Smev wrote: I can see a lot of 'tank on/ tank off' moments ahead.

Mate, what you need is one of these...



How are things going civy side, hope you have got a job squared away already

I have one of those! Life saver when messing with the carbs.

That looks like just the thing I need - what's it officially called? And are they expensive?

Sure I could rig something similar up :)

I have applied for a couple of jobs - just waiting to hear back. For now though just doing a bit of surf coaching and spending some time with family :)

Auxiliary Fuel Tank...
http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/partno/08-0032/

Can be bought from uk based sealey or use the dealer locator

http://www.sealey.co.uk/PLPageBuilder.a ... results=16

Amazon - believe it or not
(http://www.amazon.co.uk/Motorcycle-Port ... 779&sr=8-2)

This one is only $24.50 (15.50 GBP) at amazon. Perfect for where I'm at.
http://www.amazon.com/motorcycle-shop-a ... table+tank

I've just ordered one from eBay - thanks for the suggestion!!!

Should make it a lot easier :)

Thanks

So I have my auxillary fuel tank now :)

The new thermostat housing is on and Fitted ( thanks Kurt )

Exhaust back on, spark plugs in, oil and filtered, - just carbs and a bit of electrics and we'll see how she runs!!

Right - its not quite running - I think the battery is a bit flat- it could do with a long charge as its not been used for a year!!!

I have fitted everything back together , rigged up the aux fuel tank and pressed the start button and all I get is a click from the starter solenoid - this leads me to think not enough power from the battery to even turn the starter motor.

It was only a quick go at starting so will try more tomorrow during the day when it's not so cold!!