Why do you need to lock the gas cap on a motorcycle?
Locking gas caps help to prevent fuel theft and tampering, and do a great job at it. Unfortunately, anyone who has bought or restored a salvaged motorcycle, or simply lost their keys, understands the hassle that a locking gas cap can provide.
How do you unlock a gas cap on a road racer?
It requires some finesse and the right tools. What you’ll need is a small metal tool for tension and a small metal pick. Wiggle the pick around as you place pressure on the locking system with the other tool you have. Wiggle it until you see that you can turn the lock with the tension tool and unlock the cap.
How do you remove the gas cap on a Honda?
Attach a small metal cutting drill bit to your hand-held drill. Drill into the gas cap at an angle, through the tumbler body (where the key fits on the inside) and out the bottom of the cap inside the tank.
How big is the gas cap on a Harley Davidson?
Custom LED Gas Cap with Fuel Indicator by HardDrive®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from… Universal Right Side Black Pop-Up Wrinkle Cap by HardDrive®. Size: 2.75″.
Can a Motorad locking fuel cap be unlocked?
MotoRad locking fuel caps can function as locking or non-locking fuel caps. When the key is turned to the left and removed, the cap is unlocked and no longer spins freely. The cap meets all emission specifications in both the locked and unlocked position.
Are there different types of locking gas caps?
The cap meets all emission specifications in both the locked and unlocked position. MotoRad offers more than 60 different types of fuel caps and more than 50 types of locking fuel caps, all designed and manufactured to minimize fuel vapor loss while maximizing safety and ease of use
Where can I get a gas cap for a motorcycle?
You can even get extra functionality including motorcycle gas caps with fuel gauges and battery gauges. When you shop J&P for your gas tank accessories, you’ll find only top manufacturers like Kuryakyn, Bikers Choice, Performance Machine, Roland Sands, Arlen Ness, and more. Finish the look with a gas cap cover or one of our gas tank bibs.
What kind of fuel cap does Motorad use?
All of MotoRad’s fuel caps meet all Federal (MVSS301) and I/M 240 requirements. MotoRad standard fuel caps pass all state and federal emissions requirements. The caps are specifically designed with pressure and vacuum relief valves to prevent the evaporation of fuel. MotoRad locking fuel caps can function as locking or non-locking fuel caps.