Fuel tank taps

[Julian_S]

An easy question: two taps, left and right. I was told to use the right tap normally with the left tap being for the reserve. Looking at the tank it would appear that there's no difference between the two tank outlets and it really doesn't matter which you use as the reserve supply?

True or false?

Julian

[dave16mct]

When you're running out oif fuel its easier to reach for the L/H tap while keeping the throttle on with your right hand!

[saltbox alf]

Hi Julian , it's true and false The taps generally have a feed tube set in the top of the tap inside the tank one is long and t'other short, so in effect it's a false run out level on main tap to give an ample reseve on t'other short one. Well it is on my bikes!
Yes agree with Dave16 a lot easier!

[Julian_S]

Ah, got it. That 'feed tube' is probably another term for what I'd call a stack pipe - makes sense. Would I find gauze filters upstream of the petrol taps that need periodic cleaning? My Guzzi had gauze strainers....

Julian

[Duncan]

Julian, if you look under the tank there will be a larger cut out section on the right hand side to clear the rocker box, meaning that there will be more fuel available on the left hand side of the tank when the level falls. There are no upstands or filters on standard taps, although you may fit ones that have them if you so desire.