Ran out of gas!

I always let the miles remaining get to zero, then get to a gas station. I know the last gallon cools the fuel pump as some have said, but what good is a 6 gallon tank if you can't use most of it sometimes? That said, I usually only put about 5 1/4 gallons in, so it never really gets too low.
 
ehh said:
I did run out of fuel a few months ago as I didn't know that there was no petrol stations for about 180 km. (Highway 1 north of Rockhampton) I ran out 5-6 km before the petrol station and found out that it can run on methylated spirits.
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But then you had nothing left to drink.......................
 
Yup, about the same
 
I could rely on mine too, the first 30 times.
Mighty Mouse said:
I'm just the opposite. If the gas light comes on (That usually doesn't happen) I bee line to the first reputable Gas station. You have done this how many times? Nerves of steal you have.
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More like usually vast distances to the next station, lol. There are places in Az where it might be 100 miles between gas pumps.
 
I have noticed that gas consumption could be nearly twice when you are stuck in traffic jam in comparison with very cool ride in the country side. Therefore when the light is on I just fill the tank.

In addition I never ride until empty tank to prevent impurities for reaching the injection system.. My old HD is always kept with tank full after any ride to avoid rust production inside the tank. After nearly 22 years the engine starts at first time. The carburetor was adjusted 22 years ago without any change afterwards.

I am not sure that my Rocket will do the same...
 
I've got a good trip planned this summer and I'll definitely be thinking about one of these. No issues with vapors I assume as it's completely sealed?
-MIG
 
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