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Proper fuel level in Reda gas can
I have two Reda 1 Gal cans I keep filled and in my Spyder left saddlebag when I go on longer trips. Other than adding fuel stabilizer I have a couple questions.
1) Concerning the amount of fuel I to add. Do I fill it up as far as possible to minimize any air or leave space for expansion?
2) How long can I expect to keep the fuel in the Reda cans before replacing?
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May I add another question to these first ones please?
What do people feel about putting the Reda gas can filled in the front trunk of the Spyder? I have no luggage, yet. Even then, don't know if I will go so far as getting the BRP side bag set up. So, only the trunk is available to hold a gas can at this time.
Better off not? What??
TIA for responses.
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You will get many opinions on your questions, so here is mine. Fill up until it lightly squrts out of the small slits next to your filler tube...any more and it will spill out on your panel. Stop when you can see the gas in the filler tube, stop. Forcing more will not give you a pint and may make a mess.
I would rotate your extra cans every 30-45 days or so. It will keep fresh fuel in them and is not much of a chore. Perhaps one on a fill and the other the next fill. If you use Sta-Bil, you can add several weeks to this rotation.
I do not carry extra gas, yet. If you can secure the extra can in the front you could be fine, however a front end collision could lead to problems, as you know. I, personally, won't carry extra gas while riding locally. I will rethink this on longer road trips.
JMHO
Last edited by Mr. White; 05-12-2011 at 02:32 PM.
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Originally Posted by DynamoBT
May I add another question to these first ones please?
What do people feel about putting the Reda gas can filled in the front trunk of the Spyder? I have no luggage, yet. Even then, don't know if I will go so far as getting the BRP side bag set up. So, only the trunk is available to hold a gas can at this time.
Better off not? What??
TIA for responses.
I have a similar tank that holds one and a half gallons i kept it in either the trunk or in my Nelson Riggs 950 side bag. So far never had any problems.
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Originally Posted by BIG RED 1
You will get many opinions on your questions, so here is mine. Fill up until it lightly squrts out of the small slits next to your filler tube...any more and it will spill out on your panel. Stop when you can see the gas in the filler tube, stop. Forcing more will not give you a pint and may make a mess.
I would rotate your extra cans every 30-45 days or so. It will keep fresh fuel in them and is not much of a chore. Perhaps one on a fill and the other the next fill. If you use Sta-Bil, you can add several weeks to this rotation.
I do not carry extra gas, yet. If you can secure the extra can in the front you could be fine, however a front end collision could lead to problems, as you know. I, personally, won't carry extra gas while riding locally. I will rethink this on longer road trips.
JMHO
I think he was asking about the REDAs in regards to filling.
I have 2 REDAs and small saddlebags to place them in. However, I've had graphics installed and the saddlebags would touch the panels and probably rub some; so, I probably will put one in the trunk on long trips.
Last edited by wyliec; 05-12-2011 at 02:40 PM.
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You are right, I read too much into it....later
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Here is something I found while using one of these, the green ring that you turn before you push down to let fuel flow is a waist of time. It actually make it harder to use and cause me to spill fuel (used it twice to help out stranded biker) so I have cut it off and now much easer to operate and you have to really make sure the cap is very tight.
Last edited by burg650; 05-12-2011 at 10:10 PM.
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Thanks for the info. I agree that the green safety latch is a pain. I may also look into removing it.
I ended up doing some research on "filling gas cans" and it looks like you should only fill the container to about 95% full. This will allow room for expansion if needed. I was thinking if it was completely full there wouldn't be any sloshing. Also I guess even with stabilizer it is suggested to use the gas ASAP. I figure I'll just change it out once a month or so. I'm not looking for peak performance. I just want to be able to get to a gas station in an emergency.
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Corbin seat, trunkrest & driver backrest, Capt.Jim's Belt Tensioner, SpyderPops LaBlock, Cat Shields, Bumpskid & Belt Guard
Seal PUP Floorboards, BRP chrome, Ron's Anti-Sway Bar, Lamonster LED Head/Fog Lights & BRP Air Scoops
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reda gas can
what is a reda gas can, and do you get any gas smell putting them in your side bags? also can you put them in your trailer?
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Here is the website for the Reda Gas Can
www.redagascan.com
FYI: For Southern Ontario Riders these can be purchased from Rocky's HD in London. The web site lists Canadian distributors in all of the provinces.
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Originally Posted by Spyderal11
what is a reda gas can, and do you get any gas smell putting them in your side bags? also can you put them in your trailer?
Good info in this post inlcuding Lamont video:
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...ad.php?t=25290
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I just finished nearly 3000 miles in 6 riding days, including a SS1K.
Had a Reda gas can filled all the time.
NEVER came close to needing it.
I think I over worried the gas thing. Went 150 miles between fillups and never put in more than 4.7 gallons.
It was nice to have the comfort to not worry about gas, but with 20/20 hindsight, the worry was unnecessary.
Don't get me wrong, the Reda is a great device, it's just that for me, all it did was take up space I could have used for other things.
If it ain't broke, don't break it.
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TicketBait
I'm glad you got the use out of your gas can. The all important question..............
How far did you get when you ran out of gas.
Were you pulling your trailer the whole time?
Last edited by ThreeWheels; 05-14-2011 at 11:06 AM.
If it ain't broke, don't break it.
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2020 RT Limited Asphalt Grey
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I had to coast 4.6 miles on my V-rod w/o gas - it's milage was about the same as my RT…. I'll always carry the Reda on long trips...
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Reda Gas Can
Thank you all for this information.
Just ordered my Reda Gas Container for the trip to Durango.
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I was filling one of my Reda cans the other day and filled it pretty full. When I put the pour spout in the can to close it up, the gas was forced out and all over the outside of the can and ground. I got the impression that the pour spout was closed and took up the same room in the Reda can as it would if it was solid and not hollow. My have been trapped air, but sure made a stinky mess. What do you do with it now, put it in your saddlebag to stink like the outside of the can?
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I'm the odd one out who had a terrible experience with the REDA tank. Leaked...fumes...gas...mess..... REDA said they had some defective caps. No excuse for such a defect in my book. You buy something for a specific purpose and peace of mind and then find out they had a defect that makes the purpose and peace of mind worthless----- no thanks. Would never trust one of their cans again.
Considering you can easily get 150 to 175 miles from a tank- there really aren't many places in the USA that you'll need the extra gas.
Just my .02.
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