? Are there any differences in the years that affect the float valve and needle? Finally, the earlier XS11's used the same main jets for all carbs but in 1980 (I think), the inner 2 carbs have different sized jets. Is this beneficial? Since I am purchasing carb kits with jets, I want to make the best choice for my 1980 XS11 - G.
Thanks
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