It's all the same tank...The petcock has two different levels it pulls gas from...There's tube inside that when in "run" position, pulls gas from a higher level inside the tank..On "reserve" it pulls the gas from the bottom of the tank..So no worries about the gas going bad...

 

+1 with the dude

 

Bass has it correct, the reason for having a reserve is to warn you fuel is running low since we don't have a guage on the 1300.

 

Thanx guys. Makes sense. Learning about the bike is as much fun as riding it. And with guys like you around offering tips and advice.....all the better.

 

Thanx guys.... And with guys like you around offering tips and advice.....all the better.

I 2nd that!:cheers:

 

just got my bike yesterday and was wondering the same thing. Yay search function and helpful folks! Thanks!

 

Always helpful people around here. I learned the info from riding a dirt bike years ago. Actually my dad had to explain it.

 

Remember to always keep it pointing down when riding that way you wont accidentally run the reserve out. :banghead:

 

Even if you think it's in proper position, check anyway, some turds like to mess with bikes when the owner isn't around, I check every single time I get on, and have found the valve in reserve position when I didn't do it.

 

I agree It had happen to me before and if I ever catch someone doing anything to mine again I will guarantee I will have a present for them. You just don't mess with someones bike.

 

Keep in mind that once you hit reserves you have a little less than a gallon of fuel left. That equals out to be about 25 to 35 miles depending on your fuel mileage. I have had this thing running on fumes before. I do have to admit I ran it out of gas once before, forgot to change it back after a fill up. :nope:

 

My 09 has 1.14 gallon on reserve, right now I'm getting 49 miles to the gallon!

 

A little trick I learned here at the Cafe: When you switch to "reserve", turn your gas cap key lock cover to the side. Serves as a reminder that it's time to gas up. Don't ask me how I know that's good advice. :banghead:

 

You have to excuse me because i am an 1800 guy but do you have a
light also or is it just for us 1800 idiots?

 

Idiots? I don't think so. Our 1300s are a little less sophisticated than you bigger boys. Only way we know we're getting low is when we start to sputter.

 

@ donut: you said to keep the knob down... for me its up.. is that different on different bikes like i even checked with the dealer its up for me

 

First the dealer looks at ATV,snow blowers,dirt bikes,generators,scooters,jet skis. ?He keeps all that info in his mind?
All 1300's are down for Run
Is you're bike hanging upside down from the ceiling. lol
NO! Its the same on R,S,C models. You need to go look at it again It is down (Run) forward (Off) up (Res)
If you go and look close it's printed on the ring behind it.


Donut/Dougatriot:

 

The long end of the "handle" should point down for run, up for reserve.

 

Now, can I keep it in run position even when bike not running? I would think I can.

 

Some say to shut it off.
I haven't shut mine off in six years. If it ever causes any problems I'll deal with it then.

Dougatriot:

 

Thanks Doug, that's what I think also. I guess i'd see a leak, but that s/b it.

 

If it's not broke don't fix it. ?? with all the mods I've done to mine I'm getting confused?? lol

Dougatriot:

 

When Honda Dealer mechanics have a problem they can't figure out, they come here for advise.

 

I wish i could see my letters but i put a chrome cover over it will have to take it off to check it out cuz i swear down is reserve on mine. does it make sense since im an 04

 

I have an 04 1300 and its down for run and up for reserve.

 

down is on,forward is off and up is reserve on all 1300C models. check your manual(owners) or ask your dealer.

 

You guys are they GREATEST, I've been wondering about the reserve tank and found out confirmation that I'm not alone with getting 152 miles per fill up.

 

I hit reserve for the first time today at 182 miles. Filled up with 3.7 gallons a couple miles later, so I still had about a gallon remaining.

 

I don't think so - the reserve is about 8/10th of a gallon.

 

I wonder if he could have the knob installed upside down, making "ON" up?:hmm2:

I've never tried it, never had mine off. Not sure if you even can put it on 180 out.

 

Nope it can't be installed 180 out. The " fuel groove" is in the flat of the leaver portion

 

I think there's a pump in our tanks, and not a pump on the later model 1300's. dunno which year they started with the external pump, and not even entirely sure on the whole story, but pretty sure the pump takes up room in the tank, decreasing capacity.

 

I think there's a pump in our tanks, and not a pump on the later model 1300's. dunno which year they started with the external pump, and not even entirely sure on the whole story, but pretty sure the pump takes up room in the tank, decreasing capacity.

Only the 18s were ever in tank pumps 13s were always outside the tank

 

My manual says and my bike has a 1.1 reserve.
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aha!! Thanks for clarifying that one! I've never bothered to check :beer: