Clarke 3.6 gal oversize gas tank

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Clarke 3.6 gal oversize gas tank

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I was wondering how many here have oversized gas tanks? I think the KDX can use the larger fuel capacity and was thinking about the Clarke 3.6 gal natural tank. I have heard some say you can't get the spark plug out but heard many others say it doesn't have any effect on changing spark plugs. I also read there is a special tool these bikes have for changing spark plugs but not sure if it's not just the cheap tool that comes with the tool kit? I don't have the tool kit. I have a oversized Clarke tank on my 450 sport quad and it's nice to not have to worry about being the first one to run out of fuel.
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i have the Clarke oversize tank and it is fiddly to get the plug out but not difficult ,
a special plug tool would defiantly help. :neutral:
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3.6 gallons is 13.6L. Isn't the stock tank something like 12L? Or is it 10?
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One option would be to buy the NGK BR8ECM shorter plug or BR8ECMIX shorter plug.
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Bitteeinit wrote:3.6 gallons is 13.6L. Isn't the stock tank something like 12L? Or is it 10?
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I have a Clarke on my KDX. I do pull the bolts out of the tank to get more room when changing plugs. Instead of fiddling with it while the tank is on, I found that was faster for me. I don't really have any complaints about the tank. I've heard others say that their shrouds wouldn't line up with the threaded holes in the tank, mine seems to fit up nicely.
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Bitteeinit wrote:3.6 gallons is 13.6L. Isn't the stock tank something like 12L? Or is it 10?
Stock tank is 2.9 gal. 0.7 gal increase is a fair amount of an increase. The Clarke on my 450R was a 3.9 gal and the stock was 3.1 gal and that made a huge difference. I never had to worry about being the one who runs out of fuel which was really nice.
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Thank you two-stroke-brit and Tyl3r for the first hand info. Looks like I will be getting one since there are no big issues with the oversize Clarke tank. I am going to get the natural tank so I can see the fuel level without removing the gas cap. :cool:
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It is pretty cool being able to see the fuel level just by looking at the bike lol
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I have a Clarke tank on my '02 220 and I personally would recommend getting one if you are doing long rides. It really does make a difference over stock.
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A Clarke 3.6 gal tank in natural is on my wish list for the winter project.
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Just got a clear Acerbis for my 450F and agree that it's great to be able to see how much gas you have left.

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How far can you guys get on a tank of fuel?

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