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I've heard the horror stories but it had never happened to me until today. Finally have sunny and warm afternoon, so I decided to head out for some self-isolation on the Norton. First kick and she backfired, no biggie I thought until I saw smoke from under the tank. Got off in time to see the foam RAM filters go from smolder to fire in an instant. Luckily I was able to flip the fuel tap off and rip the pods off the carbs. Luckier still, and after a thorough check... there is no damage aside from some flecks of melted foam material on the manifolds. Wiring, tank, seat... all escaped harm.
Fitted the old K&N filter and was able to take her out... bike runs as great as ever, so a happy ending after all
Fitted the old K&N filter and was able to take her out... bike runs as great as ever, so a happy ending after all