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I've seen the new shaped tank on the latest speedmasters (No fuel injection yet in Aus) and my better half and I really like the new shape but have been told they wont fit the older style speedmaster as the fixing bolt is in a different position so no point in buying a new shape tank and trying to fit. Does anyone know if this is true??  Nigel
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What they are saying is it is not an EASY fit.....but I bet if looked at it COULD be done.... 
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"Lighten up, Francis."
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Anything can be done with enough time and money.
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More to the point, anything can be done with a torch and a welder, and sometimes a big hammer! If you like it, go for it! (I personally love the old tank)
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I like the big knockometer idea!  If it still fits OK in front so the trees don't hit it and in the back where it meets the seat. Then to either re-drill the tank tab or weld a lug onto the frame should be no big deal. Would have to be a tank from a bike with carbs though unless you want to cut and weld on the tank too!
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The sales man said the new tank is about 1" too long for the older model bike I dont know if it true cos he was trying to sell me a new bike I dont love the new tank that much and after 4 years I just about got my old girl going how I want it to go (the bike I mean)!
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The sales man said the new tank is about 1" too long for the older model bike....
Hows that? Did they change the frame to make it 1" longer? If it's the back bolt that has changed that should be an "easy" fix. If it mounts at the front differently then that makes it more complicated.
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mmmmmmm might have to go and pay Hoffo a visit what do you think Dave you willing to me try and fit that lovely looking tank to the speedy?
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The sales man said the new tank is about 1" too long for the older model bike....
Hows that? Did they change the frame to make it 1" longer? If it's the back bolt that has changed that should be an "easy" fix. If it mounts at the front differently then that makes it more complicated.
If the new tank is indeed 1" longer, than how does that effect Corbin's pan? And are the oem saddles different too?
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I think that salesman was full of crap. I've looked at the one we have on the floor, and the mounts look identical. I think I'm gonna try and swap one out tomorrow.
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I think that salesman was full of crap.
Sad though but all too often true.
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Sales man is obviously looking for the biggest sale possible, ie. new bike is worth more to him than a new tank!
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