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The only thing with running E10 is that you will most likely have to rebuild your carburetors after a couple years. Where I live in the US my only options are a couple gas stations in areas I never go to and I would burn a gallon each way to get to. If you want to get ahead of things a seal kit from LiteTek will solve the issue. The use viton for anything in contact with fuel. Viton handles ethanol very well.

If you haven't already done it then I would recommend changing the coolant. The thermostat and temp sensor are on the right side and not horrible to access on the 94-97 models. When I got my 94 I changed the coolant, the thermostat and pulled and cleaned the temp sensor and switch.

The new style LED ones are "switchback". They act as running lights and turn yellow when you turn on the turn signal. Also last I knew Thurn stopped shipping to the US.

I've only had it happen 3 times. It surprised me when it happened. From what I have gathered it is due to the engine pulling fuel without burning it completely. I need to find someone willing to put my bike on a dyno.

Crankcase pressure is vented into the airbox, any fumes are getting burnt already. If you are pointing towards fuel dilution in the oil making crankcase gases more volatile then it's a moot point. The biggest causes of fuel dilution is running overly rich or poor combustion with worn piston rings. Delete the PAIR system, adjust the carbs, get it running slightly leaner but still safe.

The PAIR system(secondary air injection system in the manual) was developed as a basic emissions system. If you have ever had someone say your carburated vfr bike smells rich going down the road chances are the pair system is no longer working. I deleted mine a few years ago. Last winter I overhauled my carbs. I replaced a dynojet kit with a FactoryPro kit. I don't recall getting popping on decel. If things line up just right I actually get a small fireball out the muffler when letting off the throttle.

I know it's been a bit since you posted, but if you are still looking for new lines check out CoreMoto. They will make any combination you want. I used front brake line mounts from a 2003 cb900 to properly hold the stainless lines on my 94, may work for you.

I know I was riding into late October this year, but only because of a career change and I was able to. I live in Maine so you never know. Next year will probably be different as I will get to ride a lot more.

It looks like you are in the US. Look at CoreMoto for custom brake lines. They offer just about any connection you want. I have a set on my 94, including the clutch line, and my brother has a set on his 03 919. I used fish tank air pump tubing to get my lengths with my headpin stand in.

LiteTek makes all new gaskets for the 94-97, just order every one on their website. There are metal replacements on eBay for the plastic two plastic tees between the carbs. The carbs will come out hard. A carefully place prybar will help pop them out. As for getting them back on a heat gun to soften them will help.

I had contemplated doing something similar before buying the Givi setup. My wife didn't like not having anything behind her. The Givi box is nice for small shopping trips.

You won't get rid of the pop and crackle on a 4th gen because it has carburetors. I recently got mine running smooth and it pops and crackles more on decel. One piece of advice. Use caps for vacuum ports and lines that are disconnected. The old bolt and electrical tape trick doesn't last and you can create a vacuum leak.

Up to 4 carbs. There aren't too many 6 cylinder motorcycles, all I can think of is the Goldwing. I'm sure there are tricks for using a 4 gauge setup on engines with more than 4 carbs or throttle bodies.

Due to splitting my carbs I had to balance my carbs. After looking at the normal options I came across the Healtech Esync. It's an electronic unit so there is no fluid to get sucked in. One nice feature is that is calculates rpm based on the vacuum changes, and seems fairly accurate. It is about $300 USD but between myself and my family we have a few bikes with multiple carbs and throttle bodies so it will get used.

Factory Pro sells a D tool that fits. Slightly pricey at $30 USD shipped in the US.