Topic: CB550 Tracker Orange

[redbaron]

I started with a $150 1976 550K, drag pipes, high bars, pods etc.  Took me 4 years... maybe a few hours a month.  Today was the first of many to come.  I rode for 30 min as a shake down.  The stock air box with a short exhaust pipe...if I change carb needles will it improve performance?  Upgrades include: 550F tank, Hotwings seat, Carpy 4-1, fresh top-end, Dyna S ignition, DOHC coils.  I have some $ in it but its way cooler than my brothers $16,000 1964 Galaxie convertible and a lot more fun to ride.  I have a problem with the starter and/or button which means I kick start for now.  Thanks to all the 'experts" and others for help with tricks, tips, and stuff.  I have another one, a 550F that I will begin soon. 

[Scott S]

 Not a bad looking bike. I believe I'd come up with an extension for the exhaust. I bet it would be happier that way.

[Smudgemo]

I like it.

[redbaron]

Hey Calj, Thanks again for your help over the years.  I am a beginner with electrics.  The coils: I was told the combo of Dyna S with DOHC coils would be the best set up.  Is this wrong? What would be best with the Dyna S? Stock coils?
The Carbs: I had them rebuilt to stock.  Can I replace main jets without pulling carbs off bike?  What size main jets?
The Starter: I don't hear the solenoid clicking when I push start button.  I will check solenoid 1st.  Heard you can "jump" solenoid by placing screwdriver on both terminals.  Is this right?  Thanks again for help. red

[redbaron]

I did the screwdriver jump and the starter works fine.  The solenoid does not click.  Is there a way to check solenoid?   

[Scott S]

 You just did.