Yoda
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Hot day, 90+ degrees. After driving to and from lunch, local traffic including 75% Interstate, about 35 miles round trip, I parked in the garage. Went back to the bike a few minutes later and noticed a strong smell of fuel. Bike was still very hot, but there were no apparent leaks anywhere. After cooling down, smell disappeared.
I have noticed a fuel smell before when stopping for a break on highway rides, with no leaks noted. Any others notice this? I am aware that all automotive fuel tanks are a sealed system vented only to a charcoal cannister to absorb gas fumes, but is this system vented to atmosphere instead? Can't tell if the fuel cap is vented or not.
FWIW, Tank has about 4+ gallons in it, just filled yesterday (Fuel gauge still showing full). Fuel mileage is normal - mid 50's mpg.
I always leave it on the center stand, so it's not leaning. Hmmmm.
I have noticed a fuel smell before when stopping for a break on highway rides, with no leaks noted. Any others notice this? I am aware that all automotive fuel tanks are a sealed system vented only to a charcoal cannister to absorb gas fumes, but is this system vented to atmosphere instead? Can't tell if the fuel cap is vented or not.
FWIW, Tank has about 4+ gallons in it, just filled yesterday (Fuel gauge still showing full). Fuel mileage is normal - mid 50's mpg.
I always leave it on the center stand, so it's not leaning. Hmmmm.