Are you like me and "PUSH" reserve on trips?

[Flathead]

If you need just the canister, or want to supply your own fuel bottle agri supply has it for $4.99. http://www.agrisupply.com/operators-manual-canister/p/67670/

[mkorn]

In tank fuel pumps use the gas to cool them ... running the level down too far all the time will shorten the pumps life.

[roadPilot]

Better to save money on the tube so you can save up for the new fuel pump when you burn it up from running on empty all the time. 

I don't believe anybody is condoning the regular practice of running your tank dry.  The general premise here is having a little extra fuel available in an *emergency* situation.

[ninjawarrior1400]

Dual exhausts complicate mounting under the inside bag floor.  Wondering if you could mount one on the leading front face of maybe the right side bag in a vertical mount arrangement...or would it be in the way of a passenger leg?

My only altenative mounting location would be on the outside bottom flooring of the luggage pivot door, but that puts the weight of the fuel outside instead of inside for a more balanced carrying position, and it could interfere with the muffler when the door is opened fully and pivoted down....the tube may hit the muffler a bit...

Any ideas or comments or suggestions?

Ninja

[stevewfl]

Dual exhausts complicate mounting under the inside bag floor.  Wondering if you could mount one on the leading front face of maybe the right side bag in a vertical mount arrangement...or would it be in the way of a passenger leg?

My only altenative mounting location would be on the outside bottom flooring of the luggage pivot door, but that puts the weight of the fuel outside instead of inside for a more balanced carrying position, and it could interfere with the muffler when the door is opened fully and pivoted down....the tube may hit the muffler a bit...

Any ideas or comments or suggestions?

Ninja

We can figure something out-

[Son of Pappy]

I have 2 MSR fuel bottles for my KLR, I decided to go that route so I can brew my coffee (multi fuel stove) in the morning and always have spare fuel for that just in case moment, some places made for the KLR just aint seen a gas station!  2 bottles just shy of a gallon of gas and at 50+ mpg I can find something to help get me home.  I wouldnt hesitate to toss a bottle in either bag for trips on the '14.

[VirginiaJim]

In tank fuel pumps use the gas to cool them ... running the level down too far all the time will shorten the pumps life.

I agree.  Another thing to think about is that the container might explode or catch fire during an unforeseen incident unless it is totally designed as a reserve tank.  This is a C14 with 5.9 gallons of fuel.  It ain't a C10 with 7.5 gallons.  Just stop earlier.  You've got 20 to 40 or so miles before it totally stops so that should be sufficient time to find a station.  You really can't miss the low fuel warning on this bike, either.

[stevewfl]

I agree.  Another thing to think about is that the container might explode or catch fire during an unforeseen incident unless it is totally designed as a reserve tank.  This is a C14 with 5.9 gallons of fuel.  It ain't a C10 with 7.5 gallons.  Just stop earlier.  You've got 20 to 40 or so miles before it totally stops so that should be sufficient time to find a station.  You really can't miss the low fuel warning on this bike, either.

I don't plan on running out often, and I hope not to crash. But either way, I'll report results! 

Many have been using this solution for years on the C14, I can't take credit for the idea or design.  I just offered up pics

[VirginiaJim]

Excellent.  Assuming you're not a crispy critter we'll be expecting them.

[koval68]

No. I'm nothing like you, Steve!
When reserve "kicks in"on my bike, I start looking for a gas station.....don't need anymore stress in my life....

[CrashGordon]

No. I'm nothing like you, Steve!
When reserve "kicks in"on my bike, I start looking for a gas station.....don't need anymore stress in my life....

Agreed! It's usually time to pull over and rest the buttocks, anyway.

[mikeboileau]

What about expansion and venting issues?

[VirginiaJim]

What about expansion and venting issues?

That's usually handled by resting the buttocks.... 

[stevewfl]

My buttocks are in worse shape parked, sitting, waiting on gas. I hope not to run out of gas on this trip. 

But the last time I ran out I was wishing i could go an extra 10-20 miles to a gas station.

Not even my KiPass can "make fuel"....    and its keeps my bike from breaking and gets me lucky too 

[ZG]

That's usually handled by resting the buttocks.... 

 

[2fast]

I've added these to both my C10 and my DL1000 bags to carry spare fuel, water, tools, whatever fits the situation. I really like the confidence inspiring spare fuel part the best. Plus,I have been on plenty of rides with other riders in the boonies where some gas sharing had to happen. This just makes it easier.

[Son of Pappy]

What about expansion and venting issues?

Dont overfill the bottles, they have a line and space takes care of expansion.  If they are good enough to carry on yer back while hiking, I am assuming they should be fine in my bag.  I wouldnt advise using just any bottle, though I have seen some frugal DS riders use gatorade bottles duck taped to their tail rack

[stevewfl]

UPDATE:   My cannister has passed beta testing!

The riding lawn mower ran out of fuel and I dug this contraption from my bike, problem solved

[cheapbastard]

I made my own reserve bottle on my x-country trip back in 09. I mainly only used it going thru Utah since I ran thru some sections with 120 miles between fuel stops on a Superhawk.    I didn't need it thankfully, but imagine the looks I got when I decided to go ahead and pour it in at the motel.