Getting your keihin carb idle screw dialed in

If you've ever felt your bike start to stumble or die the second you let off the throttle at a red light, you've probably spent some time thinking about your keihin carb idle screw. It's one of those tiny parts that has a massive impact on how much you actually enjoy your ride. There's nothing more annoying than having to constantly "blip" the throttle just to keep the engine from quitting on you when you're sitting still. ...

March 1, 2026 · 7 min · Carrasco Avendano