i ususally start around a keihin 155 with a pipe and filter on a 400ex. the elevation and temperature will make a difference. it isn't uncommon that your jetting will change 3 or 4 mainjet sizes throughout the year due to temperature changes. i live at 625 feet above sea level too, which makes a difference. i found going larger than a keihin 160 pretty much hurt my power in the upper gears.
2005 450r
*sold* 2001 400ex
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