09-06-2014, 12:30 AM
Honestly, I wish dealers would take a few minutes to show new riders how to fill their tanks. I learned the hard way with my 11 Bonneville. First fill, stuff the nozzle in the tank and start pumping thinking the auto shut off will kick in. Get a tap on my shoulder as gas is pouring out the tank filler neck all over my freshly detailed bike and hot motor. Disaster waiting to happen. Learned a valuable lesson that day. Went home and washed the bike with soap and water and no harm no foul.
Two bits of advice for newbs when filling up. Stick the nozzle in the tank just past the air holes located on the nozzle. You will have to hold the nozzle while filling. Fill slowly and do not top off. Fuel shut off will work but do not trust it. Most fills on my CB are right at about 2.8 - 3.0 gal. Another option is to purchase an McCuff fuel filler cuff. This works all the time and will prevent fuel overflowing the tank. Great aftermarket accessory.
Two bits of advice for newbs when filling up. Stick the nozzle in the tank just past the air holes located on the nozzle. You will have to hold the nozzle while filling. Fill slowly and do not top off. Fuel shut off will work but do not trust it. Most fills on my CB are right at about 2.8 - 3.0 gal. Another option is to purchase an McCuff fuel filler cuff. This works all the time and will prevent fuel overflowing the tank. Great aftermarket accessory.