RLD
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'99 I/S Red/Black
Eden Prairie, MN
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« on: May 25, 2009, 06:56:46 PM » |
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Any concensus on whether these help to prevent "Hydro-Lock". Seems like they should help as they would eliminate the gravity flow from the tank.
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Dress for the slide, not the ride. ATGATT
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CRUZIN
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« Reply #1 on: May 25, 2009, 07:25:08 PM » |
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I have never had a problem with hydro locking since I got a R&M belly tank. And I enjoy the extra miles I can put on before refueling. I would not be with out one now!!!
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RLD
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'99 I/S Red/Black
Eden Prairie, MN
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« Reply #2 on: May 26, 2009, 04:19:18 PM » |
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Well, I decided to give one a try. Would it pay to hide a switch to the pump to eliminate some additional pressure on the needles by turning it off before stopping and to also be a theft deterrent?
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Dress for the slide, not the ride. ATGATT
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timk519
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« Reply #3 on: May 26, 2009, 05:06:46 PM » |
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It'd be easy to do, but there'll still be enough fuel in the carbs to get the bike a mile or so down the road. Don't ask how I know this.  Love the 300+ mile range it's given my I/S btw. |
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twistedthrottle
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« Reply #4 on: May 27, 2009, 06:43:53 AM » |
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I've been using the belly tank for several years now with no issues; great option!! A definate must have add on!
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Master Blaster
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« Reply #5 on: May 27, 2009, 07:17:06 AM » |
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Great option, in normal use hydrolock is not much concern, but if you are working on the bike and leave the ignition on, it can happen. I have the fuel pump wired to a plug uner the right side cover I disconnect for this reason.
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franco6
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« Reply #6 on: May 27, 2009, 12:55:04 PM » |
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what s the link to R&M ? im interested in the tank too.
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Enjoy the ride!
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RLD
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'99 I/S Red/Black
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« Reply #7 on: May 27, 2009, 12:58:44 PM » |
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Dress for the slide, not the ride. ATGATT
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« Reply #8 on: May 27, 2009, 01:43:52 PM » |
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I have a friend that has an R&M Belly Tank that is brand new never installed for sale. Save a little money. If interested, let me know.
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TearlessTom
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« Reply #9 on: May 27, 2009, 11:45:35 PM » |
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PM Sent.
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CajunRider
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« Reply #10 on: May 28, 2009, 08:07:36 AM » |
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I just installed a belly tank. Haven't tried it out yet though. Install was fairly easy.
I just wonder about changing the back tire with it on...
I usually remove the bottom bolts of the shocks and let the swing arm fall way low and remove the back tire under the fender. With the belly tank installed, I don't think it'll let me do that. I may have to start removing the back fender (back half anyway) to get the tire off.
I'll play with it more one day... it's about time to lube the splines.
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timk519
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« Reply #11 on: May 28, 2009, 08:10:12 AM » |
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I usually remove the bottom bolts of the shocks and let the swing arm fall way low and remove the back tire under the fender. With the belly tank installed, I don't think it'll let me do that. I may have to start removing the back fender (back half anyway) to get the tire off. I have an I/S w/the belly tank as well, and what I do is - get the bike on a jack and stabilize it
- take the shocks off
- jack the tire up (or lower the bike) so the axle will come out,
- jack the bike up
- remove the tire
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