Fuel shutoff
Post date: 2008-03-06
Riding tips - Some HD models have
the old style manual fuel shutoff. A few models w/fat bob tanks have the shutoff
to the rear (near the seat) of left tank. Unforetunately, the coil w/twin plug
leads are within an inch or so from said valve. I had torn down the bike and
reassembled same. The tfe tape on the threads (shutoff valve) was a perfect wick
to the wires and coil. Luckily, I noted the loose fitting/raw fuel on my jeans
AND I had a new, tight electrical. I caught all this at 80+- mph. It could have
been kaboom. Always check and double check your fuel lines, fittings, etc. I
THOUGHT I had. Good riding.
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