I was not able to remove the float bowl from the carb as the battery case cover prortruded forward too far.  I finally had to remove the battery and battery case in order to drop the float bowl.  Anyone else having this problem?  If so please advise as to best solution.  P.S - After all this, I still was not able to get the main jet loose.  Guess I will have to pull the carb to get that job done.  Godzilla must have seated that main jet!

Jack H.

Thanks for your answer and comments.  I finally took the  battery case cover off and did a quick mod to secure the battery case etc.  I can now access my carb bowl and remove the allen head bolts quite easily.  Am planning to re-jet carb and put on aftermarket muffler in the spring. ( My bike is at my summer home in Maine, and I am due to return to Florida next week).