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I have put the new filter in and will test it again when I get chance. Are these symptoms fairly common then and nothing to worry about? As I mentioned before its been a while since Iv had a bike with carbs so cant really remember how they are to live with. With the bike having carbs is it likely ...

Thanks Carl, I have just swapped a filthy standard air filter for a brand new standard air filter. Not had chance to test if the problem still happens with new filter yet. Will try watching the revs drop and see what happens. I have lightly blipped the throttle when cold and it bogs down and doesn't ...

I thought that might be the answer. There is a chance that there isnt really an issue at all. I know vtr's have a reputation for been terrible to ride at low speeds. So is what I am getting normal and do I just need to ignore it until the bike is fully warmed up? The Tps is a possible fix for me to ...

Its still go original cans on it. that's not to say that previous owner didn't swap it back to standard before getting rid so may still have been jetted. Is there any way to tell?

Thanks for your reply. I have fitted a new air filter and spark plugs but not had chance to test it yet. The old air filter was black with dirt. My bike is a UK model. Will it still have the "pairs gubbins" if so where will I find it? Once warmed up the bike ticks over at 1200rpm already but does ...

Hi, I have just bought a 2005 VTR Firestorm 12000 miles on the clock (and looks to be in standard condition) and have a small issue that when riding along at roughly 30mph, 2nd gear, 3000rpm there is an intermittent misfire then the bike will be fine for about 10 seconds (approx) then do it again ...