Got a few questions
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They are not related to each other either. But didn't want to start a bunch of new threads.
First, has anyone noticed a drop in their mileage after using power vision tune? I have gone through several tanks, and where I was getting 45-50 on freeway, with my Vieds, I am now getting a solid 40. Before you say I was running lean, I had the Vieds adjusted to where the plugs were a nice light brown color. Plus I could adjust each cylinder individually.
Second, my bike 2007, XL1200L from the factory, manual says I can use 87 and higher gas. Most other models, min of 91. Has anyone used 87 in their bike? I ask because living rural, I keep about 10 gallons of 87 octane for when things get low. Mowers, power tools and car. To have one be 91 cuts down available amount of gas to store. In case you wonder, it get turned over and used up frequently before storage becomes an issue.
Third, I am trying to come up with a quick and convenient method for locking up my full face helmet to the bike. I have a couple ideas but they look goofy when the helmet is not lock on them, so they are a no-go. If you just hang yours on the handlebar, without locking, please refrain from commenting, because I will not consider that, for many reasons. What I was trying to do was have essentially a built in helmet lock that stayed on the bike and I did not have to dig through the saddlebag like I do now, to find the cable. I prefer NOT to lock it using the D rings.
What do you guys use, and or suggestions?
Thanks
First, has anyone noticed a drop in their mileage after using power vision tune? I have gone through several tanks, and where I was getting 45-50 on freeway, with my Vieds, I am now getting a solid 40. Before you say I was running lean, I had the Vieds adjusted to where the plugs were a nice light brown color. Plus I could adjust each cylinder individually.
Second, my bike 2007, XL1200L from the factory, manual says I can use 87 and higher gas. Most other models, min of 91. Has anyone used 87 in their bike? I ask because living rural, I keep about 10 gallons of 87 octane for when things get low. Mowers, power tools and car. To have one be 91 cuts down available amount of gas to store. In case you wonder, it get turned over and used up frequently before storage becomes an issue.
Third, I am trying to come up with a quick and convenient method for locking up my full face helmet to the bike. I have a couple ideas but they look goofy when the helmet is not lock on them, so they are a no-go. If you just hang yours on the handlebar, without locking, please refrain from commenting, because I will not consider that, for many reasons. What I was trying to do was have essentially a built in helmet lock that stayed on the bike and I did not have to dig through the saddlebag like I do now, to find the cable. I prefer NOT to lock it using the D rings.
What do you guys use, and or suggestions?
Thanks
Last edited by TUCCI; Apr 7, 2020 at 09:23 AM.
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take a old fuel pump hose see how much water it takes to fill the length of the hose to the nozzle
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Hmmm, I don't seem to have one on hand at the moment, nor have I ever. Nor will I ever, most likely. Just not something I foresee a need for.
Why not show us? If you have a hose, prove it. Toss us a bone!
Otherwise, I think I'll go with the API data.
John
Last edited by John Harper; Apr 7, 2020 at 09:39 AM.
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From then on I always made sure to bring plenty of octane booster, and a can of starting fluid, just in case. Today, Mexico's gas is pretty much on par with our US blends.
John
Last edited by John Harper; Apr 7, 2020 at 09:45 AM.
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i figure that the first 2 gallons will be left from who ever used the pump last so why pay for it if i am not going to get it.
I bet all pumps are the same the world over.
In the UK weights and measures people visit a petrol station with calibrated containers and check the pumps are delivering what it shows on the dial. No way will a pump in the UK under deliver by 2 gallons.
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He might be figuring the pump to the dispenser will be full of the previous buyers gas fill. No telling how big the pump is or how much its hanging onto till you direct it to fill from a higher octane tank. Could be very little or it may be up to a gallon who knows? It's a logical argument and worth further discussion. Someone who works in a service station and has in depth knowledge on the subject would be helpful.
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I don't understand this at all.
I bet all pumps are the same the world over.
In the UK weights and measures people visit a petrol station with calibrated containers and check the pumps are delivering what it shows on the dial. No way will a pump in the UK under deliver by 2 gallons.
I bet all pumps are the same the world over.
In the UK weights and measures people visit a petrol station with calibrated containers and check the pumps are delivering what it shows on the dial. No way will a pump in the UK under deliver by 2 gallons.
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... on any typical coaxial "Gas Station" dispensing hose. The Vapor Return take a large portion of that space..
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I don't care how much the pipe holds, when I pull the trigger and serve 12 litres (3.17 US gallons), that is what goes in the tank of my bike.
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I think the API data is about as good as we can get for valid information.
John
Last edited by John Harper; Apr 7, 2020 at 10:32 AM.