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GS1100E Fuel Level Problems

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I have three 1982 GS1100E bikes and all of them have very inaccurate feul level systems that are only accurate immediately after being topped off. After riding a short way the level in the tank is allover the map if you believe the gage. There are no shorts in the wiring and I have interchanged gages on the bikes plus have a NOS gage and the same results. Is there a reason for the in-tank sending unit inaccuracy? It almost seems like the float in the tank is the culprit. Suggestions & experience? Fred
 
This is a common problem. I just use the trip meter.
Mine does work but it shows empty with about a 1/4 tank. (Reserve?)
 
If foloowing Jethro's rebuild seems a bit more than what you're after, then I'd suggest keeping a record of your mileage, city vs. highway. I typically like to top off when I get to near 140 miles when I'm doing "highway" riding. Even then I'm usually putting right arounf 3 gallons in the tank. For my typical commuting I try not to let the odo. get passed 120 miles. And, again, I'm typically topping off at 3 gallons.

The key is to figure out your mileage. The guage is a secondary device.

Brad bt
 
bradleymaynar said:
If foloowing Jethro's rebuild seems a bit more than what you're after, then I'd suggest keeping a record of your mileage, city vs. highway. I typically like to top off when I get to near 140 miles when I'm doing "highway" riding. Even then I'm usually putting right arounf 3 gallons in the tank. For my typical commuting I try not to let the odo. get passed 120 miles. And, again, I'm typically topping off at 3 gallons.

The key is to figure out your mileage. The guage is a secondary device.

Brad bt
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Is this on the 1100 or 750?
What size is the tank?
Bill
 
On my 83 1100E, I usually get around 145- 170 on a tank before reserve.
Almost 200 w/reserve.
It is a large tank\\:D/
Even with a gauge, I rely on the odometer.
 
On my 1100L model I'm looking for gas stations after 100 miles on my trip meter:-|
I wonder if being a big guy plus a spirited rider would give me these lousy numbers.
Plus my tank is smaller than yours. Why would you put a smaller tank on a cruiser than a sport model?
 
Because "L" models are too uncomfortable to ride more than 100 miles...

Because "L" models are too uncomfortable to ride more than 100 miles...

chef1366 said:
Plus my tank is smaller than yours. Why would you put a smaller tank on a cruiser than a sport model?
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And the E's were regular UJMs that were meant to ride long distance.
 
Watchya mean???? I can't even feel my a*s after 100 miles:wink:
No really, with my saddlemens seat it's not too bad. It's no Goldwing but it'll do.
 
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