Hi all, I just traded my '07 500 for a '09 900 Classic LT. Awsome ride.My question is: Do you recommend a fuel injection cleaner added to the gas?
Would you use the whole bottle for that size tank and how often should I add it. Thanks.

 

If you're using a top-tier gas (Chevron, Conoco, Phillips 66, Shell, etc.) and ride fairly regularly, you shouldn't need additives. If you think you are having a problem related to varnish or crud in your carbs or carbon buildup on valves, I highly recommend Chevron Techron fuel system cleaner. Don't pour in the whole bottle..it'e meant to treat something like 10-15 gallons. Read on the bottle how much gas it treats, determine the capacity of the bottle, and use your tank capacity to do the math concerning how much to use.

 

Yes, normally the directions are listed on the bottle. I have not tried a cleaner yet though. Congrats on the new ride.

 

Thanks guys.

 

Agree with 94^ on the Techron. I use an appropriate measure in my '95 zx9 and it does seem to help it a bit; nothing earth-shattering, but seems to run more clean. Additives are often more psychological than productive. Stay away from oil additives, because they can screw up the chemistry of the oil you're using (assuming it's top shelf stuff.) You can use coolant additives sparingly, like Water Wetter, which helps transfer some of the heat when used properly. The best thing to do with coolant (and brake fluid) is to change it yearly. When the pH changes in your coolant, bad things happen to your rad and water pump parts. Brake fluid is hydrophilic and will absorb water after so many heat cycles. This causes seals and moving parts to fail. It's ALWAYS cheaper to replace fluids than to replace the parts they contact. Ultimately helps your engine and bike work at its best. This applies equally to your four-wheel vehicle. Just because the newer fluids (i.e. coolant) may claim to be "lifetime" doesn't mean your hoses and supporting hardware are too. Water pumps and brake master cylinders fail (normally) because the owner neglected maintenance. Changed the gear oil in your differential(s) lately? Greased your driveshaft(s) lately? Transmission fluid? Wonder why you have oil spots under your car? Maybe it's because your pcv valve is shot and the crankcase pressure is blowing oil out your seals.
Sorry for the sermon on fluids, but WAY TOO OFTEN it's not the additives which make any difference at all; it's just basic maintenance.

 

You can use half of it for once.