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Extend Your Range with 9 Types of Extra Motorcycle Fuel Tanks

For many adventure riders, the stock-standard fuel tanks found on many motorcycles just don’t provide enough range. They come with five to seven-gallon tanks which are perfect for weekend warriors, but what about multi-day trips?

That’s when you’ve got two options:

• Replace your existing stock fuel tank with an aftermarket tank with greater capacity
• Keep your existing tank but carry additional fuel when needed in an auxiliary fuel tank

For some riders, replacing the fuel tank makes perfect sense. They foresee many adventures where a bigger tank is justified.

For other riders, their fuel requirements are significantly less. Often they will fare just fine with carrying a small fuel tank.

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Adventure motorcycling with extra fuel

Let’s forgo buying an ordinary jerry can from the hardware store to carry extra fuel on your adventure motorcycle. These often spill quite easily on bumpy roads.

After all, you’ve got an expensive motorcycle paired with luggage that you want to protect. Did you know there are numerous better options available?

Manufacturers have come a very long way over the last 10 years. Instead of strapping a jerry can to your panniers, you have various options available.

Let’s take a look:

Safari Tanks

By far the most popular and well-known tanks on the market. Safari Tanks have custom bigger fuel tanks available for most types of adventure motorcycles and even dirt bikes.

Would we recommend them? Absolutely – that’s why they’re #1 on this list. If you can afford to, we recommend that you upgrade to a bigger fuel tank. This avoids the hassles with topping up fuel while out on the trail as it can often be messy.

The biggest hassle with Safari tanks, and in fact all of these tank companies, is replacing the tank itself. The new tank is bigger and often not as flush or ‘sporty’ as the old tank. But what you lose in aesthetics you make up with a safer tank that can withstand a lot of crashes, while of course giving you a much bigger range.

Some of their tanks come with baffles. This reduces the sideways movement of the fuel in cornering, leading to more stability for you as the rider.

Desert Fox Fuel Cells

The Desert Fox Fuel Cells are an Australian innovation that combines the toughness of the military with the flexibility that overland riders need. Available in 3L, 6L and the massive 12L sizes, they are ideal for storing above hard-luggage cases. A 20L version (Xtreme fuel cell) is available for 4×4 enthusiasts doing group tours.

We really like these motorcycle fuel storage bags. With a range of D rings and daisy chains, you’ll find the right combination of tie-downs to suit your adventure motorcycle. You can even roll these up when they’re not being used.

Some riders have reportedly used these for water storage too, but be warned! You can’t use these for water storage after they have had fuel through them. It’s just too dangerous for your health.

Adventure Moto Fuel Bladders

Imagine a CamelBak turned into a fuel bladder for motorcycles and you’ve got the Adventure Moto Fuel Bags. These bladders are much stronger than any hydration pack obviously while also being flexible even when half full. You can find these online and in some dirt bike shops.

A challenge is actually refuelling the bags and later transferring that fuel into your motorcycle. It certainly takes some practice. Also, while these bags are strong, they are susceptible to punctures. Available in 5L and 8L varieties and built specifically for Australian conditions.

These come with a spout paired with its own storage pouch. The child-proof cap stops it unscrewing when riding so it doesn’t leak fuel on to all of your gear and hot engine parts.

MSR / Primus / SOTO Fuel Bottles

Lacking the confidence of having a soft petrol bladder on your motorcycle? Then it’s time to use something much harder like these aluminium bottles. These are ideal if you’re only going to store much smaller amounts of fuel as they typically come in 700ml to 1.5L varieties.

What we really like about these bottles is using them to store engine oil. Let’s say you’re doing a 4-week expedition in some far-flung country. Finding high-quality engine oil is going to be very challenging. Many adventure riders opt to store engine oil in one of these bottles which choosing a soft bat for their petrol.

Giant Loop Gas Bag

Let’s switch back to soft storage options for a moment with the Gas Bag™️ by Giant Loop Moto. These are very popular despite their very high price. And the price is high for a reason – build quality. Made in the USA with each fuel bladder being individually tested in their Oregon factory before being dispatched internationally

Available in 3 gallons and 5-gallon varieties, you’ll find these bags to be almost indestructible. After all, they built these for racers in mind who demand the best.

Are they worth the price? If you’re needing a very high-quality soft fuel bladder for your dirt bike, then absolutely. It’s the type of gear that will last for years.

You might have heard of Rotopax before. They have been creating fuel tanks for adventure riders for many years now. These are jerry cans for motorcycles that strap on to the panniers.

Just like the Giant soft bags above, these are made in the United States with each unit being pressure-tested before dispatch. Some riders purchase 2 units; one for fuel (red tank) and one for water (white tank) which should never be mixed.

If doing excessive miles is something that you envision, then a set of these will be perfect. You can loop them through your panniers or connect them directly to hard luggage. They also manufacture these as empty storage containers for emergency situations.

Acerbis Rear and Handlebar Fuel Tanks

Acerbis makes a range of fuel tanks and the two that have our attention are their handlebar tank and rear fuel tank. While they’re certainly unattractive in white, your fuel will stay cooler and be much less likely to explode during summer riding adventures.

Using handlebar tanks when riding dirt bikes or adventure motorcycles isn’t that popular. This is why you won’t see that many riders with them. The reason is that the additional weight sitting up high affects your stability and also puts extra strain on your front suspension.

Nomad Tanks

Another Australian startup is the Nomad Tanks company. They have multiple rear tanks available for a range of offroad adventure motorcycles. The best part – these fuel tanks are made in Australia, not China.

For many dirt bikes, the space at the rear below the fender goes completely unused. These is where Nomad Tanks have innovated to serve this space with a tank that appears mostly flush with the bike itself.

