Fuel filter replacement

[Mafd2_imp]

Has anyone had to change their fuel filter? When should it be changed? I don't think Honda has an interval for it. How hard is it to change?

[Lord Popgun]

Rarely if ever changed. Usually would be changed when a new fuel pump assm. is installed as it is part of a new pump. The filter assm. from Honda is $$$$. https://www.partsfish.com/oemparts/a/hon...-fuel-pump item 1

How to do: remove tank, remove fuel pump, remove filter assm. from pump. Install in reverse order.

[GoldOxide_imp]

Welcome to the Forum Mafd2.

That is a good question. It is not something mentioned in recent Honda Owner's Manuals for many models, however, they do indicate inspecting the fuel lines.

This is something covered in shop manuals, but I do not recall a specific interval.

[The Gecko_imp]

Would anybody have a good picture or two, or is it placed so deep down in the intestines of the m/c that there aren;t any photos possible ?

[Lord Popgun]

Gecko, the fuel pump is mounted inside the tank from the bottom. To remove it you have to remove the tank, turn it upside down and unbolt the nuts that hold it. The tank has studs that the nuts thread on to.

Most people are never going to do that. I have as I had to replace my tank. I think I have pics of the pump but can’t find them on the board. They should still be on my phone or Photobucket and I can post them unless someone else posts pics first.

[PowerDubs_imp]

There is no need to ever mess with the filter.

Don't go looking for problems or your likely to make one.

[Nachodaddy]

Welcome to the Forum, Mafd2. As my old friend (he's in his mid-nineties and still turning wrenches on Model T Fords) Harold Mann says, "If it ain't broke, don't 'fix' it."

[GoldOxide_imp]

If you happen to remove the fuel tank Gecko, that is a convenient time to inspect and/or replace the fuel filter.

[Mafd2_imp]

Welcome to the Forum, Mafd2. As my old friend (he's in his mid-nineties and still turning wrenches on Model T Fords) Harold Mann says, "If it ain't broke, don't 'fix' it."

I somewhat believe in that analogy but,,,, at the same time I like thinking out the box and fix it before it breaks

Gecko, the fuel pump is mounted inside the tank from the bottom. To remove it you have to remove the tank, turn it upside down and unbolt the nuts that hold it. The tank has studs that the nuts thread on to.

Most people are never going to do that. I have as I had to replace my tank. I think I have pics of the pump but can’t find them on the board. They should still be on my phone or Photobucket and I can post them unless someone else posts pics first.

I'd like to see pics. Thanks

[PowerDubs_imp]

Welcome to the Forum, Mafd2. As my old friend (he's in his mid-nineties and still turning wrenches on Model T Fords) Harold Mann says, "If it ain't broke, don't 'fix' it."

I somewhat believe in that analogy but,,,, at the same time I like thinking out the box and fix it before it breaks

Gecko, the fuel pump is mounted inside the tank from the bottom. To remove it you have to remove the tank, turn it upside down and unbolt the nuts that hold it. The tank has studs that the nuts thread on to.

Most people are never going to do that. I have as I had to replace my tank. I think I have pics of the pump but can’t find them on the board. They should still be on my phone or Photobucket and I can post them unless someone else posts pics first.

I'd like to see pics. Thanks

It won't... again, no need.

You have a much great chance of creating an issue.

Stripped / broken threads, leaking gasket on the fuel line connector or pump tank gasket.

The filter will work fine for the life of the bike.