IMHO, if taking all the effort to remove NH750 carbs for just an outside surface cleaning, I would strongly suggest a total cleaning and rebuild of the carbs. Particularly, if their inside overall condition is suspect. Pay VERY careful attention to EVERYTHING and purchase ALL necessary rebuild...
If running the engine while working on a running bike (1,000 rpm's), just make sure to run a floor fan on high speed, close to the front of engine to keep the engine temps as low as possible.
I also would love some recommendations on front and back signals, ideally "retro style" non LED turn signals, that are REASONABLY priced and have the 3 wire fronts! I'm trying to make my 1999 NH 750 a bit more "retro" and really dislike the stock style turn signals. I'm sure there are many NH...
Had a slight "mishap" on my 1999 NH 750 which destroyed my kick stand safety switch. Being a cheap guy, I was able to find a good used replacement Honda safety switch via eBay for about $7 shipped. This safety switch came from a 1989-98 Honda PC 800 Pacific Coast MC. This switch/wiring was...