Ok guys, this is what I want to do for starters. I've just filled up so I'd prefer rather than having to drain it, I use it up.
Also I want to see if my theory there is more chance the crud (if there is any) may drift into the petcock's mesh whilst there is low fuel and therefore be the means whereby I'm conking out.
Of course there's no guarantees it will even happen with a low fuel level but as you know this is trial and error. Then when the level is minimal I'll drain the tank into a bucket, take the petcock off and then since the tank as best I can with more premium fuel. Then I can see if indeed we are talking about a bad batch of fuel etc.
Once I've done this I'll be more informed as to whether I then look at the electrical cut off system i.e. the bike stand cut off switch and/or the bike's cut off switch on the handlebars.
I think it's better to go this way rather than the possibility taking off or disconnecting these switches unnecessarily.
So bear with me guys, of course I'll be letting you know of anything that occurs because you all have a vested interest in the outcome and of course who was more on the money than others.
Btw, If you are interested in putting some money down because you reckon you're reasons are more right that others, I'd prefer you create a new thread so the U.S. watchdog isn't on my back for whatever law I've broken.
As usual, I am always thankful for your time in helping me out.
Now that I'm retired, who knows I now might be lucky enough to meet some of you and even better get to ride with some of you at one of your rally's. Who knows, ya never know ya luck do ya?
