RE: [Virago] Re: Virago vs V-Star (was Virago vs Intruder 1400)

["Wayne Jessen" <wjessen@xxxxxxx>]

So, smaller carbs maybe a good thing for the extra torque I need for the
sidecar.  What about at 65 mph into the wind going up a hill?

Wayne

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Subject: Re: [Virago] Re: Virago vs V-Star (was Virago vs Intruder 1400)

"I was just going to ask why they'd go with 37mm if it hurts, what's
the plus? better economy? "



Smaller carbs enhance the low-end because under identical load conditions,
the air velocity is higher which allows the carb to meter the fuel better.

Jeremy

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