Zongshen 200GY-2: Clarke XT225 Fuel Tank Conversion

[katoranger]

Mel, I noticed the same thing when riding a KLR650. The added weight of a full tank of fuel made it feel even heavier.

That was a tall bike too.

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by katoranger

Mel, I noticed the same thing when riding a KLR650. The added weight of a full tank of fuel made it feel even heavier.

That was a tall bike too.

I don't doubt the KLR650 feels heavier with a full tank, Allen.

However, the Clarke fuel tank on my Zong is a complete asset, without any demerits. I always fill my Clarke tank to the top, even if I am tackling a nasty, steep, local trail. I honestly don't notice any difference in my bike's handling, whether the Clarke fuel tank is full, or almost on reserve.

Spud

[melissann]

Thats true spud... I wasnt thinking of the height difference between a my old lifanoid and the zong. Probably makes a signifcant difference. So it might be an issue for other bikes but because of the height difference... you are good to go

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by melissann

Thats true spud... I wasnt thinking of the height difference between a my old lifanoid and the zong. Probably makes a signifcant difference. So it might be an issue for other bikes but because of the height difference... you are good to go

Yes, the height difference is a significant factor, Mel. However, WG also mentioned another important factor; the Clarke tank is very well designed to carry most of the fuel lower. In addition, the plastic, Clarke fuel tank weighs less than the stock, steel fuel tank.

Spud

[fishman10]

I had no problem with getting the yearly inspection on my klx 300 with the plastic tank , here in the hitler like state of PA.

[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by fishman10

I had no problem with getting the yearly inspection on my klx 300 with the plastic tank , here in the hitler like state of PA.

When you put it that way, I am especially happy to be living in the great, free, western state of Idaho!

Spud

[Cal25]

Alot of fuel tanks now are made of plastic, even cars and trucks. When gas got to 4 bucks a gallon a while back, there were numerous reports of people poking a hole in a plastic tank to steal the gas.

[fishman10]

.I want one of those for my zong so bad ,but just can't swing the funds right now.on a side note ,I tried to print some of this stuff for future reference,and the pics are good ,but the text is very tiny ,I need help.

[Weldangrind]

Check your messages fishman.

[FastDoc]

Originally Posted by SpudRider

When you put it that way, I am especially happy to be living in the great, free, western state of Idaho!

Spud

Even in the PRK I rode my XR250-L for 25,000 miles with a plastic Clarke tank with XR tank graphics and no one ever seemed to mind.

[Jim]

As W&G brought up, I think that plastic tanks aren't really CMVSS approved in Canada, though I am not 100% certain on this... I know my gy5 had a plastic tank, and was registered for the street but it was a RUM bike and I don't think I could register it for the street now if it wasn't done already. My gy6 had a metal tank, though it was still imported as a RUM bike.

Spud, that's a great addition, and it looks good. I know from a few road trips when you get into some of the wide open states or provinces spacing of gas stations can become an issue... I was on reserve for a fair while in Saskatchewan hoping a town would come up before I had to start pushing... My Kawasaki only gets about 225km before hitting reserve, your range is impressive

[SpudRider]

Thank you, Jim. With the improved range of my motorcycle, I can now explore trails I needed to neglect in the past. I would never again want a dual sport motorcycle with a range less than 200 miles. I can now travel 200 miles before I reach reserve, and my reserve range is a comforting 90 miles.

Spud