Thinking of Putting Mikuni Flatslides on a 1978 GS...

[Anonymous]

I am new to the site, but there is a lot of great info here. I have learned a lot. Thanks to you guys... But I have a question.

I have a 1978 GS1000 that has a Bassini Superbike pipe, Dyna ignition and K&N Oval Air filters. It runs good, but I have an oportunity to get some Makuni RS Flatside Carbs in 34, 36, or 38mm size.

Has anyone used these cards before? Are they good on the street, meaning is the performance worth the install? Hass anyone already installed these on their bike, and what do you think.

I really would appriciate any feedback..

Thanks

Edler

[KEITH KRAUSE]

I don't think those carbs will fit your head.
Also, in my opinion, they're too big for a 1000 engine with just pipe and pod mod's. The head would have to be ported/polished to better justify carbs that big. I've heard the 33's are a pain to correctly jet with just pipe/pods. To sensitive to smaller throttle openings, etc. Not good "street manners".
Maybe if you did some head/cam mod's it would justify them.
The best carbs for a 1000 with your mods are the Mikuni 29mm smoothbores, in my opinion. Getting hard to find a good set and parts though.

[Anonymous]

Great, thanks Keith,

Thats just want I was wondering. I will look for the 29's.

Thank you!

[sagent]

where are you getting those flatsides from, I have a kat that may be able to do somthing with that...

[Rock]

I just rebuilt a set of vm 29 carbs for my 78 gs1000. All the parts are available at www.sudco.com

[Anonymous]

I just rebuilt a set of vm 29 carbs for my 78 gs1000. All the parts are available at www.sudco.com

Great! Thanks for all the info!!