Delboy's Garage, Harley Davidson 48, Tank Swap !

[@markwybierala4936]

8 years after you posted this it’s exactly the information I was looking for. Thank you.

[@garynardelli9981]

Love the care you take with everything you do, as well as the detail in your explanations.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you very much!

[@MP212NYC]

I wish all mechanics (or friends) were as cheerful and knowledgable about bikes as this guy. awesome video.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, you're very kind.... it aint hard, and we should all be in it together aye... ! I have come across way too many "Techs" who swagger about with a superiority complex and look down on their customers like they're stupid and gullible...Nobody owns knowledge, we have a duty to reach out and help our fellow bikers right..? thanks for watching.. Del.

[@Moonfleet41]

NO, its brain cells in a Harley Haters head..!

[@bradflorida9961]

It's the name!

[@Moonfleet41]

Oh Awesome, a real life spiteful hater... is it good being you.. do you have to chew bits of wood at night to keep up that rage... i feel so sorry for you, you must be such an unhappy and troubled little cherub. You open with a hateful, sarcastic and mocking statement, then replay with foul language and demonstrate your 12 year old mentality when you get a reply.......what did you expect bub, an apology... enjoy your life chump, and watch out for them splinters...!

[@tetlow2]

@Jim Piver it's the fuel range on that peanut tank.

[@paulharast1958]

Thanks.... I never changed a gas tank before and after watching this video I change the gas tank on my 2007 Sportster XL883L. I went from a 2'1/2 gal tank to a 3'1/2 gal tank. I appreciate everything you do and I'm glad you share your experience..............

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Paul. Thank for your kind comments buddy, im glad the video can help you out..

[@paulharast1958]

Moonfleet41 I wish I could hang out with you.. I wish I had a buddy like you growing up.. keep doing the awesome work.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Paul, that's really kind, we are always happy to help - where you based buddy??

[@AussieDreamChaser]

Nice to see a 48 in Delboy's Garage :) Cheers guys, from a huge fan and 48 owner from Down-under... Mine has the 3.3g tank off an 883 on it too, amongst many other mods. Rock on!!!

[@TheTransitionsCovers-Originals]

AussieDreamChaser Hello mate, how many miles are you managing until fuel light? Cheers

[@AussieDreamChaser]

G'day mate, just so happens I sing in an original rock band also :) current name is "Solarstatic" if you want to check out a couple of our songs on iTunes or Google Play etc, but we're thinking of a name change. 48's must be the bike of choice for lead singers hehehe. Mine's a 2011 model, I get about 140km before the fuel light comes on but I can get over 200km before I really need to fuel up. I have screaming eagle slip on pipes wrapped and a Kuryakyn air cleaner with a Power Commander V. I've tucked the wires and made several other mods. I think the fuel sensor get's a bit confused when we do the tank swap but you'll learn to judge it. When I fill up, normally around 170km on after a fill, I usually still have about 3 litres in the tank. Del and Penny are awesome :) your bike's looking good and you'll appreciate the extra mileage, well done mate, love your music too. Rock on!!!

[@TheTransitionsCovers-Originals]

G'day mate, I have no idea how you are getting those miles? Maybe it has something to do with your Power Commander V? Have you done a tank swap too? I can't get anywhere near that even with my new tank! 70-75 miles and my fuel light is on. It still seems to read correct though with my new tank. I will have a listen buddy and thanks for the comment! :)

[@AussieDreamChaser]

The Transitions Yeah mate, same tank as you have now so 3.3 Gallons is about 12.5 Litres. The original peanut tank from the 48's is 7.9 Litres and a few guys I ride with get about 120km before they start looking for a gas station. I had a ride yesterday and filled up after 120km and only had to put 7 Litres to fill it to the brim so in theory I still had 5.5 Litres in the tank. My fuel light normally comes on around 140 - 160km into a ride but when I fill up I usually only need to put 9 - 10 litres in. I've never fully ran it dry with the new tank on it but I have gone over 200km and still had fuel in the tank. I have had my bike dyno tuned and they re-mapped it for the power commander to get around 73 HP at the rear tire. Maybe the PCV and Dyno have something to do with the mileage I get. Also I'm not sure what pipes and air-cleaner you have on the bike but they could play a part. The other thing is, I always fill up with 98 octane usually BP Ultimate here in Sydney Australia, so I'm not sure if that increases my fuel efficiency as well. With that new tank you should see more than 75 miles for sure? Keep me posted on what you find, feel free to contact me through my bands Facebook page if you like. Rock on bro!!!

