now a gs 850l gas tank question

[natep]

will a G tank fit my L?

[DanTheMan]

From what I understand, they won't due to frame design differences.

[Jackrp]

will a G tank fit my L?

NO,been there explored different tank options, Standards and L's have a different frame where the seat sits, the frame where the seat sits on an L is 1 to 3 inches lower than a standard G ,different tank bolt mounting issues( see previous), the front rubber mount pegs on an L are about 3 inches aft of a Standard even though the front standard holes without the pegs can be seen on an L model, seat issues, As I came to the conclusion on my 850L, you are pretty much stuck with that stupid tiny tank,its called the 90 mile club if gas stations are few and far between.110 mile quiet mile club.

[dennis roy]

I bought a tank off a GK and thought it would fit. It doesn't but it is really really close. I think i'm going to make and weld a couple of posts to the frame and just go with it. I won't have to cut the old ones off because the new ones would be behind the originals. and if I want to swap it back i'll just cut the ones I made off and put the old tank back on.

[gustovh]

I had to settle for an OEM in the box tank for a 750L to replace the one on my 1100L. The gas valve and it's location were a bit different, but mounted right up. Do wish it was larger though.
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[Steve]

As I came to the conclusion on my 850L, you are pretty much stuck with that stupid tiny tank,its called the 90 mile club if gas stations are few and far between.110 mile quiet mile club.

Methinks you need to make some adjustments. As I have never met you or seen you ride, I'm not sure if they would be to your bike or to you. My wife and I ride longer distances quite a bit. She will switch her '82 850L to reserve at 140-150 miles and we plan on stopping within the next 20 or so.

I realize that spirited riding will drop those numbers a bit, but even spirited riding on our 650L (with pods, pipe, and smaller tank) will go 110-120 before reserve.



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