I think this just might work...

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

I would pull my posts, but you can't do that anymore. So I'm left with an apology as my only option. I am sorry.

I understand that dilemma , I have wanted to pull posts also ….. Annnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnd apology accepted, :thumbup:…. the written word leaves lots to be desired. It appears in todays world when you, me or anyone makes even a simple statement, it has to be followed by 20 more " Clarifying " statements so the orig. isn't mis-construed. I have always felt … face to face verbalization to be best ……. Thanks …. PS before the new Administration arrived there were Very many folks who claimed to read minds …. and would then post what you REALLY said :roflblack::roflblack: ........ there isn't much of that here anymore, and I don't miss it even one bit ……… Mike hyea:

 

[canamjhb]

Looks dangerous. I would not do that. Instead, carry a siphon hose. We have carried one for years, and never needed it.

That's what I carry..... plus a fuel transfer container. The siphon hose is compact. Clear plastic tubing with a squeeze bulb in the middle. Cheap at any auto parts store. My fuel transfer container is a 1-gallon freezer ziplock bag. I have never needed to use either. But they are part of my regular spares on the bike. Together they might weigh 1/2 pound..... Jim

 

[Gwolf]

First, the RotopaX fuel containers are bullet proof, not thin plastic, used by dirt bikers and off-road 4 wheeler's alike, and they do not leak under pressure. No problem there. BUT, I'd also think twice about tying one on with a bungee cord, regardless of where it was placed. I'm not sure the one in question is actually mounted to the swing arm but even if not, it is too close to the swing arm and tire. And if you travel in the west (West Texas comes to mind...) there are stretches where there is no gas for 100 miles. Same goes for the Alaska Highway (any number of the gas points that were there on my first trip are now closed.) So even with a 200 mile range, I never pass up fuel when it goes below 1/2.

I agree with that. I have a couple of those Rotopac containers. They are very tough. Never had one leak or slosh out. Alaska Highway, you will need extra fuel. Some of the larger National Forests you may have a problem getting fuel. Most of the country there are plenty of gas stops.

 

[chris56]

It is easy and cheap to fix a strong Aluminium plate on the top of the mount-max - I wouldn`t see a problem to add a fuel-box under my topcase .. but you need a really strong shock on the back (I use the FOX also for 2up - maybe that fits also on the Rally ??
(that story here looks more than dangorous for me )