Fuel stabilizer
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Fuel stabilizer
I've talked with quite a few riding buddies about fuel stabilizer and have gotten as many recomendations as warnings . In the past I've ridden year 'round , but I'm going to undergo total shoulder surgery and I'll be off the riding list for up to six months . I use non ethanol fuel , but I think a fuel stabilizer is in order . Any help from riders up north would be welcome.
Re: Fuel stabilizer
I used Stabil for years since it's available at any hardware store. It worked well but I now use Startron, which uses a different technology (enzyme) and claims to work twice as long.
Lawrence Carlson
Redding, CT
2002 R1150R (sold)
2016 BMW F700GS
2021 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
Redding, CT
2002 R1150R (sold)
2016 BMW F700GS
2021 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
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Re: Fuel stabilizer
With the fuel we have today, I drain the fuel out of any vehicle that sits for 6 months or more .
'02 R1150R, Atlanta Blue
Been riding since 1979, BMW's since 1981 .
4 R65's, '87 Guzzi V65 Lario .
Been riding since 1979, BMW's since 1981 .
4 R65's, '87 Guzzi V65 Lario .
Re: Fuel stabilizer
Do you have a trusted friend close by, who could take the bike out for a ride every 6 weeks or so? I have used both Stabile and Seafoam
Jeff (lifer #289)
'17 F800GSA
'04 R1150R
There ain't no education in the second kick of a mule!
'17 F800GSA
'04 R1150R
There ain't no education in the second kick of a mule!
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Re: Fuel stabilizer
I've used Stabil every winter for 10 years. Fresh fuel > Stabil > 20 - 30 mile ride to push it through the injectors. I have heard good things about Seafoam. A good friend who is a BMW bike tech and the folks at the shop where my car is worked on recommend against draining the fuel because the lines deteriorate faster.
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Re: Fuel stabilizer
I put Seafoam in every 3-4 tankfulls and use MARINE grade Stabil during winter. It has worked very well so far.
Re: Fuel stabilizer
My BMW dealer recomends K100 fuel stabilizer. I went to there web site (K100) and watched some videos and I am impressed. That's what I'm going to use . Thanks for y'alls input.