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Posted by Tfrank59
- May 27, 2017, 16:06:12 PMThat would be a nice upgrade but it looks to be too rich for my budget unfortunately
Posted by CARPE DIEM DRIFTER
- May 27, 2017, 10:18:33 AMTfrank59, I just dug a little deeper into my files and found this. Dynatek Dyna 3000 # D3K2-1. I found this item just now on e-b_y for sale.
Posted by CARPE DIEM DRIFTER
- May 27, 2017, 10:00:49 AMTfrank59, Glad to hear that your bike is running stronger now. I have done the same upgrades to my 800 with the same results. There is one more bolt on upgrade that will enhance your bikes performance to the next level. It is a performance ignition module. The Dana 3000 series ignition # ZZ38146. I purchased mine in 2012 from J&P Cycles. I don't know if this item is still available. It was listed for the 800 Drifter only. No dyno info., but seat of the pants performance was very noticeable. Happy Drifting, CDD
Posted by CDNRatMan
- May 21, 2017, 23:01:41 PMIt works great, but I listen to the engine to shift by, at times I like to see where I can take it.......
Posted by Tfrank59
- May 21, 2017, 20:07:13 PMWell I'm glad that's working out for you. I know it makes a huge difference for me to be able to see a tachometer while I'm riding pretty much essential equipment in my opinion.
Posted by CDNRatMan
- May 21, 2017, 14:17:25 PMyes it was.....
Posted by Tfrank59
- May 20, 2017, 23:09:01 PMSo which digital RPM gauge did you end up getting? Was it the one that I posted the tto
Posted by CDNRatMan
- May 20, 2017, 21:29:10 PMWhen I bought my Drifter, the local mechanic, who is highly regarded in the trade in this area, he told me that the Drifter is not a H-D engine or bike, the rpm has to be at 1000 rpms to run correctly, and he said also that the engine runs better at higher rpms than being lugged around. I really wish I had had my digital rpm gauge prior to my sprocket swap and then afterwards so I could see the difference, but I will have to see where the bike sounds the best this summer.....and take notes.....
Posted by Tfrank59
- May 20, 2017, 13:03:30 PMWell I'm resurrecting an old thread here but I just want to mention that this bike of mine is really peppy now. I didn't think the K&N Filter would make much difference I didn't think tuning the exhaust would make much difference but boy am I surprised. I was actually thinking yesterday is it just me that I'm finally learning how to ride the thing after 10K? It really has a lot of get up and go throughout the whole speed range of the motor. I couldn't be happier with performance.
Posted by Tfrank59
- March 03, 2017, 18:14:15 PMYep she's running great and thanks for all your help.
Posted by CDNRatMan
- March 03, 2017, 18:03:02 PM 
pheeew really glad we solved that one......lol......looks and sounds really nice.
Posted by Tfrank59
- March 03, 2017, 17:44:56 PMOkay, I re-oiled the K&N and put it in and ran the bike. Runs like a scalded dog all throughout the RPM range. No need to adjust the carb as far as I can tell. check her out:
https://youtu.be/yLfuH-vIaX4
So the earlier malfunction must have been due to me oiling an already-oiled filter.
Posted by CDNRatMan
- March 03, 2017, 10:20:10 AM kw I switched over to the K&N after listening to Mr.s Troll and Greenbarn. Both gentlemen have ridden more than a few miles with me and can say I have not had any issues.
My local kaw mechanic has checked my plugs and my engine twice for me, and said that everything is within the range I want it to be. I also have a unmodified Roadhouse exhaust on my bike, but that has been the only change made to the bike since the PO had it. Now he had the pipes installed at the dealer in Ottawa, he never said anything to me about any mods done to the carb, and I have never taken it apart as it has been running just fine.
My front plug was nice and tan, the rear plug was a shade darker than the tan colour you want but not enough to mess with.
Posted by kw-retrorider
- March 03, 2017, 07:21:21 AMTfank59: a little in your court myself....if it ain't broke, don't fix it. I'm a "only change one thing at a time" guy.
I'm running a stock carb with a baffled to my satisfaction, roadhouse exhaust....starts right, runs right, good mileage, no flat spots or stumbles. My only other indicator is medium gray internal exhaust pipe color (since my local dealer has no ability to analyze the exhaust in any detail...to my surprise). So I'm happy with it the way it is, considering most of the discussion on the forum is how lean it will run with the K&N
Ratman: You seem to be the only with a stock carb running a K&N...and not having issues.
That said, I've had K&Ns on everything else over the years. So, I just might throw it on there for awhile and see if it makes any difference. Will keep the forum posted.
Posted by Tfrank59
- March 02, 2017, 11:20:13 AMYes sir that's right. Truth is I don't feel like getting into my carb to tweak it because it was dialed in spot on for a paper air filter 
. I'll keep you guys posted