SW-Motech Fuel Canister Kit

If you’re the type of rider who loves hard cases, then you’re going to love this. When you’re buying this motorcycle auxiliary fuel holder, you should also purchase the Alu-Box universal mount which they sell separately.

This way you can mount it securely to your hard cases on whichever side you choose.

Included in the basic system is:

• The silver holding plate that you can see on the rear
• Two black straps which are very strong for highway riding
• 2-litre fuel bottle with a leak-proof cap
• Filling pipe to secure it to your hard luggage.

For many riders, 2 litres is enough fuel to get them to the nearest gas station on their trip. This is why this has become very popular with adventure riders who just need that little bit extra and don’t necessarily want to change their main fuel tank.

Liquid Containment

For more of a bare-bones approach, Liquid Containment has created several touring fuel bladders for adventure riders globally. These are tough…seriously tough!

The great thing about these bags is that they roll up super thin. This means you could store these in the smallest of areas.

Another recent Australian start-up is the Naz Bags company who have created fuel bladder bags from 18oz ripstop canvas. Note that these aren’t fuel storage but a way to protect your soft fuel bladders from damage when crashing.

You can get these in 4 sizes: 12, 10, 5.5 and 4 litres. If in doubt, always get a larger size.

Safety issues

While there are some obvious upsides towards taking additional fuel when riding a motorbike, there are hazards too.

Let’s take into account some safety issues with carrying any additional adventure, trail or dirt bike fuel.

• Limit yourself from the fuel . It’s very flammable and not something that you should have connected on your body at any time. That includes inside backpacks, vests or jackets. Don’t be a fool as it’s just not worth it.
• Don’t mix it up . Some people use one canister for oil storage (especially long-distance adventure riders) and another canister for fuel storage. Mark these properly so you don’t mix them up in the middle of nowhere.
• Refill your bike from your canister first . There is a temptation to just keep filling up your adventure bike endlessly without touching your auxiliary fuel tank, storage bag or canister. If you keep doing this, then your fuel will eventually go bad and chances are that you’ll draw from it when it’s too late.
• Avoid cheap solutions . Yes – every dirt bike tank option provided in this list isn’t cheap. Don’t follow the guys that recommend Gatorade bottles as these are simply too dangerous and the plastic isn’t designed to carry fuel. In fact, the plastic may seep its way into your fuel mixture causing damage to your engine.
• Protect your fuel tanks . Remember that these could cause a fire when crashing so do your best to protect them from sideways impacts. If you get a puncture to your main fuel tank, then that could spell the end of your adventure until help arrives.

Use your saddlebags for fuel, but only as a last resort. Don’t’ store anything in there alongside it which is critical to your adventures such as your tent, sleeping bag and pillow.

Closing thoughts

Upgrading your fuel tank is often the best solution. You’ll have more storage when you need it and won’t need to worry about top-ups in the field.

However, this isn’t a solution for everyone. These soft fuel storage bags and hard mini-tanks for motorcycles can give you that extra range that you need, without expensive upgrades.

Most importantly, here at Frontaer – we recommend that you just play it safe out there with whichever option you choose.

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New Aux. Fuel Tank

By Miles June 16, 2012 in Royal Star and Royal Star Tour Deluxe Tech Talk

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I have just completed the test ride after the installation of my aux. fuel tank. All went perfect. Not a problem in sight...or hidden. Of course, I have done this a time or two before, as I have installed aux. fuel tanks on 11 previous bikes, so I kind of have experience doing this. However...this was my first time on a RSTD, so there is always something new...or things to learn.

We all know about the stock tank...nothing new there. And if the bike is ridden at a steady and quick pace, it can consume fuel a little faster than I want to have to stop. Therefore...add aux. fuel. The tank I bought is the 5 gallon tank from Tour Tanks. Here is the link to their site: http://www.tourtank.com/TourTanks.html

I am 100 % happy with the product, and the additional hardware kit that needs to be bought along with the tank. Everyhting is top notch, no junk here.

As you can see by the pictures, I ride a solo bike. In place of the rear seat is a leather rear fender bib, and on top of that is the Yamaha rear fender rack (in place of the rear seat. On top of that rack...I mount a 10" x 18" aluminum rack I got from Aerostich. Then I mounted the Saddlemen bag onto that aluminum rack. All of the leather(fake leather) bag and aluminum rack are through bolted to the yamaha rear fender rack, with 3/8" u-bolts (4 of them) so it is very solid. Then the Tour Tank slides down into the Saddlemen bag...with an extremely snug/tight fit. There is no way that fuel tank is coming out of that Saddlemen bag unless three of us tug with all of our might. The vent hose up next to the filler cap is routed up over the top and far edge of the tank, then down to one of the side pockets of the Saddlemen bag, where I have hidden a catch tank, with secondary vent to the outside of the catch tank.

The red petcock on the left side of the solo seat, attached to the yamaha chrome seat rail, works perfectly. I routed the fuel hose to a brass T-fitting that is spliced into the OEM fuel line about 4 inches above where the fuel filter is.

The tank I chose from Tour Tank is tank design # 2, meaning it has two exit bungs at the bottom of the tank, one at either end of the bottom of the tank, so that all fuel is drained from the tank, despite cornering.

I filled the tank with 2 gallons, filled my regular fuel tank up all the way, then went for a ride. I started out using only the aux. fuel tank, with the main tank turned off at the OEM petcock. The fuel from the aux. tank flowed perfectly, and after 82.7 miles I had used up the two gallongs I put in the aux. fuel tank, and had to switch fuel petcocks on the fly. Simply turned off the aux. fuel tank, and turned on the main fuel petcock, and after a moments hesitation, fuel was flowing again, and zoom...