[@dheller777]

I know a lot of riders who have done the tank swap. Your right in not putting the 4.5 gallon tank on. I think the size tank you chose keeps the lines and the flow of the bike looking better than the fatter tank. Thanks for the video. Ride safe!

[@Moonfleet41]

dheller777 Thanks mate, Karlos's choice, but yeah, think he made the right one!

[@zachariaszut]

15:00 ... he he... but I can say you pretty much convinced me. You convey the notion you know pretty well what you are doing. It is always a pleasure to watch someone work like that. Subscribed and belled.

[@petergoddard1960]

Ahhh a real treat that and really great to 'meet' the man behind the voice and band. What a lovely chap! Enjoyed that tremendously. His 48 is now looking way better and will now go (a bit) further on a tank! I love the 48, especially in this guise! Very cool indeed. Many many thanks for the other night, it was a rare and great pleasure and extremely informative. We both know which way I'll be going, so I'll keep you posted once I set wheels in motion. With a more capable bike, I think I can safely say that we'll end up getting to meet face to face before too long! 350 miles from me to Poole!

[@Moonfleet41]

pgod1960 Good to talk to you too buddy... I just know you are making the right choice on the bike... I think you will miss the Enfield for about an hour lol ! Karlos is a great guy and it's good to have the kind gift of their music to use... if we can make a plan when you've got the Trumpet then you'll be able to meet not just him, but the rest of the Collective, there are more Idiots down here than you ever knew existed lol! Keep in touch...

[@TheTransitionsCovers-Originals]

pgod1960 Thanks mate :)

[@MickeyLeeBukowski]

Thanks Del! Used this video as a guide to swap my Sporty tank. Everything turned out great

[@IronSlimPA]

Nice to see a HD in the garage. Great tip on the rag between the tank and chassis. Nice bike Carlos. Great video Del & Pen.

[@Moonfleet41]

Iron Slim Thanks Scott, good to hear from you buddy... it was a real treat to have a Hog on the bench again!

[@TheTransitionsCovers-Originals]

Iron Slim Thanks buddy

[@69FOSTER]

I agree, in another video, one 48 owner replaced the peanut tank with a much bigger and wider 4.5 gallon gas tank and it did indeed completely destroy the look of his 48, and it now looks more like a Honda or a touring bike, I would not be able to tell if the bike was a Sportster. The 883 tank is a far better alternative.

[@hulkhatepunybanner]

*The 3.1 gallon 883 tank (which I thought was a peanut) at best gives a 100 mile range. My thought a decade ago was to extend the 883 tank upwards, making it taller instead of wider.*

[@TheTransitionsCovers-Originals]

Hello again Del and Penny, Just wanted to say thanks again for having my bike on your bench, swapping my tank and making this video. I know it will help loads of people over time because its such an obvious mod to do. The 2.1 tank does look cool but i need this bike to be a bike i can ride and even with this tank the range is still quite limited. I'm pretty sure some comments will eventually show up here with the speech about this tanks heritage regarding 1948 etc etc and now I changed my tank its not a 48! I don't care if its not a 48 in your opinion anymore (although it is, I only changed the tank lol), this is my bike and i (and Del) just made it better. Thanks for the nice comments about my bike guys. I love it even more now. Few more mods and it will be sweet. Maybe its a 4 Iron? See ya Thursday Delta and Penstar and a massive thanks again. RocknRolla x

[@Moonfleet41]

The Transitions Now that's a proper 24 carat rock n' roll response! Those who don't think it's a 48 without a 'Borrowers' fuel tank, can FRO lol ! (and push their bike to the petrol station)... anyway, rock stars don't look cool pushing their bike along the side of the road to the fuel stop do they??? See you tonight buddy, you'll wonder what happened when you don't have to stop every 48 miles... blimey the world's yer oyster now, better take some Kendal Mint Cake next time you go out ! ...See you later buddy...

[@TheTransitionsCovers-Originals]

Moonfleet41 Great night tonight Delta, good to see you two. Looking forward to Sunday (apart from the lack of sleep I'm gonna get). Trouble is.... i can't afford Kendal Mint cake now it takes £10 to fill up instead of £7 lol

[@deanchild9848]

The Transitions just like to say thank your for the music downloads was listing to your songs while riding my 2000 Sportster this morning to work....very nice.

