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Fuel stabilizer - serious test!
Mikep328:
Tomorrow we are flying to Mexico where three motorcycles have been sitting since before Covid with Stabil/fuel in the tanks - my '73 Norton Commando (fiberglass tank) a BMW R9T and a my wife's Honda Africa Twin. We'll be there a month; wonder if the bikes will start with no problem or if I'll be working on them for the month to get them to run? ;)
Bryanj:
You really expect a Commando to start?
Skoti:
--- Quote from: Mikep328 on December 10, 2024, 01:45:49 PM ---Tomorrow we are flying to Mexico where three motorcycles have been sitting since before Covid with Stabil/fuel in the tanks - my '73 Norton Commando (fiberglass tank) a BMW R9T and a my wife's Honda Africa Twin. We'll be there a month; wonder if the bikes will start with no problem or if I'll be working on them for the month to get them to run? ;)
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My old Commando normally starts fine after winter lay up, but the original Amal concentrics fitted are as simple as a Suffolk Punch carb and seldom get clogged up.
Lets wait and see how easy the BMW and Honda start...
Bryanj:
I am just remembering the rush of mechanics trying to get away every time one came into the workshop!
Martin6:
Not that I'm at all defensive about my Commando... :)
...Have to say it's an easy starter and been completely reliable since early teething troubles from not being used for 6 years by previous owner. Smooth, torquey fast and good handling.
Not that I'm expecting the Honda to be any worse, but it is a tough act to match.
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