 Gas Cap
|
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 371
Adjunct
|
OP
Adjunct
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 371 |
I am looking for a new gas cap for my 05 BA ~~ I have seen what Brent has available. Any other ideas? Is there a gas cap available with the Union Jack?
|
|
|
Re: Gas Cap
|
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 2,726
Loquacious
|
|
Loquacious
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 2,726 |
I got mine from Brent, but it's actually a Kuryakyn part made for Harleys. There are probably others that would fit but I haven't seen anything flag oriented. Another plus to the Kuryakyn is that its vented and looks good on the bike.
Bob
2005 America, 904cc - sold. 2014 Trophy SE.
|
|
|
Re: Gas Cap
|
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 371
Adjunct
|
|
OP
Adjunct
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 371 |
Thanks for the response. I have seen the one on Brent's site at a couple of other sites. I will probably go with that. How hard was it to install? On a scale of 1 (being any idiot can do it ~~ for which I qualify) to 10 (being only a Triumph certified mechanic should attempt), how would you rate installation?
|
|
|
Re: Gas Cap
|
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 51
Member
|
|
Member
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 51 |
Will a different gas cap be easier to remove when a vacuum builds up in the tank? I have barely been able to get mine to turn sometimes.
|
|
|
Re: Gas Cap
|
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 3,606 Likes: 2
Loquacious
|
|
Loquacious
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 3,606 Likes: 2 |
Quote:
Thanks for the response. I have seen the one on Brent's site at a couple of other sites. I will probably go with that. How hard was it to install? On a scale of 1 (being any idiot can do it ~~ for which I qualify) to 10 (being only a Triumph certified mechanic should attempt), how would you rate installation?
On that scale I would rate this a -3...if you can open your current gas cap and put it back....you can install Brents...
THE VOICE OF REASON
per: Stewart
AF&AM/Shriner/Scoutmaster
130/45 TBS 2shim SS Uni 18/42
|
|
|
Re: Gas Cap
|
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 1,025
Learned Hand
|
|
Learned Hand
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 1,025 |
Downside... You have to carry that "key/tool" with you. (to turn the cap)
06BA,-AI,NoBfls,K&NPods,TBS,155/45,2 3/4Out,SidGapPlgs,Wirsnbrs
NawImPrityFknFarFrmOkMan
|
|
|
Re: Gas Cap
|
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 2,525
Loquacious
|
|
Loquacious
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 2,525 |
Some members state its easy enough to remove with the palm of your hand
Erwin
05 America
|
|
|
Re: Gas Cap
|
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 1,025
Learned Hand
|
|
Learned Hand
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 1,025 |
Quote:
Some members state its easy enough to remove with the palm of your hand
Maybe I will get one then.  Ho Ho Ho...
06BA,-AI,NoBfls,K&NPods,TBS,155/45,2 3/4Out,SidGapPlgs,Wirsnbrs
NawImPrityFknFarFrmOkMan
|
|
|
Re: Gas Cap
|
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 2,525
Loquacious
|
|
Loquacious
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 2,525 |
Got one on my list too
Erwin
05 America
|
|
|
Re: Gas Cap
|
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 2,726
Loquacious
|
|
Loquacious
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 2,726 |
Quote:
Will a different gas cap be easier to remove when a vacuum builds up in the tank? I have barely been able to get mine to turn sometimes.
The Kuryakyn that Brent sells (NewSpeedmaster.com) is vented and doesn't build up a vacuum. I got an extra key (at my local Harley dealership) and keep one attached to each set of my bike keys. Many just don't tighten it enough to use the key - I like the key concept.
Bob
2005 America, 904cc - sold. 2014 Trophy SE.
|
|
|
Re: Gas Cap
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 4,932 Likes: 2
Loquacious
|
|
Loquacious
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 4,932 Likes: 2 |
I just put mine on finger tight.
we should do this every weekend!
|
|
|
Re: Gas Cap
|
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 222
Adjunct
|
|
Adjunct
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 222 |
How big is this key for this vented capÉ Is it like a key for the fork lockÉ
'06 Speedmaster, Long TORS, rest is stock (for now)
|
|
|
Re: Gas Cap
|
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 16
Complete Newb
|
|
Complete Newb
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 16 |
If you have a 2006 SM you might want to check the thread on this site concerning the Kury gas cap not fitting the 2006 tank.
2006 Speedmaster
2005 Tiger
|
|
|
|
|