[@TheTransitionsCovers-Originals]

Thats awesome! I love that. RocknRolla

[@pjh79]

Best explanation on a HD 48 tank swap I've seen on youtube. Explained simply and clearly. I'm now confident I can do this on my 48 !!! Thanks dude!!

[@Moonfleet41]

+pjh79 Thanks buddy, really glad the video can help you, you know how it is, say it simple, make it clear! Keep yer boots in the breeze brother, all the best, Del & Penny!

[@OcotilloTom]

Good info. Del. First thing I did on my 2104 "48" was the tank switch. I went with a 4.5 US gal. tank I got off E-Bay with custom paint and airbrushing for $600.00 US dollars. Then switched to Vance and Hines Short Shot staggered pipes in flat black to match the engine. Had the dealer do a stage 1 download and finished up with a Bates style solo springer saddle. I live in Arizona,USA where we have good roads and miles of open spaces to ride year round. The 4.5 gal. vs the 2.1 gal. stock peanut tank made a BIG difference.

[@lukemeaton3782]

+Tom Boyte got any photos of the 4.5 gal?

[@OcotilloTom]

+Luke Meats Got lots of photo's, where do I send them? Tom

[@Cheaps928]

Do you have an Instagram? I live in Az as well

[@dustoff7]

Excellent! Clear, easily understood.... ..I learned a great deal. Thank you!

[@SadlerSadler]

allright dell...spreading the word on the eejit collective...took the bandit to work tonight..left an hour early and took very long way there....work is ten minutes away,so enjoyed the blast.48 is the dogs...guest bikes is a great idea..was getting all pearled out with the general..loving your work m8..........(and the transitions work too)

[@Moonfleet41]

Eric higgs Plenty of reasons to take the long route to work, the main one being you don't get there so quickly lol! ... the guest bike thing is not permanent, it was purely a one-off to help out a mate that we owe a huge favour to... lots of stuff to come on the Bonneville & Scrambler, but you know it's gonna happen, the pearls will return !!... they'll be back!

[@DrLamb13371]

Absolutely love the 48!

[@adamlewis3068]

Fantastic video! Finally finished a custom Nightster tank for my 48 and fitted it today. Removing the EFI unit was a slow process but worth it. Glad I watched your video before hand, it helped no end.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Adam, glad we could help buddy....sounds like a great idea... the 48 tank is little more than an ornament..!

[@WaveAction777]

Great job and nice looking bike. We got to meet the guy behind the awesome tunes, cheers guys...

[@Moonfleet41]

***** Too right mate, Karlos is a cool dude, if you can get along to an event, you can meet him in person!

[@TheTransitionsCovers-Originals]

***** Cheers buddy :)

[@springy-2112]

Finally got yt back on the telly..having a proper watch of the last months worth..So nice to see the detail not having to use phone..Lovely 48 ..my mate just bought a new one..trying to convince him to upsize the tank..i cant keep stopping every other petrol station!! Twiddling my thumbs while he fill up..I was going to rig up a drip from the hosp to give an extra litre..he wasnt impressed...great to see Karlos banging tunes mate....dismantled and then mantled another work mates car today....started charging the buggers now as theres such a long queue..well why not im saving them a stack over the dealer prices...You take care hope the bbq goes well and the meet..peace n love .xxx

[@DukeDyson]

Good to see a Harley back in the garage buddy; variety is the spice of life and all that. Guest stars in the garage.......should become a feature :)

[@Moonfleet41]

DukeDyson Yeah, Beckham did ask, but we're busy this weekend!

[@nebulonv6015]

Awesome video Del! So awesome to see a Harley back in the garage!! :) Been waiting for that for a while!

[@rowdyrodb]

Looks bloody awesome. Well done mate.

[@nitram_nosnibor]

Excellent Del, you really do make it look so simple! I'm getting my 48 within a week and I think the first thing I will be changing is the tank, my previous bike was a Honda Pan ha ha. I will be referring to this video many, many times before and whilst doing it - cheers

[@Moonfleet41]

+Martin Robinson Hi Martin, that's great news mate welcome to the Dark Side Sir ! It may be a bun fight sourcing a cheap tank as they are silly money, but well worth it when you keep going on reserve after 40miles, let me know if you get stuck... happy to help ... good luck with it !

