Where do fuel lines go on an inboard boat?
Nowadays, most manufacturers use shut-off valves on the water separators and have the lines above the top of the tank. This has eliminated the need for anti-siphon valves. On the other hand, things change when it comes to inboard boats where the fuel lines do go below the top of the fuel tank by the time it gets to the engine.
What causes a Suzuki Bandit to run out of fuel?
Loads of owners on a Suzuki bandit forum have had a similar problem, tried all the expensive stuff like carb cleaning, synch etc and 9/10 it’s been a dodgy aftermarket fuel filter or the standard one has been blocked with crap. Check for rust in the tank too which may be getting through and choking things. I had a similar sounding problem.
What should I do if I run out of fuel?
-Alternator, regulator, battery = fine. -Fuel pump, injectors etc, = fine. -No vaccuum from aftermarket fuel cap. -All carb, fuel, air lines checked. -Valve timing and clearances just done. -All filters including pre-air are new.
How often does a bike run out of fuel?
The bike runs sweet as a nut, then the revs begin to fall, the throttle becomes unresponsive, and it dies completely over the course of about 20 seconds. It’s progressive so not particularly dangerous, and seems more like it has run out of fuel to me. It does this very irregularly though, say four times in 4,000+ miles.
Loads of owners on a Suzuki bandit forum have had a similar problem, tried all the expensive stuff like carb cleaning, synch etc and 9/10 it’s been a dodgy aftermarket fuel filter or the standard one has been blocked with crap. Check for rust in the tank too which may be getting through and choking things. I had a similar sounding problem.
-Alternator, regulator, battery = fine. -Fuel pump, injectors etc, = fine. -No vaccuum from aftermarket fuel cap. -All carb, fuel, air lines checked. -Valve timing and clearances just done. -All filters including pre-air are new.
Where does the fuel go after it leaves the tank?
This is the sequence: Fuel leaves the tank via the fuel line (the one with the filter) and enters the carburetor, flowing up through the screen filter at point 1. Fuel flows down passageway at point 2. Fuel flows back up at point 3. The reed valve prevents fuel flowing back. Fuel flows down at point 4 and into the compartment 5.
What should I do if my carbureted bike dies?
Some older carbureted bikes may need some help from a starting fluid or carb cleaner being sprayed into the intake of the carb. Once the bike fires on the starting fluid, it will usually help draw the gas through the fuel system. If your bike continues to die after running on the starting fluid, you should try to troubleshoot elsewhere.