Surging and related issues

Old May 16, 2013 | 03:07 AM
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Originally Posted by ianmcdca
When you say "half tank", what do you mean?

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1 gallon
 
Old May 16, 2013 | 03:28 AM
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Tank was half filled with cheap gas. Filled the other half with mid-grade. Yes, about a gallon.
 
Old May 16, 2013 | 03:38 AM
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Originally Posted by RockabillSlapMatt
1 gallon
I was wondering about the reason for half a tank of fuel. I get it.
I guess I'll find out when I put better fuel in.

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Old May 16, 2013 | 04:35 AM
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I was shocked that was all it took to make a difference.
 
Old May 16, 2013 | 10:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Lotrat
Tank was half filled with cheap gas. Filled the other half with mid-grade. Yes, about a gallon.
Think about this how much cheap gas is in the hose and pump before you get the premium fuel ??? i heard 1/2 gallon not sure though
 

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Old May 16, 2013 | 01:03 PM
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Originally Posted by zippets
Think about this how much cheap gas is in the hose and pump before you get the premium fuel ??? i heard 1/2 gallon not sure though
Ya that's why I typically won't fill the bike with a combination pump. Might not make a difference on a car, but on a bike it will. Some stations have a dedicated premium pump for that reason.

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Old May 16, 2013 | 01:53 PM
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Originally Posted by ianmcdca
Ya that's why I typically won't fill the bike with a combination pump. Might not make a difference on a car, but on a bike it will. Some stations have a dedicated premium pump for that reason.

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i havn't seen a pump like that in years
 
Old May 16, 2013 | 03:48 PM
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Originally Posted by zippets
i havn't seen a pump like that in years
chevron, shell, etc have the combo pumps, cheap arco, texaco, etc. have individual pumps
 
Old May 17, 2013 | 04:02 AM
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Originally Posted by RockabillSlapMatt
chevron, shell, etc have the combo pumps, cheap arco, texaco, etc. have individual pumps
Texacos been gone from Canada for years...at least in Ontario! I remember a local Texaco back in the late 60's where we're we all rode our bikes to buy gum from and talk about riding motorcycles someday!
 
Old May 17, 2013 | 04:06 AM
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Just thought I'd mention that today I removed that plug covering the fuel screw...what a pain in the ****....had to remove the carb to do it....
Sadly, adjusting it didnt make the difference I thought it would. Today the surge was more noticeable AND it was colder out (15celcius). So, is that a too rich or to lean issue? This is the surge while at speed and over 3000rpm.
 

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