[@nitram_nosnibor]

Thank you very much Del, the first thing I have to do is call the dealer back in the morning to see if he can do a better deal with this 48 plus stage 1 and shortshots he's offering. But then the next move will be the tank sourcing - thanks again!

[@kylefunk546]

Well probably gonna get a 48 now lol glad to see the stock iron 883 tank bolts right up

[@bristol8042]

Great vid and entertaining by the two Amigo's and of course Penny ......cheers.....

[@Moonfleet41]

Bristol roy Yeah, like Penny says.."Dumb and Dummer"...lol

[@philkwon81]

Is anyone else literally taking notes with pen and paper? So much knowledge!

[@ericlitalien6139]

Good one Dell Penny!!That band sounds like thereright out of Nova Scotia!Great music!great bikes!and good craftsmenship on your parts!!Thanks for sharing it with us!! Airborne!!

[@Moonfleet41]

+Éric Litalien Hey buddy, yeah i Love the Transitions, should be riding with Karlos this Sunday if the rain stays away, last few chances to get a day out on the bikes before the temp drops and we're into layers, waterproofs and thick gloves.... then it'll be time to lay the Harley up and keep it away from the salt, and kick the General into action... love ratbiking in winter... muah ha ha..

[@ericlitalien6139]

Hi Dell Penny!Ijust got back from Montreal on my gear up what a ride! The wind was heavy,,the rain was cold.Thank god for my electric gloves!!and what about those old roten army feet of mine? well that's an other thing the urals have ``constante feet warmers behinde those hard working cylinders.Safe riding in GB Irealy enjoy the videos of country driving in england,have you been often in the north regions scoutland?

[@Moonfleet41]

+Éric Litalien Hi Eric... glad you had a safe ride, sadly never been to the Highlands of Scotland, what a beautiful place... it's on the bucket list for a 'must do' ride, but not as much as my lifelong plan to ride the Ice Road and I think I'd need a Ural for that, as the thought of those pots keeping your feet warm beats any heated suit technology lol! ...good to hear from you as always, keep in touch, D&Px

[@ericlitalien6139]

when i'm not on the road,due to very shity weather well its time for dellboy's garage!! for those people out their with an ural when you change that big ruber doughnut on the drive shaft it is of great importance to grease the clutch shaft spline i just busted the shit out of mine and i'm putting in an CJ 750``made in china clutch``

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Eric, yeah hearing the weather there is turning, must be frustrating not being able to get out and ride... but glad the videos tide you over lol! all the best, D&P!

[@silviebattousai1769]

This guy is simply a genius. Awesome music and positive vibes. Cheers!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Silvie, you are very kind..

[@sportsterrider5781]

Thank you for the response on my spark plugs cables. Your videos help me alot and also save me some money on some repairs that I have learned from watching your videos. Thank you so much. Don't stop making your videos!!!!!!

[@Moonfleet41]

+mike lugo No worries Mike, thanks for watching buddy...

[@petergreenslade5247]

Great seeing a Harley back in the garage sir....sure you will get anouther one day lol

[@Moonfleet41]

Peter Greenslade Oh I'm sure you're right, as sure as the sun comes up!

[@Ben10twentytwo]

Big improvement, but I will say though, I've seen a 48 with the much larger tank and drag bars and it looked really good ( not to mention a much improved range). Probably look a bit odd on a 72, but the 48 with its big front wheel seems to wear it well. Anyway, just my 2 cent. RSM8, lovin' the music as usual.

[@Moonfleet41]

Ben 1022 I've seen a 48 with the flat tank and it looks awful... just miserable and nothing special... the standard Sportster peanut tank is perfect and still looks great with the fat front wheel...

[@drewmumby2034]

fantastic! Thanks karlos. will definitely enjoy becoming a huge fan! no worries del, ur a busy fella and hay, if not for ur vids I'd never have discovered their awsomeness. thanks again. keep smiling and ride safe.

[@twowheelpops9356]

I am really Digging the Transisitions! Nice job guys!

[@FreeSwimmer]

Great video. 7 years old but new to me.. im doing oposite swap. Wife has a 2009 XL1200L with 4.5 gallon tank and misses the peanut on her Iron 883. Im hunting down a 3.3 gallon tank to switch out for her. Your video gave me all the knowledge to easily change over. Thanks

[@Moonfleet41]

Most welcome, good luck with it!

