Having never filled the tank above 3/4 i decided to put a bit more in at the werkend. Went to garage yesterday to strong smell of petrol and a few ml on the floor. Does anyone know if there is an overflow or breather on these tanks that might be an issue? Thanks
1150gsa petrol leak
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(RIP) Spangle
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It’s normal when you fill to the top
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Yes there is a breather pipe, it should appear somewhere behind your Right foot inboard of the footrest. A common mistake that can cause spillage is to let fuel spill into the filler cap recess which has its own drain tube that terminates in the same place.
might have dislodged breathers
when i lifted tank to replace the battery. Will have to wait until i use most of the fuel before attempting to lift the tank! Thanks for the responses
when i lifted tank to replace the battery. Will have to wait until i use most of the fuel before attempting to lift the tank! Thanks for the responses
Pull off the black plastic cover on the Right hand side just below the tank, the push fit unions for both breathers should be visible behind the bracket holding the multiplug. Lifting the tank on an 1150 often has consequences, if you find it running like a stuck pig then ask on here; it's a very simple fix.
Fuel is stored underground, when you fill your tank full and just store it, the fuel will heat up and expand.
The tank has an air gap built into it to allow for this expansion, but some people drill holes in the filler neck to get more in, which decreases the size of the air gap. Either way, once the fuel expands into the air gap the pressure relief/air vent valve will pass the fuel out through it’s drain to the ground.
The tank has an air gap built into it to allow for this expansion, but some people drill holes in the filler neck to get more in, which decreases the size of the air gap. Either way, once the fuel expands into the air gap the pressure relief/air vent valve will pass the fuel out through it’s drain to the ground.
dubster
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Just avoid filling to the top before leaving her standing
will do!!
iftikartaxis
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Check your QD connectors mine split filing the garage with fuel and fumes I've replaced them with stainless steel ones
Conclusion, just for the record. Despite no mention in clymer manual the gsa with big tank has a balance pipe from one lower side to the other. Someone has sensibly put a t type non return valve on one side. When lifting the tank to put battery in I obviously strained/partly opened that valve. It appears to have clicked back into place but will be monitoring. Cheers all
Actually not the conclusion! Whenever the bike is left with more than around a third in the tank I return to find fuel leaked onto the left hand side, but given it’s on side stand that may not be the location. The two breather pipes on the right look dry so the thought I had that maybe one had come loose at the filler neck is unlikely. Any thoughts appreciated
The 'O' rings in the quick disconnect valves are susceptible to damage and decay; fit ss replacements very carefully and all will be well
Why would it only leak when the tank is more than 1/3 full though? Extra pressure on the seals maybe?
(RIP) Spangle
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The 'O' rings in the quick disconnect valves are susceptible to damage and decay; fit ss replacements very carefully and all will be well
Do you mean ss rings or connector?
I’m assuming you mean the latter!
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(RIP) Spangle
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Apology unnecessary
A 90 deg stainless steel connector for the other side of tank is high on my list.
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I am wondering if anyone has had an o ring failure on the plate that holds the fuel pump, gauge and filter which is about half way up the inside right of the tank??
It the inspection plate has been removed recently, then the o-ring can swell, not seating properly.
You need to check the studs to make sure they are all still there.
Also check the condition of the supply and return lines where they fix to the inspection plate.
A pic or 2 will help
You need to check the studs to make sure they are all still there.
Also check the condition of the supply and return lines where they fix to the inspection plate.
A pic or 2 will help
I guess if that is the case the tank is caput?
Now i am cufewed i will get the tank off completly
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