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Gas Tank Removal

Removing the gas tank on the RSV or the Royal Star Tour deluxe is very simple. The question does come up here from time to time though so here are some simple step by step instructions. RSTD may vary slightly.

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Step 1: Remove the cowling around the gas cap.

 

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Step 2: Use a pair of pliars to squeeze the tabs to unplug connector from metal tab.

 

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Step 3: Unplug the connector.

 

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Step 4: Remove the vent hose.

 

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Step 5: Remove single bolt on rear tang of tank.

 

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Step 6: Remove push pins that hold bib in place.

 

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Step 7: Rubber covers just pull off front mounts. Remove covers and then allen head screws.

 

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Step 8: Turn fuel petcock to "OFF" position and them remove gas line.

 

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Step 9: Simply lift tank off and set it aside. You are done.

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