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by DerekH
Sat Jan 24, 2015 9:19 pm
Forum: Bike Chat
Topic: Petrol Tank woes!
Replies: 22
Views: 2518

Re: Petrol Tank woes!

Possibly as the garage billed me for a gallon of petrol and I then rode to the fuel station 5 miles up the road. The fuel light came on just before pulling into station and I put in 15litres of fuel.
by DerekH
Sat Jan 24, 2015 8:07 pm
Forum: Bike Chat
Topic: Petrol Tank woes!
Replies: 22
Views: 2518

Re: Petrol Tank woes!

Hi just thought I would add an update. I have finally got my hands on my bike after the new tank and re commissioning. The tank was probably American. And required a different fuel tap to fit. I have ridden it home and she was really sweet and can only be described as new to ride. Powerful, tight fa...
by DerekH
Mon Jan 12, 2015 9:06 pm
Forum: Bike Chat
Topic: Petrol Tank woes!
Replies: 22
Views: 2518

Re: Petrol Tank woes!

Thanks! I did state the year, I will see the garage tomorrow and let you know what happens
by DerekH
Mon Jan 12, 2015 7:02 pm
Forum: Bike Chat
Topic: Petrol Tank woes!
Replies: 22
Views: 2518

Re: Petrol Tank woes!

Hi the tank colour is red! It's been taken to the garage( I was going to say dropped off but shouldnt tempt fate) I am sure they will let me know if there is a problem. I notice ones up for auction have different decals also! So not as worried as I was!
by DerekH
Mon Jan 12, 2015 6:03 pm
Forum: Bike Chat
Topic: Petrol Tank woes!
Replies: 22
Views: 2518

Re: Petrol Tank woes!

Hi guys the tank arrived today! What I have noticed is the decal is different. The New tank has the Honda wings where as the old one had firestorm! I assume these are just from different countries? I do prefer the firestorm decals however if the tank fits I will be delighted!
by DerekH
Wed Jan 07, 2015 5:48 pm
Forum: Bike Chat
Topic: Petrol Tank woes!
Replies: 22
Views: 2518

Re: Petrol Tank woes!

Hi Guys, I have ordered up the new tank from DSS. Thanks for all your kind offers! I will take a good look at mine when I get it back as I have learnt that with some know how and time that there is still hope for my other tank so may do as a spare or may consider selling depending on what is fair va...
by DerekH
Wed Jan 07, 2015 3:30 pm
Forum: Bike Chat
Topic: Petrol Tank woes!
Replies: 22
Views: 2518

Re: Petrol Tank woes!

What a helpful site! My mechanic is now fully armed with all the data you guys have provided Thanks! He is taking the carbs off and sending off for a pro clean, full service and CCT as I do intend to keep the bike for a long time however do realize the final value of the bike will still be what I ha...
by DerekH
Wed Jan 07, 2015 2:33 pm
Forum: Bike Chat
Topic: Petrol Tank woes!
Replies: 22
Views: 2518

Re: Petrol Tank woes!

Hi Thanks unfortunately I am not great at making offers and have always paid more than maybe i should. The bike is a real Gem and in general very happy with my decision. I am going to buy a new tank from Dave Silvers at £295 +Vat as I intend to keep her long term and worry about the other tank at a ...
by DerekH
Wed Jan 07, 2015 1:58 pm
Forum: Bike Chat
Topic: Petrol Tank woes!
Replies: 22
Views: 2518

Petrol Tank woes!

Hi everyone, I have just taken delivery of new to me a 1998 VTR1000F in red which i had purchased without viewing of a well known auction site. I had a VTR1000F a few years ago having taken it in PX and enjoyed it. I sold her on as it was not what I wanted at the time but did enable me to sell my ot...
by DerekH
Tue Jan 06, 2015 7:07 pm
Forum: Bike Chat
Topic: Best sounding bike..
Replies: 33
Views: 4062

Re: Best sounding bike..

My new VTR after the petrol leak is solved and i can hear her run! securing my investment and wallet. Lol!
by DerekH
Tue Jan 06, 2015 6:31 pm
Forum: The Welcome Inn
Topic: Hello from new member!
Replies: 15
Views: 1971

Re: Hello from new member!

Thanks guys for the warm welcome! So reds not the fastest colour? I tried to contact Lloydie but failed to be able to respond to add if anyone could pass my interest on I would appreciate it. I will ask garage to change tensioner if that's what you guys recommend, I will let you know how things deve...
by DerekH
Tue Jan 06, 2015 2:17 am
Forum: The Welcome Inn
Topic: Hello from new member!
Replies: 15
Views: 1971

Hello from new member!

Hi just purchased a 1998 VTR1000 in red because I have read it's the fastest colour! I have purchased it from the well known auction site. She looks like new with 7000 miles but has sat in a heated garage for the last 10 years by the one original owner. It has a fuel leak so it's going straight to m...