This additional 5 gallon fuel tank "could" give me a total capacity of 10.3 gallons, however I will not fill the aux. fuel tank up all the way, so the max I will put in it is 4 gallons...just to be safe. Even with that additional 4 gallons, I now have a very useable 8.5 gallons, without any concerns for running low. With that capacity, I can run...at speed...for 350 to 400 miles. That is what I am used to, and this will now satisfy my need to go as far as I want to.

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Nice set up. Any reason you didnt use braided steel line? I have tried to get the wife to ride her own a few times. She just aint interested. She likes riding along playing games on the phone in the interstates and just looking at sceenery on backroads. At least she like to ride this bike.

djh3, I did not use any stainless braided lines to begin with, until I fully tested the system, and proofed it all. Sometime this Winter, when we are covered in snow (hopefully), I will most likely change out all the fuel lines to the stainless braided lines, most for show than protection. The way I have them routed, all the fuel lines are well protected.

IMHO, cell phones are good for one thing...making phone calls, when the car or bike is stopped. Whoever invented playing games on cell phones, or even online, or the Play stations...obviously did not ride motorcycles.

Funny you should mention it bouncing down the road. Back in 07 when we got the Kawasaki and we took a trip up to NC on it I told her she needed a leash on it if she thought she was using it while on the bike. So we salvaged one off a camera we had around. Been on there ever since. I dont mind on the slabs, but man when you got hills and trees and rivers, screw the games.

I like the setup. I'm not sure I'm up for the Iron Butt rides you make though.

I presume this article is about you? (no Miles was the previous record holder)

http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/608/3739/Motorcycle-Article/Yamaha-FJR-Sets-Continent-Crossing-Record.aspx

http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=36308

Brake Pad, those articles are very interesting, and I applaud John Ryan for his rides, but that is not me.

I did own an FJR1300, and had just about the same number of miles on it that JR has on his, but I eventually sold it.

My ride from PB to KW was done on a 2004 Honda Varadero 1000, shipped in from Frankfurt, Germany to Fairbanks.

John Ryan beat my record, and he is the current record holder.

While I have ridden to Prudhoe Bay a few times, including doing it on a 2003 Wing, I decided to never do it on a street touring bike again, and stick to dual sport bikes for that ride. The Haul Road can be hard on bikes.

Heres a pic of a Honda Varadero 1000. I wasn't familiar with the model.

The ride from Prudhoe is quite a feat. I had a brother who worked part of the year in Coldfoot for several years, and he had some interesting stories.

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got the tour tank saved to fav. i will be ordering #2 as well sometime next year after i get the bike up and running

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Thats a very neat install. One of the best I have ever seen. Looks like you are toting a big lunchbox, no one would think its a gas tank from 10 feet away.

Along with a 400 mile range...do you have a 400 mile backside?

I gotta give you the props dude. Thats some impressive miles on a bike.

Thats a very neat install. One of the best I have ever seen. Looks like you are toting a big lunchbox, no one would think its a gas tank from 10 feet away.   Very cool.   Along with a 400 mile range...do you have a 400 mile backside?       I gotta give you the props dude. Thats some impressive miles on a bike.  

tx2sturgis, thanks for the props. In answer to your question, I do indeed have the backside for this fuel range. The other day I "tried" the Ultimate seat on my '06 RSMTD. It was an immediate failure. It would not work for me. If it works for other riders, great for them, and I hope they ride many miles in comfort. Since the Ultimate seat did not work, I already have an appointment with Russell Day-Long Saddles to make a new seat for me...and it will be my 10th Russell saddle.

So, my butt can handle it, if I have the right seat, and enough fuel.

.in May, 1998 I rode 2156 miles in under 24 hours, in an IBA sponsored event called the Big Bang Rally out of Ely, NV. The bike I rode was a 1994 GL-1500, with 14.8 gallons of fuel on board, and two 32 oz. nitrous bottles. I beat the second place rider by 224 miles. Despite being an IBA event, there was no fuel limitation on this ride.  

OK....First let me say I like to give everyone the benefit of the doubt....BUT.....

I wondered about this because you would have had to AVERAGE over 90 mph for each of the "under" 24 hours. Unless you are on a track how is that possible?

That got me to wondering so I did a bunch of reading because The thought of these marathon rides is intriguing.

On his profile on the IBA web site, Iron Butt Association President, Michael Kneebone is noted as "setting the 24 hour endurance record of 1,704 miles in 24 hours" yet you claim to beat that by over 450 miles.

Here is a link to the Guiness world record holder.

http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/records-2000/greatest-distance-on-a-motorcycle-in-24-hours-(individual )/

In case the link isn't working...it says...

"The longest distance riding a motorcycle in 24 hours is 3,249.9 km (2,019.4 miles) and was achieved by L. Russell "Rusty" Vaughn (USA) at the Continental Tire Test Track, Uvalde, Texas, USA, between 9 and 10 August 2011.

Mr. Vaughn used his own personal 2010 Harley-Davidson FLHTK Electra-Glide Limited for the attempt and completed 238 laps of the test track.

But you beat that distance by 139 miles!

Another site is called "World Record Academy"

here's the link to the site:

http://www.worldrecordsacademy.org/travel/greatest_distance_on_motorcycle_in_24_hours-world_record_set_by_Omar_Al_Mamari_90263.htm

Again...in case the link doesn't work.....

Wednesday, July 1, 2009

Greatest Distance on Motorcycle in 24 Hours-world record set by Omar Al Mamari

MUSCAT, Sultanate of Oman -- Omar Al Mamari, 36, drove on his Honda CBR 1100 bike from the Oman Automobile Association premises in Muscat to the city of Salalah which is 1031 kms south (640.634 miles) and returned back the same way averaging a speed of 94.1 km and covering a total of 2062 kms ( 1281.267 Miles) in 24 hours- setting the world record for the Greatest Distance on Motorcycle in 24 Hours (individual).

