TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE flat spots

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  1. Jonniego

    Jonniego New Member

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    So first time on here. Here goes.
    Got new to me 2001 Bonnie with only 300miles on the clock.
    So as it has been standing for some time, no surprise running rough.
    Cleaned carbs, removed Ai, running better but flat spot going up hill.
    Cleaned carbs again, samething.
    Removed snorkel, running fine.
    Question is how best to adjust air flow or get rid of flat spot without removing snorkel.
    Thanks in advance.
     
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    Thanks will have a look. Cheers
     
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    thebiglad Old fart, still riding !

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    The very first thing I would do is to remove the snorkel, as it is tremendously restrictive. I would remove the snorkel and the air filter and go for a test ride to evaluate the difference.
     
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    Removed the snorkel and is running well. Do you think I should up the jets.
     
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    Thanks all.
     
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    darkman Crème de la Crème

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    I would just change the air filter for a k&n
     
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    thebiglad Old fart, still riding !

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    And in your opinion, is it running well enough for you?

    These bikes have loads of tuning options, it just depends how much you need/want?
     
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    steve lovatt Something else

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    "Saucy" pipes Dave - we all need saucy pipes!
     
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