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Old Apr 1, 2011 | 08:31 PM
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I found a leak in the line that runs from my carb to my petcock. Doesn't have id markings, and I don't own calipers. Can anyone tell me what size their fuel line is?
 
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Old Apr 1, 2011 | 08:59 PM
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The parts catalogs show 1/4" ID for fuel line. I use 5/16" ID. Some guys use 3/8" ID because they say it flows better.
 

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Old Apr 2, 2011 | 04:27 AM
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i run 5/16 id, flows plenty
 
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Old Apr 2, 2011 | 04:34 AM
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If you need more than 5/16" there's something seriously wrong with your bike!
 
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5/16th it is then, thanks gentlemen, off to the parts store.
 
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