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Oil, air and plugs all changed within the last 100 miles. 9k miles on the bike. Should be too early for valves.

I've been noticing in the last year a decline in power of my XX. A couple things stand out. When I bought it, I could release the clutch on a hill in first and it would idle up on its own. Starts from the light in 2nd were easy as well. The bike almost stalls doing this now. Generally speaking, the pickup on flicking the throttle is reduced as well. Here are the things I'm planning on checking, I'd appreciate it if if you guys could lend some advice on the order. fuel filter muffler (clogged??) timing (though you can usually tell timing by a rough idle) compression test injectors (D) Hookers

Same here.

You suck.

I'm getting atrocious mileage as well. 120-140 miles on a tank around the city when it should be at least 30mpg. Oil, plugs and airfilter have been changed. Dirty fuel filter? Suggestions?

They recommend a 1/4 - 1/2 twist past snug. Thats kind of vague though. When you loosen the ones in there you'll get a feel for how tight it should be. I'm still looking for a low force torque wrench for this kind of job. Wish I had a better answer for you, best of luck. jesse

Maxx, I followed those instructions. Can't imagine doing it Honda's way. Thanks for the help. jesse.

I didn't adjust the gap, just checked it. Wire-feeler without forcing it, so hopefully its still ok. jeez, #1 plugs are a pain to get at. Thanks for the help. jesse

super.

I'm in the process of installing the new ngk plugs (iridium) and the instructions on the plug package state not to gap them. When I see what they are set to its 0.030 whereas the book calls for 0.040. Is this ok and should I do it anyway or just use the default?