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risk74 03-20-2018 08:01 AM

Oversize Gas Tank Opinions
 
After running out of gas Sunday while running in 5th place at the VCHSS season opener hare scrambles in Arrington, VA, I have decided to look into the option of an over-sized tank.

I am curious to know from those who run them if it noticeably affects the handling of the bike, or if the taller front portion gets in the way when sliding up on the tank? My other option is to make a pit stop, which I don't mind, but it will cost me time.

Would appreciate opinions on oversize tanks, pros/cons etc..

Thanks.

Neil E. 03-20-2018 12:08 PM

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What year is your bike? I have a Clarke tank on my 2011. No issues with size; you'd have to get really far forward for it to be in the way. I don't run shrouds at all (they don't fit properly on the Clarke tank). I took out the thermostat and the motor never overheats. I did make some filler panels so my knees have something to rub against when they are in tight to the bike.

swazi_matt 03-21-2018 01:14 AM

Richard Wilson posted on the GasGas Enduro Bike Riders Group on Facebook about the IMS tank, he is probably a good person to talk to

risk74 03-21-2018 05:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Neil E. (Post 181973)
What year is your bike? I have a Clarke tank on my 2011. No issues with size; you'd have to get really far forward for it to be in the way. I don't run shrouds at all (they don't fit properly on the Clarke tank). I took out the thermostat and the motor never overheats. I did make some filler panels so my knees have something to rub against when they are in tight to the bike.

Bike is an 04 with the 11 update kit on it. Thanks!

risk74 03-21-2018 05:58 AM

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Originally Posted by swazi_matt (Post 181987)
Richard Wilson posted on the GasGas Enduro Bike Riders Group on Facebook about the IMS tank, he is probably a good person to talk to

Will do! Thank you.


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