I agree this doesn't seem like all that great a record! but again...you claim 875 miles more

So....I"m sorry....but again....I have to call BS!

I to was wundering how one could ride or drive over 2000 miles in under 24 hours? they would have to average 83 mph none stop. Where in North America could you possibly do this? other then a track.

OK....First let me say I like to give everyone the benefit of the doubt....BUT..... I wondered about this because you would have had to AVERAGE over 90 mph for each of the "under" 24 hours. Unless you are on a track how is that possible?   That got me to wondering so I did a bunch of reading because The thought of these marathon rides is intriguing.   On his profile on the IBA web site, Iron Butt Association President, Michael Kneebone is noted as "setting the 24 hour endurance record of 1,704 miles in 24 hours" yet you claim to beat that by over 450 miles.   Here is a link to the Guiness world record holder. www.guinnessworldrecords.com/records-2000/greatest-distance-on-a-motorcycle-in-24-hours-(individual)/   In case the link isn't working...it says... "The longest distance riding a motorcycle in 24 hours is 3,249.9 km (2,019.4 miles) and was achieved by L. Russell "Rusty" Vaughn (USA) at the Continental Tire Test Track, Uvalde, Texas, USA, between 9 and 10 August 2011.   Mr. Vaughn used his own personal 2010 Harley-Davidson FLHTK Electra-Glide Limited for the attempt and completed 238 laps of the test track.   But you beat that distance by 139 miles!   Another site is called "World Record Academy" here's the link to the site: http://www.worldrecordsacademy.org/travel/greatest_distance_on_motorcycle_in_24_hours-world_record_set_by_Omar_Al_Mamari_90263.htm   Again...in case the link doesn't work..... Wednesday, July 1, 2009 Greatest Distance on Motorcycle in 24 Hours-world record set by Omar Al Mamari MUSCAT, Sultanate of Oman -- Omar Al Mamari, 36, drove on his Honda CBR 1100 bike from the Oman Automobile Association premises in Muscat to the city of Salalah which is 1031 kms south (640.634 miles) and returned back the same way averaging a speed of 94.1 km and covering a total of 2062 kms ( 1281.267 Miles) in 24 hours- setting the world record for the Greatest Distance on Motorcycle in 24 Hours (individual).   I agree this doesn't seem like all that great a record! but again...you claim 875 miles more     So....I"m sorry....but again....I have to call BS!

im not part of IBA and have not boasted about a run i made 2187 miles in 21 hrs. it can be done i know i have done it and you need to think outside the box like what speed limit and 2187 was the mi. on the odom. done on a 90 honda shadow 1100

i did have major sadle sore after that and family to vouch for it

Nice install, just like the one I run on my Venture. It is really nice and easy to plumb into these bikes.

Are you using a barf tank for your overflow or just running it on the ground (I run mine on the ground)? How did you tie in the electrical ground?

Here are some pics of my setup. The pic near the petcock shows where the line plumbs in. It is capped in the picture. It works great.

Red Rider, I am using a puke tank. It is mounted inside the right side exterior pocket. I ran the vent hose from the vent nipple just under the fuel filler cap, down slightly, then back over top the fuel tank, then exited the Saddlemen bag just above the right side pocket, and then back into the right side pocket, where the puke tank is. The vent hose goes down into the puke tank about 2 inches. Then...I have a second hose that vents the puke tank. That hose it located at the top of the puke tank, and the exterior routing of that house is simply laid on top of the puke tank. It allows the puke tank to vent, but will not allow any fuel that possibly vented into the puke tank to get out.

Besides the speeds that need to be maintained, there is another 'hidden' fact:

Some of these IBA riders have been known to use stimulants.

Ok...maybe thats not really a secret, if you count caffeine, but I was referring to stronger stimulants.

Nuff of that.

I have a friend who has done a couple of those IBA events, and he invited me. I said nope, its too much like what I do for a living: Drive in a hurry from point A to point B, keep receipts, no time to sightsee, and when your done, turn in the proof that you did the job.

Except that in the case of IBA, you are NOT getting paid to do all that!

But I do acknowledge the fact that lots of riders love to do this stuff....and because of them, motorcycle riders have a few choices on the market that might not otherwise be there, including auxiliary fuel tanks, high power auxiliary lighting, and oh yeah, bladder buddys.

http://www.bladderbuddy.com/about.html

Trader, and others...I have been reminded by a few others on this forum that are also IBA members that "WE" do not like to post in writing anywhere our speeds, or times, or distances done, as it brings a negative light on the IBA riders and community.

It is unfortunate that I even needed to be reminded. My big mouth and ego got me into this, and then I was goaded into providing even more info. I should not have opened my mouth to begin with.

I have sent all this original info to Trader in a PM, and he can verify if he wishes to, or not. If he does chose to verify my claims, I will know if he did, because someone at the IBA will be telling me they were contacted.

One last thing, and then I am done with this.

One of you folks just posted that "some" riders in the IBA do these riders while using stimulants...and they even said...other than caffeine. I have to take exception to that.

As far as I know, with my 28 years of history as a member of the IBA...the taking of any kind of stimulant...including caffeine...is strictly forbidden in the IBA. I do not know of anyone in the IBA that uses any kind of drug to stimulate themselves, or to stay awake on these rides. I cannot state for a fact that it has never happened, but I will state that in 28 years I have never seen nor heard of it happening. We make it a very strong point that the rider be mentally alert, without the use of chemical aids.

As example of how picky we are is that...in an extreme case of emergency need...a rider "may" actually drink a Mountain Dew, which contains a lot of caffiene, just to get themselves to a safe location, and stop for the night. We do all that we can to avoid drinks like coffee, tea, and soda pops, because they are also diuretics, which cause the rider to have to urinate more than normal.

