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Old 07-09-2013, 03:01 PM
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I was going to order a bigger tank for my 2012 and was wondering if I need to modify anything for the California smog crap on my bike? I know it has a charcoal canister and some extra lines...and a non vented cap I'm pretty sure. I've pretty much decided on the IMS tank...probably in the black flavor so it looks some what factory. Any opinions? I know Clarke has a tank and I've seen a few fleabay no namers floating around.

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Old 07-09-2013, 03:16 PM
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IMS gives straight forward instructions for the California install. Take your time with screwing things into the tank so you don't strip anything out. I still have all my smog crap its the next thing on my to do list. Search the forum for California smog removal there is a great how to write ups on here. Good Luck
 
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Old 07-09-2013, 04:24 PM
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I installed my IMS tank over the weekend. I had previously removed my smog crap so I didn't have to contend with any of the tubes. In fact, I was able to remove 3 tubes that were connected to the OEM tank. I did have some problems with the install, you can read them here if you want.

https://www.kawasakiforums.com/forum...ll-help-40583/

I also got my Acerbis locking gas cap yesterday and it fits fine.
 
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Old 07-10-2013, 12:18 AM
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How is the quality of the tank? Any regrets? I really like the stock tank and fuel cap but obviously the capacity blows.

The other route I was thinking was getting a Rotopax or some round fuel bottles for the rear. Then I can have them when I need them and leave them at home when I don't.

Any thoughts?
 
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Old 07-10-2013, 02:53 AM
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I'm looking at the Clarke myself, mostly because of the price and I like the slightly smaller form factor over the IMS.

I haven't seen much on the Clarke though.
 
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