Page 1 of 4 123 ... LastLast
Results 1 to 10 of 34

Thread: I have to drain my gas tank

  1. #1
    Senior Member
    Join Date
    Apr 2008
    Posts
    1,592
    Ok I have to get rid of all the fuel in my bike and just letting it run isn't the best option for the bike right now. Anyone know where the fuel line runs from/to and whether it's feasible to drain it that way or not?

  2. #2
    Senior Member
    Join Date
    Apr 2008
    Posts
    670
    theres a drain plug on the frame.

  3. #3
    Senior Member
    Join Date
    Apr 2008
    Posts
    1,592
    Yea, but I though that only plugs were one in the rear swingarm for oil, also one for the primary. Where is the one for the fuel?

  4. #4
    Senior Member
    Join Date
    Jan 2009
    Posts
    871
    there's a service manual that may help you find it;
    check page 4-104 of
    service manual for buells

  5. #5
    Senior Member
    Join Date
    Oct 2008
    Posts
    941
    To prevent spray of fuel, purge system of high pressure fuel before supply line is disconnected. Gasoline is flammablae and explosive which could result in your death :)

    1. Purge the fuel supply line of high pressure gas.

    a. Disconnnect the 4 place fuel pump connector. Connector is located inside the left rear portion of the fuel tank/frame

    b. with the bike running start engine and allow vehicle to run.

    c. when engine stalls press the starter button for 4 seconds to remove any remaining fuel from line.
    2. Remove drain plug and drain fuel.. discard plug.

    3. when fuel tank is empty replace with new plug and tighten to 84-108 in. pounds


  6. #6
    Senior Member
    Join Date
    Apr 2008
    Posts
    1,592
    Thanks Ya'll really appreciate it.

  7. #7
    Senior Member
    Join Date
    Oct 2008
    Posts
    941
    No problem.. do you like my artwork :)

  8. #8
    Senior Member
    Join Date
    Apr 2008
    Posts
    1,592
    Yea, I was wondering. What happens if I just take out the four bolts and let the drain plug loose? Will it still drain the fuel for me?

  9. #9
    Senior Member
    Join Date
    Jul 2008
    Posts
    372
    Is this to ship it to Germany?

  10. #10
    Senior Member
    Join Date
    Apr 2008
    Posts
    1,592
    Yes it is, it is going in my household goods...



Page 1 of 4 123 ... LastLast

Similar Threads

  1. drain gas
    By novicecharles in forum Buell Parts Guy Questions and Answers
    Replies: 3
    Last Post: 05-06-2012, 08:35 AM
  2. Gas Drain
    By bones612 in forum Buell Lightning XB12S, XB12Ss, CityX, XB12Scg
    Replies: 5
    Last Post: 01-03-2012, 05:25 PM
  3. Oil Tank - Drain Plug (damaged threads)
    By pnl in forum Troubleshooting
    Replies: 7
    Last Post: 12-13-2011, 05:18 AM
  4. How do I drain the fuel tank?
    By 06BuellCT in forum Buell Parts Guy Questions and Answers
    Replies: 5
    Last Post: 03-26-2009, 09:18 PM
  5. Replies: 4
    Last Post: 03-17-2008, 08:08 PM

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •