Joe2Lmaker
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Edit Edit: January 16, 2016 As far as I know, there has never been a string of three group buys in the same thread before. But, let's try. If you are already familiar with this auxiliary tank set up, skip ahead to the third group buy here: <Link> If not: every couple of years, someone contacts me asking about acquiring a Tag-Along-Tank, In order to make that happen for them, multiples need to be made and I end up posting a group buy. If you are unfamiliar with this tank, I do not have an elevator pitch for it. Please read my thread: Auxiliary Cell Design. <Link> This actual Tag-Along-Tank idea began as a tangent on <Page 2> of that thread.
Edit: 16 July 2015 -> This group buy from 2010 was merged with a group buy from 2015. The 2015 group buy starts on page 5 of this thread. I don't recall when this first post was redlined, but it was while orders were being taken and before the tanks were built (in 2010). To see details about the 2015 group buy, see post #94 in this now merged thread. Thanks -Joe
After three long winters, I am proud to announce the completion of what I consider the ideal auxiliary tank for the GenII FJR. This should also work with the "Gen 3" FJR. <Link> (Edit: 15 July 2015)
A considerable amount of effort has gone into the development of this tank. For those not familiar with that effort, please read the thread, Auxiliary Cell Design. <Link>
The tank's capacity is 4.797 gallons. It attaches directly to the bike's rear subframe. Capacity, comfort, safety, and ease of use are all important attributes and I believe this design delivers on all counts at an exceptional value.
The fringe benefits are certainly subjective, but worth mentioning.
• The shape compliments the FJR. They look as if they were made for one another.
• The center of gravity is low, a plus for those of us who ride long distances to experience spectacular, curving roads.
Because needs differ slightly from person to person, I'm not going to tell you what you need. I'm going to offer you options.
The standard package:
• One Tag-Along Tank for GenII FJR
• One JAZ/Wisco flush mount filler cap (JAZ P/N 350-201-06)
• One complete set of metric stainless fasteners for the flush mount filler cap.
The popularity of the 45° JAZ filler neck necessitated larger diam. holes on the bolt hole circle
• One Panel mount valve (McMaster-Carr P/N 4118T62)
• One1/4" 1/8"NPT X 5/16" elbow fitting (Edelmann P/N 831450 P/N 83125)
• One 1/4" NPT X 5/16" fitting (Edelmann P/N 820450)
•Two Three1/8" NPT X 5/16" fittings (Edelmann P/N 820250)
• One short length of 5/16" dia fuel line.
• Silver powder coat (no second coat of clear powdercoat)
• Two replacement bushings for the FJR's stock grabrail.
• Two rubber bumpers for the tank's front supports (McMaster-Carr P/N 9310K124)
edit: the 1/4" NPT fittings were overkill
Options at no additional charge:
• Substituting a 45° filler neck (McMaster-Carr P/N 43485K154) and Pro-Werks C73-759 bung and cap assembly for the JAZ/Wisco flush mount filler cap.
Options that reduce the package price:
• Bare aluminum tank
• Substituting washers in place of the grab rail replacement bushings (not recommended)
• Ordering a bare tank (no valves, no fittings, ... bare - as in 'naked')
One very important note:
Although every effort has been made to ensure that this tank will function as suitable auxiliary liquid container for the GenII FJR, I am an imperfect human being.
By using one of these containers you are participating in an unscientific test. You should plan on sharing your experience using this tank. Others will benefit from that knowledge. I will do what I can to be as helpful as possible, but within reason.
The price to participate in this unscientific trial is:
$869.00 plus shipping.
Edit: 16 July 2015 -> This group buy from 2010 was merged with a group buy from 2015. The 2015 group buy starts on page 5 of this thread. I don't recall when this first post was redlined, but it was while orders were being taken and before the tanks were built (in 2010). To see details about the 2015 group buy, see post #94 in this now merged thread. Thanks -Joe
After three long winters, I am proud to announce the completion of what I consider the ideal auxiliary tank for the GenII FJR. This should also work with the "Gen 3" FJR. <Link> (Edit: 15 July 2015)
A considerable amount of effort has gone into the development of this tank. For those not familiar with that effort, please read the thread, Auxiliary Cell Design. <Link>
The tank's capacity is 4.797 gallons. It attaches directly to the bike's rear subframe. Capacity, comfort, safety, and ease of use are all important attributes and I believe this design delivers on all counts at an exceptional value.
The fringe benefits are certainly subjective, but worth mentioning.
• The shape compliments the FJR. They look as if they were made for one another.
• The center of gravity is low, a plus for those of us who ride long distances to experience spectacular, curving roads.
Because needs differ slightly from person to person, I'm not going to tell you what you need. I'm going to offer you options.
The standard package:
• One Tag-Along Tank for GenII FJR
• One JAZ/Wisco flush mount filler cap (JAZ P/N 350-201-06)
The popularity of the 45° JAZ filler neck necessitated larger diam. holes on the bolt hole circle
• One Panel mount valve (McMaster-Carr P/N 4118T62)
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• One short length of 5/16" dia fuel line.
• Silver powder coat (no second coat of clear powdercoat)
• Two replacement bushings for the FJR's stock grabrail.
• Two rubber bumpers for the tank's front supports (McMaster-Carr P/N 9310K124)
edit: the 1/4" NPT fittings were overkill
Options at no additional charge:
• Substituting a 45° filler neck (McMaster-Carr P/N 43485K154) and Pro-Werks C73-759 bung and cap assembly for the JAZ/Wisco flush mount filler cap.
Options that reduce the package price:
• Bare aluminum tank
• Substituting washers in place of the grab rail replacement bushings (not recommended)
• Ordering a bare tank (no valves, no fittings, ... bare - as in 'naked')
One very important note:
Although every effort has been made to ensure that this tank will function as suitable auxiliary liquid container for the GenII FJR, I am an imperfect human being.
By using one of these containers you are participating in an unscientific test. You should plan on sharing your experience using this tank. Others will benefit from that knowledge. I will do what I can to be as helpful as possible, but within reason.
The price to participate in this unscientific trial is:
$869.00 plus shipping.
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