Long distance/endurance riding is a very pure sport/lifestyle, in that it challenges the rider and his or her machine against the clock and distance to push themselves to be better riders. The ability to do this is involves a lot of science, as to how to maintain the riders body, their mind, their bikes, etc. It is important to know when to stop...so that we can go even further when we have refreshed ourselves.

BUT hey, this forum is supposed to be about Venture/Royal Star bikes...not about the IBA. My original post was about the fuel cell I added to my bike. Can we talk about that kind of stuff, and not about the IBA ?

+1 on lack of stimulants. While some folks trying to make their first SS1000 may use stimulants, any of the serious LD riders will actually wean themselves off coffee a couple of months prior to a serious LD ride.

Stimulants are frowned upon and strongly discouraged by the LD folks. If you can't do the ride, stop and sleep. We recognize it isn't THAT important to get another certificate or piece of trophy wood.

OK, back to the regularly scheduled program.

Was the 2 nitro tanks for bursts of speed (how fast?) or does it add mpg? (is so how much)?

Sorry for the thread diversion, and no disrespect is intended toward anyone.

But if a person will knowingly break one set of laws, (speed limits) whats the difference if they break another set of laws?

I only said 'some' riders have used stimulants. If thats only a handful, then thats 'some'. I doubt the IBA has many members you would call 'addicts' or 'users'...those people, generally speaking, spend money on the drugs, not on motorcycles.

But I'm wondering if the IBA began to enforce pre- and post-trip drug tests, would some of the riders have a problem with that?

I have just completed the test ride after the installation of my aux. fuel tank. All went perfect.

I like your install much better than mine:

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7242/6901574134_1c7e720c7d.jpg

On my first ride with it, my rear tire blew and I went down after safely making it to the shoulder. The luggage rack "broke" when the bike hit the ground. I was using it as this method so that I could easily ride with my wife on trailer trips. I think it is smarter to just carry the pillion set up in the trailer and trade it with the fender set up (like yours).

One thing I learned on the ride though, is that I can start with the main tank running. When I get to a tick below full, I opened the tourtank and let it backfill the main tank. I did that a few times until the maintank no longer backfilled, then let them both drain together. Worked really well and I didn't have to hit the reserve pitcock and never had a lack of fuel. Just an option.

That is rather insulting, to infer that I cannot ride 18 hours without benefit of illegal drugs. Would you have a problem if whatever organization you belong to installed a breathalyzer on your bike? You know, some bar hoppers have been known to drink before riding. I guess you do too.

Too, it would be a logistical problem. I leave at 4AM... what drug lab is open then? Or which is open at 11PM when I get in?

Finally, the problem is riding while impaired. Impairment can easily be caused by over tiredness. Or talking on the cellphone. Or needing to pee really badly.

The short answer is, yes, I would have a problem with that. I don't need another nanny in my life.

  That is rather insulting, to infer that I cannot ride 18 hours without benefit of illegal drugs. Would you have a problem if whatever organization you belong to installed a breathalyzer on your bike? You know, some bar hoppers have been known to drink before riding. I guess you do too.   Too, it would be a logistical problem. I leave at 4AM... what drug lab is open then? Or which is open at 11PM when I get in?   Finally, the problem is riding while impaired. Impairment can easily be caused by over tiredness. Or talking on the cellphone. Or needing to pee really badly.   The short answer is, yes, I would have a problem with that. I don't need another nanny in my life.   Dave

Again, no disrespect intended. I'm not here to argue the point either way, Im FOR the right to pursue this sport, not against it.

But some riders will use stimulants, (even if its only a shot of 5-hour) and wont be bragging about it during a post on the IBA website or during the local Sunday ride.

And any decent sized town will usually have a 24 hour lab at the Emergency Center of the local hospital. They only collect the dual-specimens, they dont normally analyze it in-house, they send the samples to the nearest full-service lab the next day. You have the results in a few days to a week.

But my point was not that IBA riders should be tested Dave, my point was that IF drug testing was announced as a mandatory requirement, (as it is in lots of other sports and careers), I'm guessing some riders would exclude themselves from the activity. The ones who are left in the sport, would be certified as clean.

Its a THOUGHT experiment..nothing more...I dont want another incursion on the sport of motorcycling either!

And out of respect to the OP...I wont respond further on the hijacked content in this thread, which is to some degree my fault.

Sorry for the thread diversion, and no disrespect is intended toward anyone.   But if a person will knowingly break one set of laws, (speed limits) whats the difference if they break another set of laws?   I only said 'some' riders have used stimulants. If thats only a handful, then thats 'some'. I doubt the IBA has many members you would call 'addicts' or 'users'...those people, generally speaking, spend money on the drugs, not on motorcycles.   But I'm wondering if the IBA began to enforce pre- and post-trip drug tests, would some of the riders have a problem with that?  

tx2sturgis, my answer to that question would be...yes, I would have a problem with that. ONLY because of the logistics involved in doing drug testing at the start of a ride.

I, personally, have no problem submitting to a drug test, any time, anywhere. I am probably the most drug free person you will ever meet in your entire life. Don't smoke, don't drink and don't use drugs. I have always preferred a clear mind over the idea of a drug hazed mind, whether that be from alcohol, drugs, coffee, or cigarettes.

In the OLD days of the IBA, it was extremely frowned upon for any rider to use drugs of any kind. If a rider was found to have used drugs, they were banned from the IBA. Most serious riders know very well to stay away from any stimulants, and were prefer the jedi trick of mind over matter. But the mind needs to know...what matters...as in when to stop, and get rest.

As for what happens on a one person ride, doing their own thing, not part of a rally or group ride, I cannot speak on that. I would hope that a rider would use their brain, and not false stimulants.

