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[PVaitkunas]

Since I got the bike I found that the pump cut off never works before fuel is sprayed all over the place. I think it is because of the plate that is just below the filler neck. I normally watch the fill very carefully and stop as soon as I see the first drops starting to spit out. Mind you in one case in Killarney I was watching it so closely that I sprayed my face because the hose was too close to that flat plate.

Normally I’m just as careful. In this case I was rushing to a lunch with my dad and I was texting him back with my left hand when my knee got wet. With how long it takes the bike to register that it’s been filled, the gauge never reads full! I’m curious if that’s what led to this unfortunate fire

 

[ruzzle]

You have to insert the pump nozzle just below that plate in the neck, then take it steady with the fill. No probs then with splashback.

 

[CrzystghndKC]

One wonders how the rider managed? Any details on what caused the incident?

The gas pump didn't shut off when the tank was full. This has happened to me without the tragic repercussions.

 

[CrzystghndKC]

Wow! That's a Sad sight. I assume he will get fully compensated by the gas company and/or own insurance, but still, what a trauma!

Probably get sued by the gas station.

 

[Mighty Mouse]

If you rely on the back pressure to stop the pump you still have a gallon left in the tank. I lift the nozzle up and place two fingers between the tank and nozzle. I can fill it up as high as I feel safe with and no stuck nozzle or gas on the tank. It is a little painful to the phalanges but oh well.

 

[kluven]

One wonders how the rider managed? Any details on what caused the incident?

If it wasn't clear, by "managed" I meant did the rider suffer any injuries.
(As a non-native English speaker, I quite often wonder whether I was using the right expression to not be misinterpreted...)

 

[kluven]

If you rely on the back pressure to stop the pump you still have a gallon left in the tank.

That's if you have figured out how to position the nozzle properly so the pump shuts off - apparently not everyone has. It seems to be a learning experience that could have unfortunate consequences.
I don't have the bike, but to me the filler mechanism seems to be a design flaw. It may be possible to find the right technique to not over-fill - but this really should be straightforward, out of safety concerns.
I'm waiting while the early bugs (and a rear end) are sorted out before I might order a R3GT, and I'm hoping the filler mechanism will be fixed also.

 

[Mighty Mouse]

If I don't keep two fingers between the pump and my gas tank opening then when I place the nozzle in the opening it can easily 'lock' in place and is a mother f**ker to get it out. Hence the two fingers. I don't think it's the tanks it's the way the gas nozzle is suppose to do to avoid any spillage at least the California approved gas nozzles. I know the gas nozzles are different in California (of course they are). The polar bears have to approve of them before they are to be used.

 

[Dr.D]

I have had no problems with the shut off nozzles and over filling or splash. Am Im just lucky or good?

 

[idk]

Make sure you shake it to get rid of the last couple of drops.