Suzuki GS 500 carb problem?

[dave3]

Hi,Just bought a 2001 Suzuki gs500 and I think the carbs are out of balance. When idling, the bike backfires (I know this because the carbs are being pushed out a wee bit and there is power loss when it happens). Wondering if it is possible to balance them out myself (if so, how is it done?)or if I have to contact a mechanic. I am a mechanical engineer and have a fair knowledge of bikes as I have done a rebuild before. Hope to hear from you soon, Cheers, Dave

 

[marble]

Here you go dude this is how you synchronize carbs: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0qf11BOx6o

 

[ridingorracing]

usually this is a "lean" condition.
i would take it to a mechanic that knows what to
do. those carbs can be trouble to somebody
that doesn't know how.

50 years of riding japanese bikes and never had to "balance" carbs.