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xr650r big tank
Hey, Im just about to sign on the dotted line for an xr650r, and Im wanting to kit the bike out a bit more then it already is. First thing is the petrol tank, Im looking for around 25l and I know there are 3 makes that do around that, I just wanna know what you guys recon would be the best to go for. Also...the bike Im hoping to get is a 2002, from what I can see the bike hasnt really changed all that much, will the big tanks fit this model no worries?
Thanks alot.
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Hi Yoashman - yes, all the tanks will fit every year, there were no changes that would affect that (and precious little else anyway, other than the odd engine seal).
Personally I would go with the Acerbis tank, not only does it looks the nicest, but the quailty is excellent and it's design helps to protect the radiators (although I understand there is also a Clark tank now that is a similar shape). It doesn't get in the way of your knees, and the seat fits with it well.
Other than replacing the fuel lines with something more substantial, I'd say it is perfect for the bike.
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I agree that the Acervis 6.6Gallon is great , very strong and easy to install, the only problem with it is that the spark plug is not accessible with the tank on the bike.I also had the 4.3 gallon but the center of gravity was too high to my taste. I even hae enough room for the radiator fan I put on mine (KTM fan)
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Cheers you guys! But...argh!!!! I was thinking over 2 xr650r's, chose the one I wanted, and was ten mins to late!!! So I phoned the other guy and that one had just sold as well!!!!!!!!! I couldnt belive it. If any one knows of any going please let me know!!! Cheers.
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Originally Posted by JMo (& piglet)
Hi Yoashman - yes, all the tanks will fit every year, there were no changes that would affect that (and precious little else anyway, other than the odd engine seal).
Personally I would go with the Acerbis tank, not only does it looks the nicest, but the quailty is excellent and it's design helps to protect the radiators (although I understand there is also a Clark tank now that is a similar shape). It doesn't get in the way of your knees, and the seat fits with it well.
Other than replacing the fuel lines with something more substantial, I'd say it is perfect for the bike.
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SWEET bike mate !!
I miss my XR650R...
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