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« on: March 21, 2008, 04,11:17 PM » |
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Was wondering how others carry extra fuel for the longer rides.Am going to be doing a 150km ride with a mate,with no stops for fuel available.Is it best to be in a container in the backpack,or is there some other way to carry it.
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Aaron
Full Member 2011/2012
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« Reply #1 on: March 21, 2008, 04,23:08 PM » |
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Most people carry aluminum fuel containers in their back packs.These are available from camping shops like rays outdoors.They come in several sizes.
I have a 17 litre tank for my ktm and this will take me over 170km.
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Greg C
HCR 2012
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« Reply #2 on: March 23, 2008, 03,19:04 PM » |
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I carry extra fuel in purpose built plastic fuel bottles that are 1 litre in size and just chuck em in my backpack.
I use them as quickly as possible to lighten the load
For a 150km stretch with no stops I'd take at least 4.
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Paul Smith
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« Reply #3 on: March 23, 2008, 03,55:42 PM » |
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I carry extra fuel in purpose built plastic fuel bottles that are 1 litre in size and just chuck em in my backpack.
I use them as quickly as possible to lighten the load
For a 150km stretch with no stops I'd take at least 4.
Where do you get the 1L placcy ones and what brand are they Greg ? The ally ones threads are just about buggered and plastic would rattle around less. |
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Greg C
HCR 2012
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« Reply #4 on: March 25, 2008, 08,16:18 AM » |
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Cant remember what brand will have a look tonight but they are purpose made for carrying fuels (including petrol).
The screw cap lid has a built in pressure release button and is designed to pour the fuel out of the small T-piece opening in the top of the cap. Ideal for camp fuel re-fueling but for the practicality of slamming fuel into your bike I just remove the screw cap completely and pour as normal.
I'll have a look tonight when I get home and post the brand but I cant ever remember seeing any specific branding on them...probably easily missed as the things are plastered in flammable symbols etc.
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slowpoke
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« Reply #6 on: March 28, 2008, 07,40:31 PM » |
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I originally started this thread as a guest,but am now registered as a user.Thanks for the feedback on the topic.The containers that you linked to greg,I saw them at Ray's on the weekend.I have also seen a tank bottle that sits under the rear left guard,was on Grabham's safari bike.Does anyone know who makes these,as I haven't been able to successfully google it.Also found Nomad tanks in Woori Yallock,but would prefer not to carry the extra fuel on the rear fender.
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Al.C
HCR 2012
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« Reply #7 on: March 30, 2008, 01,56:54 PM » |
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The Tank you refer to on Beb Grabhams bike is an 8 litre saddle tank made by safari Fuel tanks, At this stage I think that they only make saddle tanks for the CRF and the WR. If you want the extra range for your bike I would recomend you get a larger tank for your bike instead of carring feul on your back as this is uncomfortable and tiring on long rides (200km +). Depending on your modle you can pick up a 14 - 16 litre tank for $400 to $500. I have done numerous multi day rides averaging 250km a day and have a 23 Litre ACERBIS on my XR 400 and its good for 300Km plus, and I ride with guys who have 17 litre tanks on their KTM 525 /530 which are good for 250km. I have heard all of the stories about the extra weight affecting the handling, but if you don't need the range only put in the fuel you need. I'll have this tank on for the High Country ride and won't have to ride easy to finnish the days ride, But if you need it and i'll have some to spare fuels not cheep in Wonangatta.
Al.C
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steve f
Full Member 2011/2012
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« Reply #8 on: March 30, 2008, 02,53:56 PM » |
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safari Fuel tanks are sponsering the HCR this year again and will be up at Abbeyard no doubt with a large range of tanks at good prices, so bring some extra coin up and get the real deal
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slowpoke
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« Reply #9 on: March 30, 2008, 09,31:11 PM » |
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Thanks Al.c.My bike is also an xr400,as all good bikes should be.
Sorry Steve,but I am not attending the HCR.My bike has only rec reg,and the effort to upgrade to full road reg is more than I can afford at the moment.Good luck to all those who ride the HCR this year,and I will look into the acerbis tank.
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Dirtpilot72
Committee 2011/2012
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« Reply #10 on: March 31, 2008, 10,30:08 PM » |
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I use and recommend Safari tanks. I have used their 24 liter tank and have a 16 liter tank on my WRF 250. Using a long range tank is the best way to carry extra fuel.
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« Reply #11 on: April 01, 2008, 08,36:30 PM » |
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Do you guys know if Amtra members get a discount from safari - I have a mate who wants one for a drz400, the big one 28lts or something.
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Serge C
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« Reply #12 on: April 03, 2008, 04,12:46 PM » |
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Safari Tanks Australia are happy to offer all HCR entrants a Safari Tank or Trail Tank delivered 'freight free'. This represents a saving of $20.00 on a Trail Tank, and $30.00 on a Safari Tank.
Contact Safari Tanks Australia on 03 5729 5556 for more details.
Please note that Yamaha Tanks can only be purchased through your Yamaha dealer.
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