service was the answer
 

Was running WAY rich and I don't delve into jet and needles.

Had TO Honda wrench the the bike to improve the running of the carbs.


Total transformation.

Previous owner had Aftermarket pipes and did not rejet to stock when he solf it to a dealer. My bad for not picking it up but at sea level it was hard to feel the issue.

Anyway , after a new tires and down two on the main jets it is purring and enjoyable to ride now. I was almost to the place to trade it in to get ridability.

Now I am ready for Porterville and a good 1500 ride. over memorial day weekend

good to hear!

Did the pilot jets get readjusted?