Extra Fuel for long Trips

Lynn

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You can mount a Koplin 1 1/2 gal fuel tank on the left and right side on the frame. They are out of the way, not taking up bed space, keeps the center of gravity low, protected by the bed sides and still higher than the frame so they aren't hit by anything. With the bed down you have to get back a little to even see them. I've had them on for 1200 miles and only had to use them a couple times on rides over 120 -130 miles, but I'm glad I had them. It's nice to help others out too, when they run out. Thanks for checking this post out.
 

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slowdryrider

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That looks like a good idea. My concern would be the one on the left side being so close to the exhaust pipe,especially in the heat of the summer. I know I carried a 2 1/2 gal one in the back of my Pioneer tucked away in front of my spare tire.It fits in perfectly in front of the spare and next to my tool/storage box. I'll have to put it in place and take a pic to show you. And yes its nice to have the extra gas when out riding long distance.
 
HondaTim

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It should be ok it takes a flame to light gas not heat...just my .02
 
HondaTim

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Really that's what caused that?
 
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According to the backstory his jug turned over and spilled fuel on the exhaust pipe that runs under the tiny bed on the Rzr4
 
Lynn

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If your worried about it just put one on the right side, but the one on the left side is like 8-9" away from the shielded exhaust pipe and doesn't get very warm. neither one has ever leaked and if they did it wouldn't drip on the exhaust pipe. I think it's safer secured on the frame than bouncing around in the bed. Any way it's just a suggestion, It's working great for me.
 

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