[@jasoncory78]

Awesome instruction, thank you! I just took my MSF course in Oct 21 and am paying off some debt then going to hopefully by my first ever motorcycle this year. A sportster 48 and this is the one thing I was hoping I could do. I can't stand that 2.1 gallon tank on it and will be looking to upgrade the tank to either an iron 883 or a nightster tank if I can find one. I love learning all the wrenching I can so I so very much appreciate this and knowledge.

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad it was helpful Jason, and thank you for your kind feedback, good luck with your bike and when you get yours, enjoy!

[@MM-mq8uj]

Great video.... Thanks for all the details. I'm installing a 4.5 gallon tank on my '14 Forty Eight this weekend.

[@thestrugdude9475]

How did it come out?

[@Pablodwnunda]

4 years ago I'm presuming it went well and its awesome

[@Patrick.Henry1776]

EXCELLENT instruction ... exactly what I want to do to my 48. Thanks!

[@ferngully60]

Fantastic video with very informative and clear instructions. I enjoyed watching this as I am wanting to change my 48 tank. I was very apprehensive to do this myself but with your video I am very much encouraged to do it myself. Much thanks!

[@Moonfleet41]

Good luck with your tank change, glad the video has been able to help you buddy!

[@jessnavarro10]

Thanks for the overflow line tip! I was about to run around town looking for a new fuel line to replace it.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Jay, thanks buddy, glad we could help you out..!

[@soulassassin2424]

Moonfleet41 Hi, i was almost successful with my new fuel tank from paughco and i realized that the vent hole was on the right side instead of left. My fuel line is too short to reach. Any recommedation on how i should approach this obstacle?

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi buddy, happy to help with this - you say 'vent hose', then 'fuel line' - firstly, do you mean vent hose, as in the overflow hose that I cut and shortened in this video?? Or do you mean the fuel supply line to send fuel to the carb?? And, is your bike fuel injection, or carb??

[@soulassassin2424]

Moonfleet41 Yes, overflow hose in my EFI fuel tank. Also the hole looks like i have to screw something in it because it doesnt have anything sticking out like the one in my OEM tank. I dont know what it's called. Thanks.

[@Moonfleet41]

Ok, trying yo picture this... you have bought a Paughco fuel tank, and the overflow outlet is on the right.....but there is no short protruding metal pipe to push a rubber hose over?.. do i have that right?.... so what DO you have there, is it a threaded hole.. can you send me a picture..?

[@RCTUN748]

You almost saved me 50 miles, cheers!

[@anthonyscott16]

These lessons are pure gold! Cheers

[@paulsworld07]

Just picked up the same tank and about to put this video to work!!! YES!!!

[@Moonfleet41]

+Jim Smith Nice one mate, good luck with it!

[@paulsworld07]

+Moonfleet41 Got it all done and it's running tip top. Most everything was exactly as your video explained iwith the exception of the connection to the fuel pump (relocated on the 2015). You definitely made the extraction of the fuel pump look easier than what I accomplished. None the less I'm thrilled that I got this done myself. (Albeit a little bit of direction from you). Thanks brother!

[@Moonfleet41]

+Jim Smith Awesome news Jim, gald you sussed it, and don't it feel amazing to do it yourself...and now you can get home again if you ride more then 25 miles...lol all the best brother, take care.. Del.

[@aj09091970]

Great instructional. I'm looking to buy a bike and was put off the 48 because of the tiny tank. Good to know it's an easy swap.

[@garylam6233]

Reading through the comments,I know I always Wondered where all the 48s We’re ,seems like 90 per cent Of em are commenting on your video ! Wish I had one ,I never could afford it ! To many other responsibilities,that took Priority!! I have a 96 dyna fxdl 1340 evo ! Just had the motor re-worked and Heads . Still sounds great runs strong ! My wife says it reminds her of a birthing table ,every time she rides it !😂😂😂😂

[@Moonfleet41]

Much as the 48 is a very cool bike indeed, I'd say that you have a way cooler bike in that EVO!... you should be very proud Sir... enjoy and ride safe!

[@nycjt6267]

I am so happy i found your channel. thinking of a 883 iron, triumph bonneville, or ducati s2r as my first bike.