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Hey guys, I am looking to get a bigger fuel tank for My 2000 XVS1100 Any ideas as to where I should look and I would also like to keep the original look of the speedometer. Thanks  

There's not a larger tank that will easily fit due the high frame clearance needed. There's been some who have taken tanks, cut them in half and add metal to make them have a larger capacity.  

Here's the one I remembered that turned out pretty well extending a fuel tank. https://www.starbikeforums.com/threads/saint-john-is-back.115020/?post_id=977046#post-977046  

@Pat , yeah but it's a midnight star, not sure the measurements for the fittings would coincide though, but it`s a very nice upgrade job. wish I could do that myself, I might ask family, I have a couple welders there.  

If I was riding an 1100 and wanted more range, before I spent the first dollar converting my bike into a one of a kind, white elephant, I'd consider selling it and using the money to buy myself a VStar 950. I could immediately start getting another ~35 miles range from the same (17 liter) size tank. That's like adding a gallon of capacity. And, for every 1000 miles I rode, I would keep another $20 of gas money in my pocket. I have a hard time rationalizing riding 35mpg machines, when there are plenty available that can get 50. Every dollar I spend on fuel is literally burned, and that dino juice isn't getting any cheaper.  

Thanks Wies, but as I said in My previous post I need the seat AND the luggage rack for luggage. I have found but I am having problem to GET it since I am in Canada and the item I have found is in the US. So if it doesn't fit, I am stuck with it with a cost of 200 to 500 PLUS shipping and customs.  

Stopping for gas is free (except for the gas itself) For what it is worth, people ride 1100's cross country all the time. Fuel capacity was never exactly on the list of complaints. Long distance the 1100 is basically like riding a slightly longer 650. It does not weight that much you are going to want to stop unless you are into masochism. Like all light bikes, you need a break from being beat up. And since it sounds like you are riding 2up Your passenger is going to want to stop anyways 1100 aint a goldwing back on the pillion. Axeman brings up a valid point I do not know how blind the RCMP is to a bike with a running fuel tank mounted on the back. You can get away with it here, but maybe not in Canada, and you say you need every bit of available space anyways. So you are pretty much stuck with paying someone to widen the tank and refinish it. Or, stop for gas. By the time the 650 needs gas, I am very much ready to stop anyways and move body parts and find a chilli dog.  

I don't imagine anybody is concerned with the legal ramifications, but, at least here in the USA, tanks that are piped into the vehicle's fuel system need to be: - DOT approved or covered under the vehicle's homologation. - Vented - Located in accordance with certain restrictions, i.e. within boundaries defined by axles and away from exhaust, etc. Of course, tanks for go karts, since they are not ridden on the road, require none of this. I expect that modifying a motorcycle's fuel tank or fuel system would change that machine's legal status as roadworthy, and that this could allow, for example, an insurer to decline to pay out if an accident occurred. Plenty of folks do it anyway, and I haven't heard about anybody being ticketed for making a fuel system modification like this, but it could possibly have consequences. For one thing, every gallon adds 6lbs of weight, carried high, and this changes the CG. Things can change, like handling, and stability on the kickstand. Personally, If for whatever reason I couldn't, or didn't want to switch to a more efficient machine, and felt I needed additional fuel capacity, I'd go for one of the many available options for legally transporting fuel. Staying Fueled: How to Carry Extra Fuel on a Motorcycle | J.D. Power (jdpower.com) These require stopping to transfer the fuel into the tank, but I find my bladder has a far smaller reserve than my fuel tank anyways. The bike I rode on a recent 720 mile trip could go 210 miles (336 km) before hitting reserve on its 3.4 gallon tank, (70 mpg), but I could only manage 150 miles before I was ready for break. Sore butt was another limitation. Exploring your range can be done with a camp stove fuel bottle in a backpack. I carried one of these when I was traveling cross country but I never used it except to make coffee in camp. But we probably had more fuel stations in the USA than you do in Canada, even 45 years ago, when I made my big cross country trips. I consider the 950 to be in same range as the 1100. It's two inches shorter wheelbase, 20lbs lighter, but with the more efficient belt drive, loses less HP to the final drive than the 1100. About 45hp at the rear wheel vs. 53hp for the 1100. Both have 4.4 gallon tanks, but with the ability to achieve 50mpg, the 950 can go further on that fuel, and probably 270km. Or, you could probably achieve your desired 270km on a stock VStar 1300. Despite being more powerful than the 1100, and heavier, the EFI gives them better fuel economy, plus the tank is 4.8 gallons. 3.8 gallons x 44mpg = 167 miles = 268km Yamaha XVS1300 V Star 1300 MPG - Actual MPG from 24 Yamaha XVS1300 V Star 1300 owners (fuelly.com)  

Axeman88 said: Both have 4.4 gallon tanks, but with the ability to achieve 50mpg, the 950 can go further on that fuel, and probably 270km. Click to expand...

