paul99xx Posted February 23, 2014 Share Posted February 23, 2014 my manual seems to only cover the carbed models, i can't see any quick release connectors on the fuel lines. i just want to replace the airfilter, tried a search in the garage and youtube no luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redbird Posted February 23, 2014 Share Posted February 23, 2014 No need for complete removal for an air filter. Just unbolt it (two bolts in front of battery) and prop it up to remove airbox cover. It's been a while, so I can't remember whether you just prop up the back or pull the front rubber mounts loose and prop up the front, but either way disconnecting the fuel lines isn't required. Pretty sure there's room just propping up the back, though you may need to disconnect a vacuum or vent line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vrodguy12 Posted February 23, 2014 Share Posted February 23, 2014 +1 on that very simple Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul99xx Posted February 23, 2014 Author Share Posted February 23, 2014 thanks guys, i'll give it a shot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomek Posted February 23, 2014 Share Posted February 23, 2014 One more thing, wait till the tank is nearly empty, it makes that whole propping operation much easier. Undo 2 bolts in the back and remove collars-washers, slide the front of the tank from the frame, temporarily install bolts in the back, prop up the front of the tank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zero Knievel Posted February 23, 2014 Share Posted February 23, 2014 If you want a long-term fix, I cut my fuel lines and installed quick disconnects on the supply and return lines. Now I can just pop both lines, disconnect the wire harness and drain line and just remove the tank without losing more than a couple drops of gas. http://www.cbr1100xx.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=70322 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockmeupto125 Posted February 23, 2014 Share Posted February 23, 2014 All good answers, I'll chime in as well. Wait till your fuel light is on. Undo all your clips and fasteners. Undo the electrical connection to the tank at the left of the battery. Place a thick pad, towel or otherwise, over the general area of the battery. Pull the tank back and off the front rubbers, then rotate the tank up in front and onto its top, resting upside down on the towel. with the fuel lines still connected. You now have unimpeded access to the airbox and anything else you wish to play with on top of the engine. Particular caution should be made that the tank does not fall off the bike. Chock or block the front wheel so that when you are pushing the tank back on you do not roll it off its stand. And reconnect the fuel pump. However, the best solution is Zero's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eliXXir Posted February 23, 2014 Share Posted February 23, 2014 However, the best solution is Zero's. Not a phrase I'm familiar with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockmeupto125 Posted February 23, 2014 Share Posted February 23, 2014 Used to be that even a stopped clock was right twice a day. Now we got these digital things ... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zero Knievel Posted February 24, 2014 Share Posted February 24, 2014 Used to be that even a stopped clock was right twice a day. Now we got these digital things ... Just think of me as that VCR that keep blinking 12:00...12:00...12:00...12:00...12:00...12:00...12:00... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TuffguyF4i Posted February 24, 2014 Share Posted February 24, 2014 I prop the tank with a rubber mallet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul99xx Posted February 27, 2014 Author Share Posted February 27, 2014 thanks guys, i see what you mean now, rediculously easy, disconnect a couple of wires, bit of wiggling to get the front loose and done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacFly144 Posted May 11, 2022 Share Posted May 11, 2022 On 2/23/2014 at 9:19 AM, rockmeupto125 said: All good answers, I'll chime in as well. Wait till your fuel light is on. Undo all your clips and fasteners. Undo the electrical connection to the tank at the left of the battery. Place a thick pad, towel or otherwise, over the general area of the battery. Pull the tank back and off the front rubbers, then rotate the tank up in front and onto its top, resting upside down on the towel. with the fuel lines still connected. You now have unimpeded access to the airbox and anything else you wish to play with on top of the engine. Particular caution should be made that the tank does not fall off the bike. Chock or block the front wheel so that when you are pushing the tank back on you do not roll it off its stand. And reconnect the fuel pump. However, the best solution is Zero's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacFly144 Posted May 11, 2022 Share Posted May 11, 2022 Now that, my friend, is good advice and a good trick. Thanks Rockmeupto125! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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