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Anyone still riding a 1974 Mk2 850 Roadster

TorqueCraft

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Hey, I'm curious if anyone still has a 1974 Mk2 850 Roadster. Mine's still running on the original tank, and I just installed some new carburetors, tweaking the left needle by one notch. Since I rebuilt the engine, I've put on about 1,500 km, and I've been using NZ 95 gas that doesn't have ethanol

Recently, after a 215 km ride, I used 10.5 liters of fuel, which works out to around 20 km per liter. The new carbs and keeping a consistent speed really make a difference. Back in 1979, with those old, worn Amals, I was pretty lucky to get 140 km before I had to fill up again
 
NZ as in New Zealand? Anyway, that is impressive. Can you share what type or brand of carburetors you installed? I consider myself lucky with 25-27mpg.
 
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