When a person is on any forum and starts asking about more range, especially a larger tank or an auxiliary tank one must be prepared to get lectured about needing to stop and questioned why. Unless you are on the Iron Butt Forum. I have been there done that. Few people understand about fueling up when you want to not when you have to. Or when at O dark thirty the station is closed or it is out of fuel. I am not familiar with the 1100s fuel system. If it is carbureted the plumbing is easy. Mounting the auxiliary tank can be the more difficult part. FI fuel system plumbing is a little trickier but not a big deal. I had a 1.8 gallon aux tank on the luggage rack of my carbureted 07 Honda VTX 1300, main tank was 4.9 gallons. This gave me a range of 200 miles before reserve. On my carbureted 2012 Yamaha Royal Star Venture S I mounted a 5 Gallon aux tank (bought used) in place of the pillion seat, main tank was 5.9 gallons for a total of 10.9 gallons. Range, over 330 miles at 80mph riding into a Texas wind. The Iron Butt Association allows 11 gallons for the Iron Butt Rally. I never rode in it so the 5 gallon was a little larger than I needed. I replaced the 5 gallon tank with a 3 gallon. Both have baffles in them. As far as the plumbing on a carb MC. Install an on off valve in the fuel line from the aux tank and connect it into the main fuel line before the petcock. On a FI model the IBA folks usually connect it to the main fuel tank vent. If there is no evap canister life is easier. Vacuum from the main tank sucks fuel from the aux tank gallon for gallon. The aux tank is vented of air is filled where gasoline once was. On the FI system always fill the main tank first, put the cap on tight, then fill the aux tank or fuel will exit the main tank when you fill the aux. On carb just shut off the petcock or the valve you installed and fill either. Search the Iron Butt Association Forum. I never had time to mount my aux on my Triumph 900 before I totaled it. I am working on a plan to put one on my Syder.  

As far as fuel stops and mapping many use Google maps or Garmin Base Camp then load into GPS. I did not have a good experience with these methods. It is just me and my level of competence. For many years I used paper maps for finding my way and planning my trips. I still use the paper maps as an aid. If you are on an interstate and you know your range before reserve, fuel is usually not an issue. I always estimate conservatively on my range in case of a head wind. There are places in the west, even on interstates, where see fuel buy fuel is good advice. I prefer secondary roads when touring. When I am planning a trip, I start with a paper map to get the overall picture. I then go online to AAA Trip Tics. I am a member of AAA. I enter my key places then tweak it. I click on the fuel button to start finding stations within my range. Then if I am using a GPS I enter key places, including fuel stops, into it so as to follow MY intended route. If I am on an Iron Butt Association timed ride (I do not do their rallies), I will check the hours a station is open. My method is not a very scientific way, but it has worked for me in the 16 years of visiting 49 states and all of Canada's provinces/territories with roads and many IBA rides. The IBA members who ride in rallies are pros at mapping and their fuel stops. Of course, almost all have auxiliary fuel tanks. If you do not have an aux tank and are stressing or traveling in lightly populated areas, carry a gallon of fuel. Take a look at the Armadillo bag. Also look at MSR fuel bottles. I like the Armadillo bag better. Enjoy your travels.  

leroys73 said: As far as fuel stops and mapping many use Google maps or Garmin Base Camp then load into GPS. I did not have a good experience with these methods. It is just me and my level of competence. For many years I used paper maps for finding my way and planning my trips. I still use the paper maps as an aid. If you are on an interstate and you know your range before reserve, fuel is usually not an issue. I always estimate conservatively on my range in case of a head wind. There are places in the west, even on interstates, where see fuel buy fuel is good advice. I prefer secondary roads when touring. When I am planning a trip, I start with a paper map to get the overall picture. I then go online to AAA Trip Tics. I am a member of AAA. I enter my key places then tweak it. I click on the fuel button to start finding stations within my range. Then if I am using a GPS I enter key places, including fuel stops, into it so as to follow MY intended route. If I am on an Iron Butt Association timed ride (I do not do their rallies), I will check the hours a station is open. My method is not a very scientific way, but it has worked for me in the 16 years of visiting 49 states and all of Canada's provinces/territories with roads and many IBA rides. The IBA members who ride in rallies are pros at mapping and their fuel stops. Of course, almost all have auxiliary fuel tanks. If you do not have an aux tank and are stressing or traveling in lightly populated areas, carry a gallon of fuel. Take a look at the Armadillo bag. Also look at MSR fuel bottles. I like the Armadillo bag better. Enjoy your travels. Click to expand...

Thanks wiesshund. I'm an old fart so anything new and easy helps. A buddy and I are leaving for Nowhere Utah Sunday. I say that but it can be Nowhere New Mexico or Arizona for this trip. I've been there do that so I know the fuel stops can be far between.  

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at least I think it is the overflow. Started bike for the 2nd time this year. Started on full choke after aa bit of cranking. Went to push the choke in a bit and noticed fuel running out of a hose on the left side up by that side air filter. Have not had a chance to look at it yet, but I am open to suggestions where to look. I have a Clymer hard copy manual and an electronic Yamaha service manual. yer Thanks John  

Assuming it's the carb overlfow and not just a leak, you probably have a stuck float or dirt in the float valve that shuts off the fuel. You may have to take the carb bowl off but there is a trick you can try first, it may clear it up if you just have a tiny speck of dirt stuck in there, pinned by the pressure of the float trying to shut off the fuel since the bowl is full. Turn off the fuel at the petcock. Run the engine until it's out of fuel. This will empty the bowls of fuel and make the floats drop down, opening the inlet valves to the bowls wide. ( you can also drain the bowls by opening the drains at the bottom but I'm not familair with your bike so I don't know what it looks like) Open the petcock, if your lucky the dirt is dislodged and the flow of fuel through the wide open valve will flush out the dirt. You can try this a few times, you can tap on the carb while empty too to shake things up a bit. If it doesn't work and still keeps overflowing you'll have to open up the carbs and see what's going on, but this fixed this exact problem on my Honda on the side of the road one day and it's been fine for 3000 miles since then.  

ah... downdraft carbs... I see.  

SemiFast said: See number 13 and 19 in parts diagram. I think the 'covers' will come off after you loosen the screws in those clamps. (Four total, one directly on top of each carburetor). The rubber air ducts will probably be kind of stuck to the carbs so you may need to 'work' them a little. There are some small drain hoses and such in the cover that have to be unplugged for removal. Study the diagram to get an idea about that. EDIT: You'll need to loosen clamps #52 and #53 also then 'work' the covers out. With all of that stuff to deal with it might be good to take close up pics as you go for help putting it back together later. Click to expand...

