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Pilot Jet Stripped

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LambBrainz

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Took the carbs off the new bike because the previous previous owner (PPO) had pods on it. The carbs would also leak on the side stand; so I wanted to open them up and just clean everything, get some new gaskets, and see if I need to re-jet them back to stock (it has an airbox now).

To my horror, I found brass shavings on the pilot jet plug as well as the pilot jet completely stripped. I wanted to check with you all and see if my plan is solid or dumb.

The plan is to use a small drill bit to grab the jet and slowly back it out. Clean everything real good, and replace the jet. I'm really not sure what else could be done aside from getting new carbs, but that seems drastic at this stage. I could also use a screw extractor, maybe (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGYSM3E1K0Y)

I managed to find some replacement jets that seem to match the manual and what I have in front of me. I'd love some confirmation on that as well (https://www.ebay.com/itm/302809657835)

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I'd use some penetrating oil, followed by a heat gun
a proper fitting screwdriver is critical, even if you have to grind one down to fit

I'd go to Jetsrus.com for the correct jets
 
Yep, I hate to have inherited this problem, but at least when I'm done I'll know they're good to go.

jetsrus.com seems perfect; first time hearing about this site and it seems to have everything. Thanks!
 
Yes, heat and penetrating oil are good. And drill a small hole and pound in a torx bit that's a little bigger. Those grab nicely.
 
If you end up losing all of the purchase you can get on the slot trying with the correct size screwdriver, try a left-handed drill bit after oil and heat. Then a torx if you have to like Ed said.
 
Congrats, love see'in things that could get pretty drastic taken care of rather easily... Headed in the right direction, keep it up.
 
LambBrainz said:
The carbs would also leak on the side stand...
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I've always used a brick under the side stand of my 11EZ. In fact, before I replaced the fork springs, I used two bricks!
It's more esthetically pleasing to me that way (I don’t have a center stand).
 
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