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on my XXX 1150GS, all I did was lift the tank a bit, disconnect the quick release valve on the fuel line which released fuel when the end was pressed against the lip of the bottle. Easy.
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I'm afraid this won't work that easy with the R1200GS ADV...
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As you have on of those bikes, take a look at the BMUU Add On Site and they do a thingy that goes into the fuel line.
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Sounds interesting. But the link only points to Touratech, do you have a clue how this thing is called?
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I use a length of hose from an old Scottoiler that is long enough to be able to suck the fuel through without getting a mouthfull!. Good for getting fuel from cars if you were to runn out , oh and handy when you mistake 'Gasoily' for Petrol........ 
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Aha, I see the problem - you bought the wrong bike!!
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I'm afraid this won't work that easy with the R1200GS ADV...
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Aha, I see the problem - you bought the wrong bike!!
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Grant March had the idea here http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hub...our-tank-20646
so I just ordered at eBay a cheap bulb siphon emergency pump. 
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Sounds interesting. But the link only points to Touratech, do you have a clue how this thing is called?
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A quick look and search through the Touratech site throws these up :
Touratech UK Webshop
But this is the thing I was thinking about :
Touratech UK Webshop
I think you'd be better with a lenght of hose, it works for more than one application and isn't going to cost you £20+++ If it is long enough you can see the fuel coming along and nip the tube before it gets to your mouth, put the end of the tube in your fuel bottle, then make sure the end of the fuel (in the tube) is below the tank before un-nipping it - Hey Presto! the fuel flows into yuor bottle...... Simples.
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I've been using my low tec set up for years.
A length of clear tube, about 2 feet, and a small syringe. I use this to syphon a litre at a time into a trangia fuel bottle. With the syringe connected to one end of the tube I pull the plunger out completely and this causes enough suction to start the syphoning of the fuel. Once you've finished make sure you wash and dry the syringe as the petrol will eat the plastic if you don't. I then put a bit of oil on the rubber seal before I store it and it's ready for the next time. It packs down to nothing and is easily stored on the bike and can be used to transfer fuel from bike to bike in an emergency ( with a suitable container).
The beauty of this system is all the parts are easily found in a DIY store or a pharmacy on route if you need to replace it.
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I have used 2 pipes and a rag to syphon fuel with no spillage or taste.
You will need 2 pipes one fairly short with a bigger bore and one longer smaller bore, place longer pipe into tank below fuel level, place larger pipe just inside tank filler neck and seal the 2 in the filler by holding the rag over gaps that are left, blow in the short hose to put pressure in and fuel should flow from the longer smaller bore pipe into waiting receptical.
I have used this many times whilst at sea on long trips to refuel from jerry cans and it really does work well.
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As it happens I have just bought myself a Primus omni fuel stove. Also as well as the 0.6 litre bottle that came with it I got a spare 1 Litre bottle. Idea is it provides me with an extra 20 miles reserve range for the bike plus a reserve tank for the stove. My intention is to refill the bottles when I take on fuel for the bike. Don't know yet how this system will work out.
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I got a spare 1 Litre bottle. Idea is it provides me with an extra 20 miles reserve range for the bike plus a reserve tank for the stove. My intention is to refill the bottles when I take on fuel for the bike. Don't know yet how this system will work out.
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I use the same system, albeit mine is MSR, the neck of the fuel bottle is a little narrow when filling at the station, but I just fill it from the tank after use (for morning coffee, full english and scones) then head to the filling station.
It's only 20 miles, but it's better than walking it!
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Same here. MSR stove, 2009 BMW R1200GS Adv. It used to be real easy with my '88 Tenere (3AJ) until I replaced that last November 
I like the idea with the lengthy tube with a tap, as I happen to still have a spare tap from my Libby chainoiler. I'll refuel the bottles every time I refuel the bike but give the Adventure's 33l tank it could take several days between two gas station stops. I actually considered taking a small funnel since the MSR neck is a bit narrow.
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As it happens I have just bought myself a Primus omni fuel stove. Also as well as the 0.6 litre bottle that came with it I got a spare 1 Litre bottle. Idea is it provides me with an extra 20 miles reserve range for the bike plus a reserve tank for the stove. My intention is to refill the bottles when I take on fuel for the bike. Don't know yet how this system will work out.
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wow, 20 miles on a litre? thats 90mpg.
so there is still an enfield robin out there after all.........
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wow, 20 miles on a litre? thats 90mpg.
so there is still an enfield robin out there after all.........
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You got the Enfield part right, but an Electra, not robin diesel 
In fact it has averaged out at 95mpg ( having climbed up from 94 during the winter).
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I like the idea of the single pipe solution. I didn't think of that. Next time I'll try to get as much of the pipe below the fuel level and then pull it out with my thumb over it and put it into my fuel bottle. That's much simpler than my solution, thanks.
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Now I've not motorcycle toured, but have bicycle toured a fair bit and I think you maybe looking for a solution to a problem that doesnt exist. I just fill my MSR bottle up at petrol stations, in the Uk people moan about minimum amounts but they usually relent, abroad its never been a problem. When touring I use my small fuel bottle and it easily lasts two days cooking for 2 people, a big bottle no doubt will do 4 days, in this time I expect most motorbikers will have visited a petrol station or 2.
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When touring I use my small fuel bottle and it easily lasts two days cooking for 2 people, a big bottle no doubt will do 4 days, in this time I expect most motorbikers will have visited a petrol station or 2.
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You have clearly underestimated a 33l fuel tank. Even with my Tenere's 24l capacity I managed to avoid gas stations for three to four days, averaging at 150km per day. You do the 33l math
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Try something like this?
Add a T joint to the fuel line and a on/off cock. Just make sure to close it securely before riding, or you may have gasoline leaking onto a hot engine...
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