86' Carb Float Level Update

On that old a bike it could just be that you need to replace the rubber gasket for the float bowl. that was the problem with my '89.

You really shouldn't have to bend anything. Take it apart and remove the float needle assembly. The needle seat also should come out with a little coaxing. Inspect the rubber ring on the seat and inspect the needle itself. Use a magnifing glass and look for nicks, grooves etc. It maybe time to replace both the needle and the seat. I just sold my 86 and every year when I first got it out I always pulled the carb and checked these. Also do yourself a favor and put a small inline filter between the tank and carb. I have found all sorts of neat things stuck in the float needle, Pine needles, gas can plastic, dirt, you never know.