Changing Fuel filter - what tupperware needs to be removed?

[Lew L]

Good day Gentleman,
I'm planning on changing the fuel filter on the 2014 RTS. A question :

What tupperwhere needs to be removed?? I've probably seen it in my adventures into the :spyder2:'s but I can't remember. I'll just buy a filter locally and I have the special clamps.

Thanks all. Lew L

 

[2dogs]

Left side. Check out Cheap Cycle Parts schematic for your bikes year and model and it will show you where your filter is hiding.

 

[Gldwnger]

On my 2014 RTS, The fuel filter is behind the frame by where the oil filter is.

 

[2dogs]

Yea, it does appear to be on the right. https://www.cheapcycleparts.com/oemparts/a/cam/53f547f7f870021dbc21b880/fuel-system

 

[Lew L]

fuel filter location?????

As I'm preparing to do the HMC filter , I was going to R/r the fuel filter. It may appear to be on the right in the schematic but is not on the right side( maybe I need to clean my glasses). I'll be pulling the left side tupperware tomorrow. Hope the fuel filter will show it self.

Lew L

 

[trikermutha]

Check around the 41 minute mark for the fuel filter change. Its behind the frame. Same side as the HCM.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTWmuSaDdB4

 

[billybovine]

Time to clean your glasses.

 

[JayBros]

Remember, Left and Right as you sit on the bike. Right side. You must remove the Right top side panel and rear side panel.

 

[Lew L]

After cleaning my glasses:yikes thank you, billy and triker) BRP did hid it well.

Thanks again.

 

[trikermutha]

Yeah they did a good job of hiding it.:shocked:

 

[Lew L]

Well ----- all done three filters replaced and different oil used. Fuel, trans, oil filters really aren't that hard ( if you know where to find them:dontknow. save a lot of money by DYI.. BUT--- how much would a dealer charge to r and r those 3 filters????????

Lew L

 

[JayBros]

Having DIY'ed my 56K service I will do it all again at 84K except the plugs; they're a PITA and I will probably stretch them because I used Ron's iridium ones. I just did things at my leisure over a couple of days.

 

[trikermutha]

Would say over 500 bucks to do all those filters by a dealer.

I have done all mine filters so far except for the plugs. Hope I never have to either. :gaah:

 

[MrBill5491]

One question on the fuel filter, does one need to use the factory type clamps or can I use screw clamps instead?

 

[JayBros]

I prefer to use the Oetiker clamps but you must have the proper size and the special Oetiker clamp pliers to do the job correctly. If you choose to use screw type clamps go to an auto parts store and get fuel injection system clamps.

 

[Little Blue]

Fuel Clamps

A big YES, Diffently use fuel injection type clamps.
You really don't want any fuel leaks. ......:thumbup:

 

[UtahPete]

I prefer to use the Oetiker clamps but you must have the proper size and the special Oetiker clamp pliers to do the job correctly. If you choose to use screw type clamps go to an auto parts store and get fuel injection system clamps.

Like this? https://www.amazon.com/HPS-Stainless-Steel-Injection-Clamps/dp/B093X2F9MW

 

[JayBros]

Those should do the job. You don't want to use clamps that dig into the hose.

 

[MrBill5491]

Fuel injection clamps it is, thank you all.

 

[RudyB]

Yea, it does appear to be on the right. https://www.cheapcycleparts.com/oemparts/a/cam/53f547f7f870021dbc21b880/fuel-system

Yes right side above oil filter