First time I've ever run into this - out cruising today through some of the smaller off-the-beaten-path smaller towns and stopped for a drink and to top off the fuel, but there was a sign on the pump that said "mid-grade and premium grades out". No sweat, still had over a quarter of a tank so went to the next stop about 15 miles down the road, and darned if it didn't say the same thing. Like I said, I still had enough to get me back to civilization this time, but what would you do if you had to have gas and all they had available is regular unleaded?

 

I dont think 1 tank will kill ya.

 

That has happened to me. I was down to two gallons or so and didn't want to running out on the way home. I just got two gallons of regular and topped it off with premium at the first station that had it.

 

Throw 5 or 10 bucks in it and ride. I'm sure you could find a service station with high test before you run out a gallon of gas.

 

I've had it happen. Just bought a couple gallons, had a drink and road away.

 

Relax people. It isn't sludge. Gas up and get home. Fill up with the good stuff later.

 

That is why I always carry a full Reda gas can in the bike luggage bags. One gallon will at least get you another 30-40 miles.

 

Agreed! Fill up with what's available... I'd guess the computer would be able to compensate for the lower octane fuel.

If the bike is pinging or detonating, add a little octane booster to the tank.

 

Had it happen once. I filled up with regular and dumped in a bottle of octane booster I bought from the same gas station.

 

+1. Same here. I also carry two or three mini bottles of the HD octane additive I got from my dealer for damn near nothing.