Thought I'd try V power.

[J_Dub]

Hmmm, I wonder if the V Power cleaning agents loosened something, dirt or some such, and is causing a jet blockage? I have been advised by two separate mechanics to use the stuff, and have found that the bike benefits from it. Every time my plugs are checked, the colour is nigh on perfect, and the carbs are spotless inside. I notice the difference on a tank-by-tank basis.

I did read somewhere that ethanol is added to V Power (maybe other fuels too?) before distribution to petrol stations, but no idea if this is the case. I don't think it was any kind of official source where I read that.

I did wonder about that too, but as it now runs fine again on regular unleaded I don't think so.
If there was a blockage it would still be there and still run badly?

Anyway it's not all bad - my bike runs on 'cheap(er)' fuel. Happy days!