[@Moonfleet41]

+NyCJT62 Hi mate, thanks for watching... all those bikes are a good choice, depending on what you're gonna do with them... take care and enjoy your biking !

[@terminatorx2545]

Get a t120 Bonnie

[@paulharast1958]

Awesome,,,,I am going to put a 3.5 gal tank on my 07 Sportster XL883L.....this video is VERY helpful..thanks bro

[@zackadkins4234]

How are you liking the 3.5 gallon?

[@JCole78]

Dang that trick with the rag when putting the tank back on is genius. I wish I would have seen it before I changed out the bars on my 06 1200c a few months ago.

[@Moonfleet41]

jason c Oh dear, i only did it once and chipped a tank...never fit any bike tank without it now...! its ok if its your bike, you can live with it and just accept you made a clumsy mistake....but when its a customers bike, there's nowhere to hide..lol

[@symphonyofpain1880]

fantastic video not just extremely precisely informative but very entertaining and amusing as well. You're a natural presenter and clearly extremely competent mechanic. brilliant brilliant brilliant. I can now tackle my tank swap with confidence after this. :)

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad it was helpful and thank you for your kind words too.

[@jaxarjaxar]

Thank you very much for sharing this video. This is exactly what I wanted to do to my 48 but I did not know how it was going to be, now I know this is what I want to do. Thank you very much!

[@Moonfleet41]

Most welcome Javier, im glad the video can help you out... good luck with yours, and take care.. Del.

[@deanchild9848]

Great to see a Harley back in the house yes very nice '48' but i am old school I like my 2000 sportster with no fuel injection. Carb baby all the way!!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Dean Child Who doesnt prefer carbs.. on ANY bike...lol

[@deanchild9848]

Moonfleet41 very true...currently looking at an S&S Black-Super-E-G-Carburettor looks nice in Black...

[@ivantoxie]

I chose the same tank for my sportster 72. I love that tank so much. I was very lucky to find one on ebay with no dents.

[@dtydwgjay]

What year Iron 883 tank did you use?

[@johnhenderson5357]

i did it thanks to you. Your technique should be on the service manual. Thanks again. you snd the photographer are a great team.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks John, im glad you got it done my friend... take care, and thanks for your kind words.. Del & Penny (camera girl)

[@byronand5]

Really great to have a Harley in the garage! Cool video... I really like these vids where you take things apart, then put them back together. Naturally, it's aggravating to me because you make it look quick, simple and easy, whereas I'd spend a weekend on such a project, then end-up taking it to the dealer to correct my mistakes! :) Lol

[@Moonfleet41]

Byron Anderson Hi Byron, good to hear from you! These little jobs are really never that difficult, if you buy yourself the big, fat, blue service manual from Harley, you'll be surprised how easily they lay it out... ! Then again, you could always pop over and you could be the next guest bike on the bench!! It was great having a Harley back on deck, and I promised myself I will have another Harley some day, so it will happen! This recovery is slow and I just don't wanna tempt fate diving in to a heap of finance for a bike I'll only use on Sundays ... we only missed out on winning the StreetGlide by a cat's whisker, top 5 out of 10,000 and all that, but you never know who's watching!

[@redarrowman]

Great video Del thanks, my 883 has a peanut for a tank, (might as well be) No luck looking for one ready painted matt as yet.

[@tonyjeffery3]

Good to see some HD action Del, quit refreshing. Still love thee Bonnies though. Enjoy the weekend.

[@Moonfleet41]

Tony Jeffery Thanks Tony, yeah, it was a priviledge to work on one again, its got me thinking of a possible project bike for the winter...you never know, we just go with the flow and see what works best.. i think this has been very well recieved and makes a lot of sense, we are well aware of the Harley following we once had, and it would be great to get them back in numbers... certainly seem they are still out there..! thanks for watching sir...

[@cwgillan702]

The peanut tank is one of the great things about the 48!! I can easily get 70-75 miles to a tank... not much better I guess in the grand scheme of things lol nice how to vid as usual anyway Del, keep up the good work... ;-)

[@gerryg4119]

Great vid... was able to swap out the tank. I disagree though that the 4.5 gallon tank would ruin the look of rhe 48. I installed one... looks great! Fat tank matches the fat tires!

[@frankstormfield7646]

Ooooo! Different bike to freshen stuff up! Nice music, nice bike :)

[@Moonfleet41]

Frank Stormfield Thanks Frank....change is as good as a rest aye...!

