Factory Pro HDJ needle jet

[gl_s_r]

though I have carbon wheels and CMC rotors... na na na na na.....

wait.... is that a carbon link rod/bar?......... hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm, could use one of those...........

I know about them wheels and rotors... and I like them lots, be nice to see them on the bike and all ready to go.

As for the carbon link rod, yes it is and maybe I could find one for you one day?

[mik_str]

ah yes, that's what I was hoping to hear, lol

You know how to reach me (that is, of course, if you happen to find one laying around..... it wouldn't even have to have slots in it....)

cheers

P.S. One last thing: you da man!!!!!!!!!!

[sirch345]

Chris.

[mik_str]

so, carbs came in a few days ago...... had a look at the HDJ needle jets and can't see the small holes, though I am wondering if they are perhaps on the underside... also, they have installed the 1.7 jet kit, which means that the main air jets have been removed and replaced (holes are 1.4mm on front and 1.1 mm on rear, both of which seem larger than the stock hole from what I can see). Anyhow, as I am trying to learn how everything works, not to mention I want to reduce the number of times I have to pull the carbs apart next spring as I venture to get the jetting spot-on, I sent an e-mail to Marc at FP asking him about the following:

- all else being equal, does the switch to the HDJ needle jet require richer or leaner settings, and by how much (clip positions and MJ sizes)?

- as I am running a set of identical length HPower (long) stacks on my bike (instead of the staggered OEM stacks), will the new MAJ set-up work for me or will additional changes be needed? Also asked him to explain why the stagger on the hole sizes.

Hoping to get an answer.....

[sirch345]

Interesting Micky Those questions sound like what I would be wondering about if I was doing this myself. If Marc can supply the information you're requesting, that should definitely help in reducing the set-up time, as you say.

Keep us posted bud

Chris.

[mik_str]

so, carbs came in a few days ago...... had a look at the HDJ needle jets and can't see the small holes, though I am wondering if they are perhaps on the underside... also, they have installed the 1.7 jet kit, which means that the main air jets have been removed and replaced (holes are 1.4mm on front and 1.1 mm on rear, both of which seem larger than the stock hole from what I can see). Anyhow, as I am trying to learn how everything works, not to mention I want to reduce the number of times I have to pull the carbs apart next spring as I venture to get the jetting spot-on, I sent an e-mail to Marc at FP asking him about the following:

- all else being equal, does the switch to the HDJ needle jet require richer or leaner settings, and by how much (clip positions and MJ sizes)?

- as I am running a set of identical length HPower (long) stacks on my bike (instead of the staggered OEM stacks), will the new MAJ set-up work for me or will additional changes be needed? Also asked him to explain why the stagger on the hole sizes.

Hoping to get an answer.....

replies (finally) received:

"1. - "all things being equal"
Should be about the same jet sizes - It's supposed to deliver the same fuel, just in a better state.
2. - "stacks"
Should work the same as before - I've done testing w long and short stacks and the MAJ remained the same."

In case anyone is thinking of trying this out themselves......

[sirch345]

That's good news Micky, that should help in fine tuning time and the number of times you will have to pull the carbs apart

Chris.

[mik_str]

Indeed. I am/was trying to limit the number of times I have to tear into the carbs.

[mik_str]

So, after having issues caused by a loose fit of the HDJs, I sent them back to Factory Pro to get them fixed. Apparently the O-rings used during the initial install weren't applying enough tension, allowing the needle jets to move around. Anyhow, I finally got word today that they are supposedly fixed and should be on their way home soon (just in time to be installed onto my refurbished engine). While the turnover time was longer than I would have hoped (mind you, my bike was out of commission anyhow), Marc at FP has stood behind his product and agreed to cover the postage fees (there and back) and warranty work, so kudos to them. It should be said too, that he noted having to wait for new O-rings to arrive, adding to the turnover time.

Will keep everyone posted with eventual results. I continue to remain hopeful as to the potential of these needle jets.....

cheers

[8541Hawk]

Interesting..... I will say that Marc has been a great guys to work with in my experience.

I was spoiled back when I lived in the Bay Area as a trip to FP was just a quick ride

Looking forward to seeing how these set up works out for you.

[sirch345]

So, after having issues caused by a loose fit of the HDJs, I sent them back to Factory Pro to get them fixed. Apparently the O-rings used during the initial install weren't applying enough tension, allowing the needle jets to move around. Anyhow, I finally got word today that they are supposedly fixed and should be on their way home soon (just in time to be installed onto my refurbished engine). While the turnover time was longer than I would have hoped (mind you, my bike was out of commission anyhow), Marc at FP has stood behind his product and agreed to cover the postage fees (there and back) and warranty work, so kudos to them. It should be said too, that he noted having to wait for new O-rings to arrive, adding to the turnover time.

Will keep everyone posted with eventual results. I continue to remain hopeful as to the potential of these needle jets.....

cheers

Cheers for the update Micky
Marc at FP sounds like are reasonable guy.
At least the carbs have not held you up,

Chris.

[mik_str]

Update: I e-mailed Factory Pro on the weekend for my monthly carb update and it seems they finally got the O-ring situation sorted. Marc informed me that the carbs would be dropped off in the mail tomorrow. No immediate mad rush to get them back as bike season is over here (winter, though truthfully you'd never know it from looking outside at the present time), but I wasn't sure if things would ever get sorted. Come on spring so I can get theses babies mounted up and do some testing..... high hopes......

[sirch345]

Cheers for the update Micky, good to know things are moving again, in your direction

Chris.

[mik_str]

thanks Chris (ever the gent you are )

I look forward to getting them mounted up and taking the bike for a ride to see if it was all worth the hassle.....

[sirch345]

I look forward to getting them mounted up and taking the bike for a ride to see if it was all worth the hassle.....

It may not be worth all the hassle you've had, but even so, if it's worth some of it, it will be worth doing

I look forward to hearing how it goes in the spring Micky Good luck,

Chris.