I need to remove the tank and all its fittings on my 2003 1150 GSA before sending it up to Andy at MDPR for some light dent removal.
Just before I get started is there anything to watch for, specifically on the GSA? I've been looking at the real oem microfiche and a BMW repair manual and can't see anything weird. From reading other posts, It looks like I have to be careful with the throttle cables under the tank when I come to re-install everything - I've already been caught out with the sleeve catching on the throttle body and making the bike run like a peeeg.
Will be checking the fuel lines and filter.
My filler neck needs the hole drilled in it to allow air out so the tank can be filled up fully. I know my filler cap drain hole is bunged up, so going to need to sort all of that out too.
Will take the opportunity with the tank off to run a new braided clutch line and new piston as my clutch fluid is dirty suggesting the seal is on the way out, and I've got OEM Valeo Fog lights and brackets to fit and remove the 'orrible aftermarket ones gracing the bike (one of which doesn't work anyway). Is there anything else I should be taking the opportunity to do whilst the tank is off - obvs, clean the air filter and give everything under the tank a decent clean-up?
The bike is hoping to take a trip into Europe this year, once the madness has stopped, and so I have an eye on making sure it is fit for the trip by doing some 'preventative maintenance' as well as just tidying things up whilst I'm not riding it this winter.
Thanks,
Harry
Just before I get started is there anything to watch for, specifically on the GSA? I've been looking at the real oem microfiche and a BMW repair manual and can't see anything weird. From reading other posts, It looks like I have to be careful with the throttle cables under the tank when I come to re-install everything - I've already been caught out with the sleeve catching on the throttle body and making the bike run like a peeeg.
Will be checking the fuel lines and filter.
My filler neck needs the hole drilled in it to allow air out so the tank can be filled up fully. I know my filler cap drain hole is bunged up, so going to need to sort all of that out too.
Will take the opportunity with the tank off to run a new braided clutch line and new piston as my clutch fluid is dirty suggesting the seal is on the way out, and I've got OEM Valeo Fog lights and brackets to fit and remove the 'orrible aftermarket ones gracing the bike (one of which doesn't work anyway). Is there anything else I should be taking the opportunity to do whilst the tank is off - obvs, clean the air filter and give everything under the tank a decent clean-up?
The bike is hoping to take a trip into Europe this year, once the madness has stopped, and so I have an eye on making sure it is fit for the trip by doing some 'preventative maintenance' as well as just tidying things up whilst I'm not riding it this winter.
Thanks,
Harry