[@Sirtorment1979]

I have a 48 and would love to upgrade the tank. Thanks for the demo how too. Your Mate needs to upgrade those pegs, and Air filter. Let the girl BREATH! He'll be amazed at how much more the 48 comes alive, with simple mods. Have fun and ride safe.

[@Moonfleet41]

Bill Fuget I think he'll get to all of it in time, but he was hardly gonna upgrade to stage1 until he'd dealt with the tank range, as it was bad enough on standard fueling!

[@TheTransitionsCovers-Originals]

Moonfleet41 The air filter will come for sure! Del is right, had to sort my tank range first. The problem for me with filters (apart from cost as they cost a small fortune plus I will also have to tune or get the V+H fuelpak or tons of other choices) is the huge choice available. I just can't decide which i like best. The ones I like the look of so far are 10% over OEM but if I'm gonna do it i want to increase air flow by 20% + As far as foot pegs the standard 48 ones aint that pretty but i do find them comfortable and they grip my boots good. I wonder how well the metal ones will grip. Dont really like the look of bare trap and jaws style ones. Some use a mixture of metal and rubber which so far I'm prob swaying towards most. To be honest they are not top of my list just because mine are already comfy. Just got rid of all that shit that hung over my back wheel though so looks way cleaner and much more RocknRolla at the back now. :)

[@Sirtorment1979]

The Transitions HD Black diamond pegs/grips and V&H intake/exhaust. I love the grips and pegs, far better then stock in my opinion.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=962026940500530&set=pb.100000797007684.-2207520000.1439099955.&type=3&theater

[@Sirtorment1979]

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[@TheTransitionsCovers-Originals]

Hi mate, those links are not working for me!?

[@SkeggyCruiser]

Nice one Del, nice and simple but the extra range will make one hell of a difference, I can't imagine not being able to get the 135 miles I get out of mine before the reserve light comes on, and I've still got 4.5 litres left before it's empty, RSM8.

[@Moonfleet41]

Skeggy Cruiser Yeah, the 72' and 48' are real hard core street bikes for tooling round town only...

[@spirda7]

Is thatl you get Skeggy Cruiser 135? Only in town i hope. Cuz i get about 200 on the highway.

[@cubancripto]

youre talking about the 4.5 gallon tank correct?

[@RenchRanch]

I love how dam near everyone in the world has a Black & Decker (or some similar brand) of Workmate portable work bench. LOL! I have two! One for motorbikes and one for working on guitar related stuff. Great video. Cheers! Mike

[@Moonfleet41]

Michael Rench A Black & Decker work bench is like a belly button then... everybody's got one! Thanks for watching buddy... take care

[@FLHCSfan68]

Greatly appreciate your channel!!!

[@Cueballproductions1149]

Another great video del liking this guest stars agree with duke more of I say see u Saturday cant come quick enough

[@Moonfleet41]

simon cartwright Too right mate, I don't know too many rock stars, but when I meet when, I'll see if they're free ! ... Safe ride down Saturday mate, see you then!

[@thisandthat1265]

Thanks for posting this video. Everything I needed to know from beginning to end. Very clear .Happy days .

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Paul, glad it helped you, hope you enjoy doing yours!

[@davidmacgregor5193]

Nice Sportster Del, reminds me of a XL1200CB.

[@Moonfleet41]

David MacGregor Yeah, they're practically the same bike apart from the tank...and i guess if you change that...its IS the same bike...lol

[@moorshound3243]

£1000 for a tank bloody hell! Great vid thanks.

[@hdfatboy329]

Great to see a Harley,, lol Nice change out and done very well bother. Nice looking bike. Ride Safe,,,

[@Moonfleet41]

hdfatboy329 Cool, appreciattion from the Harley faithful, what more could a man want?? I miss my Harley a lot and it was great to have one on the bench again, even if just for an evening !

[@TheTransitionsCovers-Originals]

Moonfleet41 lol just say the word and you can have her on your bench again mate. She is a bit of a slag! lol

[@Jackapoo1]

Best videos on the Internet thank you mate👍👍👍👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Steven!

[@MotorcyclerideCyprus]

Love the 48 a beautiful bike! I keep trying to persuade my mate to do this modification on his 72 but hes spent the money on a seat upgrade instead! love the colour of that tank too, awesome!

[@20Radman07]

Great, informative video. Pleasant to listen to. Thanks for this !

