Yamaha XS1100 Cafe Racer Project - Episode 19 - Repairing a Faulty Fuel Level Sender

[@DoRC]

I had no idea they used a thermistor. I would think that a really hot or really cold day would prevent this method from working reliability. But I'm sure they know what they are doing.

[@moomoopippy]

I found the manual that came with my XS1100. This Manual covers standard and special models through 'til '81. There's information here about the fuel tank sending unit in Chapter 7- Electrical System. Not sure you are interested in the info, but I thought I'd share. Doesn't say what the part is but gives the specs in ohms.

[@FordManiac76]

When installing the sensor in the tank do you have it facing up or down?

[@ANDY5]

The sensor doesn’t care and I can’t remember. You fit it so your wiring sits where you need it to.

[@dc7290]

Andy I know this is a few years on. Was wondering if you have a low fuel light and if you have are you aware what the reading (ohms) is when the light comes on. Cheers.

[@ANDY5]

Answer to question 1, no I didn’t end up using it. Answer to question 2, I don’t actually know, sorry mate. That was pretty useless for you.

[@dc7290]

All good, thanks for replying.

[@Hoggdoc1946]

I'm curious where does that sender fit into a XS1100 tank?

[@ANDY5]

Under the tank adjacent to the frame

[@GTsGarage]

Nicely done :)