Gas tank removal

[krothnbrg]

I have a project that will require pulling the gas tank off the R3 standard (2008). I've never done this before and I heard somewhere that the fuel pump is actually inside the tank. Does this present any additional considerations?

Also, if there is a recommended process for this I'd appreciate knowing.

Thanks in advance
Karl

 

[Lonzol]

Karl,

I removed the tank on my 06 standard. No big deal really, the fuel line has a large "Banjo" fitting on the bottom of the tank (two crush washers) and there is one electrical plug you will need to unplug. Of course get as much fuel out as you can, I held mine up with the rod and used a siphon hose. Be careful here because of the float & rod, and sending unit are in the tank, just don't damage anything with the siphon hose. After the fuel is as low as you can get it, remove the plug and the fuel line, then the bolt under the front of the seat and lift off. Then be careful how you store the tank so fuel doesn't leak from the fitting hole.

Good luck,

Lonnie

 

[krothnbrg]

Thanks Lonnie,
I was just looking at the tank and from what I can see there are 2 bolts holding it on. One at the front of it and the other at the back., So it looks like it'll be pretty straight forward.

Appreciate the tips. So hopefully, if the wife doesn't have me doing all sorts of stuff, next weekend I'll be tinkering in the garage.

Karl

 

[RiderRocketman]

Like Lonzol said, it is straightforward. Undo the front bolt and lift the tank. You don't really have to empty the tank as much as possible though the less fuel in it the easier it is to handle, BUT if there is too much fuel and you tip the tank vertical there is chance it can leak out the filler so if you have a lot of fuel in there, keep the tank horizontal. Fuel won't leak out the bottom because it is held in with a valve when the fuel line is not connected. Put a towel over the frame and engine to catch leaked fluids when you undo the large banjo bolt. Unplug the electrical connector and breather hoses and then put the tank back down. This will prevent it from sliding out and getting damaged when you undo the bolt/nut at the rear of the tank. Of course, before you get to those steps, the air box cover (bear claw) and seat have to come off too.

 

[krothnbrg]

I didn't think about the Bear Claw. I found 2 bolts, is that all that hold it in?
I guess I should probably look at the manual but hey... since I'm here... ya know.

Thanks you guys.
As soon as my parts come in and as soon as my wife stops bugging me to do things over the weekends, I should be able to get to my little project.

Thanks
Karl