TravelingSpyder
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I know this is a taboo subject, but there are areas of this country where you can't find fuel as often as the Spyder needs it. How are you dealing with this
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Carrying extra fuel?
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smokster
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I bought a gallon gas can and will bring it with me.
Store it in the side cortech bag, oposite of exhaust of course.
John in PA
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I carry two 33 oz aluminum MSR fuel cans strapped together with duct tape on long trips. These are designed for backpackers to carry fuel. They don't leak liquid or vapors. Fuel keeps well because there's no air exposure. Together they give you an emergency half gallon of fuel incase of a misclculation.
Totally safe!!!
For frequent long trips consider adding a TourTank. Adds two or more gallons capacity and can be plumbed into existing fuel lines. Need a rear rack to mount it.
Totally safe!!!
For frequent long trips consider adding a TourTank. Adds two or more gallons capacity and can be plumbed into existing fuel lines. Need a rear rack to mount it.
bjt
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We've had someone do this and post about it. Not the prettiest mod but he was able to travel a long ways between fuel stops. http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6466
John in PA
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The TourTank I was thinking of is a two gallon, available with nice looking black nylon cover, looks like an average size small duffel behind the seat or rack. Because I'd move mine from bike to bike, and rarely actually have the time for long trips anyway, I'd probably use it for reserve fuel, and pipe it into the fill neck during a leg-stretching break if a fuel stop wasn't imminent.
TravelingSpyder
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These tanks look really cool and sturdy. Looks like they could be put on as "luggage" on the back of our BMW or Spyder. How do you pipe it in? A long neck funnel? Thanks for the information.
Kathy
John in PA
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If you're installing it higher than the fill neck on the bike, a simple hose to the filler is fine (with a valve, of course), keep it coiled and stowed when not in use. That's the way I'd use mine. The tanks are made to be plumbed into a regular fuel line with a quick disconnect. There are some plumbing extras needed on fuel injected bikes since the fuel lines are pressurized on FI machines. I believe the website details it.
Not the prettiest, huh!
I've had aux fuel cells on my last 3 machines - 2 BMWs and a Triumph Sprint ST. The BMW installs both required electric fuel pumps for the transfer but the install on the Triumph was high enough to enable gravity transer. In all 3 cases I plumbed into the tank 'balance' hose, or FI return hose.
The setup on the Spyder is the simplest! I'm using a 3 gal molded cell, from Summit Racing, so it is 'rated,' The tank sits on a steel tubing rack which can be removed in about 1 minute. My Pelican travel trunk sits forward of the tank. Below the tank is a simple 1/4" ball valve and a line which tucks away under the seat. Not wanting to take the fuel tank out and start making holes in it, I simply 'catheterized' the fuel cap with a short hose and 90 degree brass fitting. Takes a few seconds longer to unscrew it (while holding the fitting still) but it works perfectly!
I typically fill both tanks, and after about 120 miles I know there is room in the main tank for 3 gallons. I reach back and flip the valve and just watch the fuel gauge return to FULL. This takes about 3 minutes. Range is now 260 - 280 miles.
Stuart
I've had aux fuel cells on my last 3 machines - 2 BMWs and a Triumph Sprint ST. The BMW installs both required electric fuel pumps for the transfer but the install on the Triumph was high enough to enable gravity transer. In all 3 cases I plumbed into the tank 'balance' hose, or FI return hose.
The setup on the Spyder is the simplest! I'm using a 3 gal molded cell, from Summit Racing, so it is 'rated,' The tank sits on a steel tubing rack which can be removed in about 1 minute. My Pelican travel trunk sits forward of the tank. Below the tank is a simple 1/4" ball valve and a line which tucks away under the seat. Not wanting to take the fuel tank out and start making holes in it, I simply 'catheterized' the fuel cap with a short hose and 90 degree brass fitting. Takes a few seconds longer to unscrew it (while holding the fitting still) but it works perfectly!
I typically fill both tanks, and after about 120 miles I know there is room in the main tank for 3 gallons. I reach back and flip the valve and just watch the fuel gauge return to FULL. This takes about 3 minutes. Range is now 260 - 280 miles.
Stuart
bjt
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pps: Sorry bro. No offense meant. I just file that mod under the function over looks category.
retread
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I'm looking at a small camping trailer with an auxillary tank on it. Quick disconnect and electric pump to move gas between tanks, trying to figure out the connection to Spyder's tank, possibly an extension to the gas filler, set up so the stock cap still works. Any ideas?
john
john
bone crusher
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I'll just refill the tank...would rather carry around other items than gasoline...plus, you should be getting up and moving around every couple hours anyway...no static posture is too good for too long...
This one looks good. Something I have to consider. About how much do they cost; and where do you get them?
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dryheat
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Ideally, I'd get off the Spyder every couple hours also... but here in the West, it's not unusual to have stretches of 50-100 miles between gas stations... and if one of those you planned on stopping at is closed... well, you get the idea. :cus: Happened to me crossing New Mexico and it wsn't fun. Also it can be a bit of an irritation for riding buddies when you have to stop every 100-120 miles or so, and they're cruising along on a GS getting 45mpg and an 8 gallon tank.
I will be looking at something like this real soon! :thumbup:
dltang
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Not to add fuel to the fire...
No pun intended in my title. Well, Brian and I have been thinking about what to do for an emergency fuel source should it be needed. Economics prevented many really great ideas but I think we came up with a good one none the less. Here is how we plan on taking 3 spare gallons of fuel for out trip. I know 3 gallons isn't a lot but as I mentioned this is for emergency use not for our own personal filling station.
3 gallon tank
Filler siphon hose
Tank fits nicely in the cooler on the front of the trailer
Filler nozzle nestled in on top
And yes the cooler does close with no problem.
No pun intended in my title. Well, Brian and I have been thinking about what to do for an emergency fuel source should it be needed. Economics prevented many really great ideas but I think we came up with a good one none the less. Here is how we plan on taking 3 spare gallons of fuel for out trip. I know 3 gallons isn't a lot but as I mentioned this is for emergency use not for our own personal filling station.
3 gallon tank
Filler siphon hose
Tank fits nicely in the cooler on the front of the trailer
Filler nozzle nestled in on top
And yes the cooler does close with no problem.
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