California emissions removal?

Hi guys. I have a 1986 Honda VFR 750. It has all the original California emissions stuff - evaporator canister, etc. The bike seems to run fine but I don't have anything to compare it to. It's all stock.

My question is: does anyone know if it worth removing all that stuff for performance sake? Would there be an environmental impact? When I took it in for a tune up this spring the mechanic reacted with dismay. I'm not planning on racing of course but I would like to maximize performance and reliability.

Thanks

 

Try the search button on the right :wink:

http://vfrworld.com/forums/first-second-generation-1983-1989/23520-fix-california-vf700f.html

 

I've searched for threads regarding this and there's not much out there.

Getting rid of the extra stuff seems pretty straight forward. What I would like to find out is if anyone found noticeable performance changes resulting from removing all that stuff. If my bike is a California bike and removing the vacuum lines would require rejetting I don't want to go through that.

 

Smog crap

Just leave it be , you won't notice a change and if its not broke don't fix it.Just enjoy your ride and ride.:thumbsup:

 

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Got a pic of this bike?

 

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Sounds reasonable. I'll post some pics soon. By the way, anyone in Wisconsin ever ride highway 78 from Mt. Horeb to the Illinois state line?

Recently paved and a really good test of your skills.

 

On each of the 4 carbs there is a vacuum tube that draws vapor from the fuel tank.

My hoses were cracked in many places and in general rough shape. If you question the seal of the complex hose system, the safest solution is to plug 'em to avoid air leaks.

I'd think that 20 year old potiential vacuum leaks should not be trusted.

I dont think it will make the bike faster if the system is removed, but it could prevent future problems... unless you need the system for passing emissions inspections...