Fuel Tank Removal or Tilt - Yamaha FZ6 Forums - International FZ6 Motorcycle Community Forum

Jake · 06-12-2008, 07:10 AM

Would any of you who have either removed the tank or tilted it wayyyyy back give me some details and insight on how to do this successfully? I've searched the posts and haven't found any that have the details I'm looking for.

I don't need to fully remove my fuel tank but do need to tilt it back as far as possible. Right now I can tilt it back about 30 degrees and then some of the hoses begin to pull. I've never disconnected the fuel lines and would like to know some details on how to properly do this without draining my tank, spilling my 5 gallons on the ground, or bursting into flames myself

Reason for this: I need room to repair a bunch of wiring that is directly below the tank.

Thanks!
Jake

madmanmaigret · 06-12-2008, 07:29 AM

some of those hoses are just drains (that exit near the center stand) pull up some slack on them and tie the tank back to the handrails. that should give you enough room.

CanadianFZ6 · 06-12-2008, 08:03 AM

Burn off some of the fuel (or siphon some out) so you're not dealing with a full heavy gas tank...

staticghost · 06-12-2008, 08:11 AM

Once you unbolt your tank and you are ready to lift it, just disconnect all wiring (very easy, just unplug and plug it back with matching color ends) they use a small bungee cord, click it tank and your seat, and that’s it. It is stable enough to hold the tank in upright position.

Jake · 06-12-2008, 08:17 AM

Thanks guys, I'll probably do this over the weekend. It sounds I shouldn't have to actually disconnec the fuel lines in order to full tilt the tank back.

Anyone else have words of wisdom please post up. The more info I can get the less likely I'll break something lol.

Thanks!
Jake

Denver_FZ6 · 06-12-2008, 08:19 AM

I would add to watch the tank to frame clearance at the hinge once the tank reaches it's limit. The tanks movement is limited by the tank hitting the hinge plate. Might want to stuff a cloth or pad here to keep pressure off the contact points.

Matthew

**FZ6inNH** · 06-12-2008, 08:36 AM

Check this tip before you start tearing down:

http://www.fz6-forum.com/forum/63416-post9.html

steveindenmark · 06-12-2008, 12:10 PM

I cannot imagine why you need to remove it.

I always tip it bact and wedge it with a length of wood.

I also block one of the pipes under the bike because it lets out fuel if the tank is quite full.

I have had the tank up loads of times to wire accessories etc. I have never seen the need to remove it even when it is almost full.

Steve

06-12-2008, 07:10 AM	#1 (permalink)
Jake Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Melbourne, Florida Bike: FZ6 (Silver 2005) Posts: 68 Rep Power: 4 Member #1374	Fuel Tank Removal or Tilt Would any of you who have either removed the tank or tilted it wayyyyy back give me some details and insight on how to do this successfully? I've searched the posts and haven't found any that have the details I'm looking for. I don't need to fully remove my fuel tank but do need to tilt it back as far as possible. Right now I can tilt it back about 30 degrees and then some of the hoses begin to pull. I've never disconnected the fuel lines and would like to know some details on how to properly do this without draining my tank, spilling my 5 gallons on the ground, or bursting into flames myself Reason for this: I need room to repair a bunch of wiring that is directly below the tank. Thanks! Jake

06-12-2008, 07:29 AM	#2 (permalink)
madmanmaigret Mad like crazy not angry Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Sarasota, FL Bike: 08 FZ6 Cobalt Blue (fastest color from FZ1) Posts: 1,750 Rep Power: 983 Member #1085	Re: Fuel Tank Removal or Tilt some of those hoses are just drains (that exit near the center stand) pull up some slack on them and tie the tank back to the handrails. that should give you enough room. __________________ 2008 Cobalt Blue FZ6: Purchased October 31st, 2007 Mods:Painted: radiator covers, exhaust covers, and rear footpegs. FAZR6 Fender Eliminator. FS6 Sliders W/Motovation Hardware. Minor Airbox Mod. Sticker removal. To Be Continued... GO RED SOX!!!!!!

06-12-2008, 08:03 AM	#3 (permalink)
CanadianFZ6 Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Baden, Ontario Bike: '07 FZ6, '08 Bandit 1250, '08 V-Strom 650 Posts: 520 Rep Power: 20 Member #903	Re: Fuel Tank Removal or Tilt Burn off some of the fuel (or siphon some out) so you're not dealing with a full heavy gas tank... __________________ '08 Bandit 1250sea (gray with hard bags and full fairing) '08 V-Strom 650 (blue) '07 FZ6 (Blue)

06-12-2008, 08:11 AM	#4 (permalink)
staticghost Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: nj Bike: 05' Yamaha FZ6 Posts: 171 Rep Power: 4 Member #2297	Re: Fuel Tank Removal or Tilt Once you unbolt your tank and you are ready to lift it, just disconnect all wiring (very easy, just unplug and plug it back with matching color ends) they use a small bungee cord, click it tank and your seat, and that’s it. It is stable enough to hold the tank in upright position.

06-12-2008, 08:17 AM	#5 (permalink)
Jake Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Melbourne, Florida Bike: FZ6 (Silver 2005) Posts: 68 Rep Power: 4 Member #1374	Re: Fuel Tank Removal or Tilt Thanks guys, I'll probably do this over the weekend. It sounds I shouldn't have to actually disconnec the fuel lines in order to full tilt the tank back. Anyone else have words of wisdom please post up. The more info I can get the less likely I'll break something lol. Thanks! Jake

06-12-2008, 08:19 AM	#6 (permalink)
Denver_FZ6 Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Denver, Co. USA Bike: 07 FZ6 Posts: 186 Rep Power: 4 Member #2483	Re: Fuel Tank Removal or Tilt I would add to watch the tank to frame clearance at the hinge once the tank reaches it's limit. The tanks movement is limited by the tank hitting the hinge plate. Might want to stuff a cloth or pad here to keep pressure off the contact points. Matthew

06-12-2008, 08:36 AM	#7 (permalink)
FZ6inNH Moderator w/ Twisted Fate Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: New Hampshire Bike: 2008 FZ6 Cobalt Blue Posts: 3,160 Rep Power: 51 Member #18	Re: Fuel Tank Removal or Tilt Check this tip before you start tearing down: http://www.fz6-forum.com/forum/63416-post9.html __________________ -={FZ6inNH}=- . . Member #9 . . 2008 Cobalt Blue FZ6 -My Rider Resume Mods: Yamaha Lower Cowl, Racetech Springs w/15w oil, FAZR6 F.E. Kit, Puig Smoke Racing Screen, Tank Camera mount, Cortech Sport saddle and tail bags, dual headlight mod, Shogun Sliders, Yamaha Comfort Seat, Mild Airbox Mod, De-Stickered, and Custom Carbon Fiber SwingArm Decals

06-12-2008, 12:10 PM	#8 (permalink)
steveindenmark Older Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Denmark Bike: 2006 FZ6 Posts: 1,039 Rep Power: 14 Member #1326	Re: Fuel Tank Removal or Tilt I cannot imagine why you need to remove it. I always tip it bact and wedge it with a length of wood. I also block one of the pipes under the bike because it lets out fuel if the tank is quite full. I have had the tank up loads of times to wire accessories etc. I have never seen the need to remove it even when it is almost full. Steve

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