Carb jetting for 1971 CL350

[imgumbydamnit]

Hello, everyone I would first like to say that this site has helped me tremendously throughout my first build and as my first build comes to an end, I have a few odd and end questions about jetting and carbs. I have a 1971 CL350 and I will be running no baffle exhaust with pods. My question is, is there any way to setup the stock carbs, as far as jetting goes to allow me to run the bike this way? Before I decide to go spend money on a pair of VM30 carbs, I was just wondering if there is a way I can get this done. Thank you all.

 

[MotoMadness]

You can just reject the stock carbs. Usually with Pod filters and a free flowing exhaust I usualy start with the next size or two up from stock jetting. This should give you a could point to start with. The VM30's are also a nice option for a little power gain but will also require playing around with jets and fine tuning.

 

[djelliott]

I'm running stacks and a MAC 2-1 with the competition baffle and stock jetting worked out fine. Buy new jets though so you know for sure that they are functioning properly. My was running a bit odd with the 40 year old brass and orings. A new set cleared it right up.

VM30's, IMHO, are great for running WOT but I never could get them perfect for stop and go city riding.