SemiFast said: The fuel bowls are located directly opposite from the carb caps (other end) of the carburetors in your pic number three and are not numbered in diagram but #12 is the drain screw located in the bottom of the fuel bowl. When I recommended using the fuel bowl drain screws to remove / install B12 I did not realize they were hidden under all that stuff. Click to expand...

SemiFast said: Yes, change the oil and filter before any attempt to run or even turn the engine over. Change again if there is any question that fuel may have gotten in the oil again. Cheap insurance. Keep us informed, post pics and ask questions as you go if need be. Click to expand...

Sorry you’re having such a workout! How old is that fuel? Has your bike been sitting for a while? Hang in there brother you’ll get it. For what it’s worth I always added fuel stabilizer after my bikes were on “E” before filling them when I was preparing for “down time.” I rode the machine a few miles afterwards to assure it ran thoroughly through the fuel system. An extra in line fuel filter never hurts. I never experienced any problems when starting up after the bikes sat for a while unused. I did this religiously every fall in New England for many years. I’m sure you know this this already. Just saying. Good luck. The wind misses you!  

Anthony it was full and had a half a bottle of staybill in 5 gals of fuel. That was done before my open heart surgery in summer of 18. I have started it every couple of months but only ridden it 3-4 times since then. I was afraid of the weight if I had to hold it up and what it would do to my surgical scars. Everything was fine until this time around. Started right up but spewed fuel out the overflow. I have been trying to get it the float unstuck to no avail. At 76 my eyes aren't what they used to be and after this go around I am going to put it back together and see if I can't find someone that can fix it. Once it is running I will go through it and sell it. My Harley is over 100 lighter so I am ridding that for now. Will probably sell that as well and get something smaller.  

Critter said: I am going to let it sit over night as it drains all over itself and I want to let it evaporate before I try again. Click to expand...

Sounds like a plan. My Harley’s a lot simpler than dual or triple carb set up for sure. Mine’s a single carb 84 FLT. What year is yours? Incidentally Stable is only good for two years at best. Things do get gummed up after that. Good luck with the sale.  

anthonylavallee17 said: Incidentally Stable is only good for two years at best. Things do get gummed up after that. Good luck with the sale. Click to expand...

Nice springer. Much easier to maintain for sure. Enjoy brother!  

Interesting. I live in the Sonoran desert and I’ve stored an old 59 Studerbaker Lark for over a year and she still fired right up. I did add a lead substitute . Maybe that makes a difference. I use the black 360 marine Sta-bil which is formulated for ethanol blend so the label says. Works for me.  

I am running 50/50 gas and techron at the moment. I ran out of b12. It has been sitting for 24 hrs since I drained and filled it again. I will starult it and see what happens. I am not going to be able to go any farther into the carbs by myself. Even with my cheater specs I can see clearly enough to dig in deeper. I am trying to find a local shop that will work on it. Most places quote the 10 year rule.  

had the 360 in it as well and has been more than two years. It started and ran fine a couple of months ago but I only rode it about 10 miles. In hind sight I should have at least drained the tank and refilled it with fresh fuel and staybill. Isn't hind site great.  

Well I have hit a wall. It quit cranking yesterday evening. Don't think it hydrolocked as the starter doesn't make any noise at all. I think I blew a fuse or the relay. The relay has been talking (clicking prior to engaging) to me all wee lookingk. It rained most of the day so I didn't take the cover off. I will know more once I get a look at that. I am looking for a shop in the area, but no one wants to touch a 15 year old bike. Maybe I will sell it as is to someone who knows what they are doing.  

Well it is a fuse or the relay, it is not pulling any power when I hit the starter. I did find a shop (2 actually) that will work on her. One is two weeks out and the other a month out. Which ever one is available first I will put her on a trailer and take her there. I have put her all back together today and didn't have any extra parts so that was a good thing.  

It's back, new starter relay, carbs re-built with all new jets and needles. Runs strong, took the long way home. The only thing hurt is my wallet. They even did an oil and filter change incase any gas got into the oil.  

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• One Piece Plated Cylinder & Crankcase
• Forged Aluminum Pistons
• Exhaust Ultimate Power Valve (EXUP)
• Aluminum Deltabox Frame
• Rising Rate Monocross Suspension
• Yamaha Power Valve System (YPVS)
• First Monocross Suspension
• Part 1: Chassis Geometry
• Part 2: Aerodynamics
• Part 3: Suspension Principles
• Part 4: Front Suspension
• Part 5: Rear Suspension
• Part 6: Brakes and Braking
• The New VMAX
• V Star 1300
• Road Star Warrior
• VMAX: Category of its own
• 20 Years: Milestones of Yamaha Customs
• 1990's: When custom became fashion
• 2012 WR450F
• World Cross for Inspiration
• Super Ténéré: Built for Adventure
• Yamaha YZ450F: Radically different
• YZ250F for 2010: Refined race machine
• YZ450F: Simply the strongest
• 2005 Yamaha ROYAL STAR TOUR DELUXE (XVZ13CTT)

2005 Yamaha ROYAL STAR TOUR DELUXE (XVZ13CTT) Fuel Tank

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NOTES ON AVAILABILITY OF CYCLEPARTSNATION PARTS:

• Being able to add motorsports parts and accessories to your shopping cart is not an indication of the parts being in stock at cyclepartsnation. We sell millions of powersports parts at wholesale prices and can't possibly keep them all in stock. What we don't stock is ordered direct from our motorsports manufacturers and shipped to you.
• Although we regularly receive updates about unavailable parts with older vehicles from our motorsports manufacturers, occasionally, motorsports parts may be able to be added to your shopping cart that are discontinued and no longer in production. We will notify you if this is the case.

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