Strip down Can anyone help, I am stripping the 748 to clean up and fettle over these dreary evenings, can you please tell me, if I take off the petrol tank there are three pipes underneath, if I disconnect them does petrol leak out? There is about three quarts of a tank in there. Thanks for your help |
In a word-yes. The 916/996 have quick release valves under there with seals but I assume your 748 doesn't? John |
I have had two 748s', which both had quick release valves on the tank, which automatically seal when you remove the pipe. I seem to remember that the later budget model (748E?) didnt have the quick release fittings. Good luck with the winter fettle! Douglas |
It appears that the pipes just fit onto the tank connection elbow, I will give it a go Thanks Pete |
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my 98 BP has quick release connectors. they still leak a little bit when disconnected, so even if your bike has 'em, have a rag ready underneath to catch the drips. |
Surely if it has a pump it won't leak other than residual in the pipes? No? Okay, I'm going.... |
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yes, that's what i meant - not a constant leak, but a little bit of residual fuel comes out when the pipes are pulled off. not very much, but enough to make it worthwhile having a rag to hand |
I'm just about to start this aswell will you need to replace the o-rings aswell? |
If it's the E tank without the quick release connectors, either drain the tank or make up some blanking pipes. It will leak and continue to do so until it's emptied itself. The o-rings on the QR connectors should be ok. Have a look for any nicks or cuts in them. Replace if in doubt. They are pennies anyhow. Use plenty of grease on reassembly. |
if they are the new green type then probably not if they are the older black ones then I would exchange them for the newer |
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