choke removal

[killer400ex]

just wondering if removing the choke is really all that beneficial, i barely use mine as it is but just wondering if its really worth it

[rideahonda]

I honestly dont see what the point is...

When I had my '02 stock 400 I never used it
Now I have a '99 440 and I HAVE to use it every time

[dave07ex]

If the pilot jet size and fuel screw are tuned properly then you won't need the choke, even in the colder months. I removed mine and there is some improvement in throttle response. I think it's worth the 5 minutes that it takes to remove it.

[sandspanker]

well worth it. i felt a huge improvement. recommend :p

[sportracer07]

What does removing the choke do exactly that could help performance, and i can barely get mine to start now, how in the world would you start it without the choke?

[JOHNDOE83]

Removal of the choke does actually work. Its easy, painless and works better, never need a choke again.

Instead of the air having to go around the choke plate, it now has a straight shot into the carb.

The only real gain is throttle response and a lil burst in speed. Whether or not you really feel the difference depends on the person.

[joeptc]

i'm new to this but how do you remove the choke