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Reda gas can - Why is it so $$$pecial?
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SpyderAnn01
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We saw them at one local Harley dealer for $30 and another dealer across town (owned by the same people) wanted $40 for them. Maybe they are available online for cheaper.
Upon further review....$29.99 seems to be the universal price for the Reda cans. I looked at Sears.com and prices for 1 gallon cans range from $10 to $50 so I guess gas cans are just all fairly expensive and add to it the motorcycle factor and you get $29.99 for the Reda.
Upon further review....$29.99 seems to be the universal price for the Reda cans. I looked at Sears.com and prices for 1 gallon cans range from $10 to $50 so I guess gas cans are just all fairly expensive and add to it the motorcycle factor and you get $29.99 for the Reda.
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Bob Denman
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I don't know this for a fact... but how much might it be worth to you in order to insure that the rest of your gear stored in that saddlebag doesn't smell like gasoline? :dontknow:
You get what you pay for in this game and sometimes it's just safest to reach for the "top shelf"... :thumbup:
You get what you pay for in this game and sometimes it's just safest to reach for the "top shelf"... :thumbup:
SpyderAnn01
Active member
I agree but I have also heard that the Reda can will leave you with stinky stuff. I'm gonna stick with planning my stops so I don't run out.
Bob Denman
New member
I've heard some of those tales as well. I guess they do a better job of sealing than most of the other cans that are out there though...
MarkLawson
RT-S PE#0031
Being a specialized gas can, they have limited appeal and sales. This causes the per unit cost to be much higher than those that are marketed to the masses. The Reda can is made specific to fit the saddlebags of Harelys. That unique shape, plus their seal to prevent fume leaks, makes them expensive. I have four of them, two for each saddlebag while traveling. I have been in areas of Texas, running high speeds (90 MPH) against high headwinds (35 MPH), while pulling my RT-622 trailer, and only got 18.6 MPG. My low fuel light would come on at 89 miles on the tank. While I did not have to use the Reda, they gave me comfort to know were were available, if needed.
SteveMac
MOgang Member & Monster Member,
:agree:
And to add, I have used mine on long trips and can attest to no fumes and fit the right side bag on the RT nicely. I had my tool kit and rain gear in there as well.
ARtraveler
R.I.P. Dwayne
I would guess it mostly boils down to: they fit: they work well: mostly no fumes and they give you extra confidence on long lonley rides:
bikeguy
New member
And that is exactly why I carry a couple of them on day trips around west Texas. Gas stations in this part of west Texas can sometimes be few and far between especially riding secondary roads. So far I haven't had to use them but having them gives me peace of mind and allows me to explore roads that I'm not familiar with. Even though my wife sometimes says she can smell some fumes from them.
Cotton
Firefly
Active member
I can personally attest to this. Ended up making tons of my stuff smell horrible for a whole trip. They also are a mess to actually use and pour the gas out as the spout is down in the gas getting wet. Gas spilled down the side of Spyder... finally just left the dang thing next to the gas pumps at a station near Boston and said the heck with it.
When I got back I contacted Reda and was told they had a manufacturing problem with some of their caps and thus had leaks, etc.... Well--- too late! Really negates the whole idea of paying $32 for a can if it doesn't work as advertised. On something like this-- there should be no margin for such an error to occur. They offered to send me another one for no charge... told them no thanks..... if I can't trust their product 100% , then it's not good enough.
Maybe their design is great. Maybe when everything is made to perfection they work great.... but what if they get another batch of bad caps? What if they wear over time? One would think for something as important as not leaking gas and getting fumes on clothes... they would test EVERY unit before they ship them out.
I now have a trailer.. and I wouldn't even trust a Reda can in that.
I've seen other 'thermos' type cans out there that are more expensive, but look like they would REALLY work. For now.....just gonna stick with the gas in the Spyder tank!
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zrc
Guest
I keep a small length of hose, a funnel, and a mason jar. If I run low, look for parked cars to siphon from... This is when its hard to know what octane your getting...
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zrc
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Buttsy
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So far I keep it in the left side "saddlebag", along with my tools, cables for securing jackets etc and a map book. No problems yet
Cool thanks for the pic.................I guess 2 can fit easily in the same side?
NancysToy
Motorbike Professor
I have had no problem with the REDA cans, either from odor, leakage, or spills when filling. I will admit that they are a pain to open the spout to fill with, but all modern cans seem to have that feature. I carry a pair or two of nitrile glove to avoid getting gassy smelling hands...and open the check valve by hand instead of pushing the spout into the opening. I carry two cans plus a small bottle of Stabil in the left bag, to answer that question, with enough room left for a rainsuit, shop towels, or something similar and flexible.
One caveat...if you use a REDA can (or equivalent) use Stabil (or Seafoam) to keep it fresh, and use the contents and refill periodically, to avoid problems from stale fuel or condensation.
One caveat...if you use a REDA can (or equivalent) use Stabil (or Seafoam) to keep it fresh, and use the contents and refill periodically, to avoid problems from stale fuel or condensation.
spyderrock
New member
I have 2 Kolpin jugs mounted to the front of my Aluma MCT trailer. They are made for the ATV industry and well almost bullet proof :roflblack::roflblack::roflblack: they are very very strong. They have 2 safety features to get the fuel to be released from the jug. I paid 40 dollars each for these and they are great I will check later today to see if they fit in a side saddle bag.
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