Petrol Tank Removal

On most bikes, it's pretty damned simple to remove the petrol tank. Switch petcock to OFF position, remove fuel tube, remove rear retaining strap and lift fuel tank from frame!

Not on the CB450! Oh no, because Honda decided to put another fuel line in place called a balance-pipe. It runs from the rear left corner of the tank to the rear right corner of the tank. And there's no cut-off mechanism, so as soon as you pull the pipe off, fuel pours out. But you HAVE to disconnect it to get the tank off!

Anyhow, I decided to order a "Quick Disconnect" for the offending pipe...



It seals both ends when you disconnect. Available from HERE

Should save some swearing! UPDATE>>> It doesn't seal both ends! Just one.
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