Flat sides V CV Carbs

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Flat sides V CV Carbs

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I have managed to get hold of a set of flat side carbs for my race bike, but was unsure as to the pros and cons and as to whether it was worthwhile changing.

From what I have heard, flatsides have a tendancy to cause the bike to be lumpy low down, but can offer a couple of extra BHP.

Any thoughts?
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i've heard they are great for the track if set up properly but dire for around town.
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Spot on mate...flat out throttle they're great...low end grunt...forget it..
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But do they offer more power? confuddled
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Fatspanner #44 wrote:But do they offer more power? confuddled
No more than 1.5 at peak on my bike :smt002
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ive got flatslides on my race bike at the mo, but low down power is poo,
so gonna try cv's in the next couple of weeks, see how they are.
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