3000M Fuel Tank Removal

[GSF33]

Hi, need to remove the original fuel tank for cleaning and condition check. Is this possible without removing the rear glass? Thanks in advance.

[catfishdb]

Hello G,

Yes....but it is awkward because the angled glass gets in the way of getting your head and shoulders back there to undo all the fasteners/clamps and raise the tank comfortably up and out. Defo going to want to remove a seat or two.

Let the fun begin.

Arthur

[GSF33]

Thanks Arthur. I rather not take the glass out - so let the fun begin😉

[GAjon]

It’s worth taking the seats out to get better access.
And make sure the tanks empty of course.
Also check for wiring where you least expect it.

[timelord]

If the tank has not been out before there's a fair chance the retaining straps have rotted out so be prepared to glass in some new ones

[Moto]

Why not take the rear glass out? Taking the tank out with glass in must be a pig of a job.

I've taken my glass out 3 or 4 times now and it's not difficult and should be out within an hour. Putting it back in takes longer - probably 3-4 hours or so with cleaning and sealing. You may want to replace seals though if yours are in poor condition.

Moto

[GSF33]

Thanks to all for the advice👍

[Dinlowgoon]

Same as a Vixen I guess, glass/perspex out job. In those days Church Green Engineering could supply you a nice new back window ...

[GSF33]

After removing LH seat for better working room the tank came out relatively easily. Thanks to all for comments, really impressed at how quickly they came in.