Hi there,
I recently purchased a beautiful VR for next to nothing with 33K on the ODO. It had been sitting for awhile due to it needing a starter clutch, (sounded like crushing rocks), which I have had experience in replacing so, no big deal. Once I replaced the SC I then had to replace the battery. I then drained and replaced the old gas as well as added some Sea Foam. With that I turned the key, pulled the choke, hit the start button, and she fired right up. There were cheers all around!!! Here comes my issue and I'm sure it is very common; It idles great with full choke. I can even give it some throttle and it will rev slightly before wanting to die. I know this all leads to cracking the carbs open and cleaning out the gunk. When looking into the carbs, they don't look like a bit of fun to me. So, has anyone had any luck in getting the carbs to clear themselves without having to break into them? I understand that this is probably a long shot but, I thought it would not hurt to ask. I do have many years wrenching on various types of bikes but I have to be honest, the carburetor configuration on this particular machine is a little intimidating.
Any help would be appreciated,
Thanks!