[@garylam6233]

Thanks Del A beautiful piece of history there a small fuel tank is really a pain in the -- ! Because you constantly have to be thinking about where you are where you going! Where is the next gas station and wondering if they will be open . Look great but serve no real purpose ,other than looking good ! Great looking tank and great job installing! Thanks Del You D Man 👏👏👏👏

[@Moonfleet41]

You're dead right mate, they're very much a city bike with that tank... who wants 'range anxiety' when you're out with your buds!

[@robertjennings7433]

Excellent professional job!

[@kennethcolbert3845]

Let me thank you so much for all your videos you have put out.I have learn a lot here.Working on my Harley 48 now will be fun when the time calls for it again.I will not pay to have the work done on it any longer.I have all the tools I need for anything.I say if I done have a tool then it's not been made yet.Thanks again for all your help you do for us all.KDC1956

[@Moonfleet41]

+Kenneth Colbert Hi Kenneth, thank you so much for that kind endoursement, we love to hear that riders cna use the videos to learn about their bikes, and doing your own work expands your enjoyment way more then just riding it.. good luck with your own projects, and always feel free to drop us a line if you need any advice.. take care.. Del.

[@richardbale481]

Best upgrade every for a Sporty. I have a 1998 Xl1200, and it seems as if every ride begins and ends with a stop for fuel.

[@Moonfleet41]

Richard Bale I don't think Harley ever intended them to be a distance bike... I guess at least with Harley Davidson, like no other manufacturer, the tanks on practically on all their bikes are interchangeable... try that on a Honda lol!

[@colinthephotographer]

what bike lift are you using, Great Video

[@Moonfleet41]

colinthephotographer It's a full bench lift from Frost.co.uk.... !

[@matteocenturioni5259]

Either that or get a fuel bottle ;) Nice ride.. good to see a 48 in the cave!!!

[@TheTransitionsCovers-Originals]

I may still get the fuel bottle as well as my nice new tank mate. The mileage is still very limited. Only got 75 miles with the new tank until fuel light came on today. Better than 55 but still pretty poor.

[@vicepride2568]

The Transitions hahaha! Definitely a good choice having the tank upgrade ... I use my 48 on a daily basis, goes without saying I know all the petrol stations between work and home !!! :) It's a sweet ride though I like your handlebars too ... is that comfortable to ride or do you have to stop every now and then to get circulation back to your fingertips? (Serious question as I'm considering the purchase)

[@vicepride2568]

The Transitions p.s.: same guy, different login. ;) Matteo

[@vicepride2568]

The Transitions p.s.: same guy, different login. ;) Matteo

[@vicepride2568]

The Transitions p.s.: same guy, different login. ;) Matteo

[@Gus-cg9yp]

That was an interesting video. The tank was small and half of it was occupied by the full pump. Thanks

[@Moonfleet41]

Yeah, daft aye Gus.. i guess thats what they call "form over function"..lol

[@concrete981]

nice job as usual del... carlos, awesome improvement! make sure you lock that machine up. you're gonna get some lookers that would love to add your ride to their collections. but, when you see an older guy with 3 kids in the car and his mouth wide open and tongue hanging out, he would give anything to be you.

[@Moonfleet41]

+BlackCat 56 Thanks buddy.. the 48 looks a lot better with a proper tnak on it..

[@geoffozevans4500]

Just watched you change the tank on your friends 48 Sportster, jeez there's a lot involved. Is there no reserve function on HD tank--really good broadcasts, learning loads of little tips one wouldn't realise otherwise ---great fun 👍👍

[@Moonfleet41]

EFI bikes have a reserve capacity metered by the fuel pump buddy, so when the fuel light comes up on the speedo clock you 'are on reserve', just like in your car !

[@campbellisticide]

thanks for the vid nice details and proper installation. Was going to upgrade to the 4.5 gal tank but, think I am going for the 3.3 tank. Like what you said about keeping the lines of the bobber look.

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing Whitey, the 3.3 is a fine range, you'll still get maybe 120 miles on a standard 883 which is usually enough for a bum break..lol

[@luisv528]

Nice bike and good tunes

[@Moonfleet41]

Luis Valenz Thanks Luis!

[@wakey6465]

Bike looks so much better with the black tank,, good job

[@Moonfleet41]

Wakey Warrior It was purely for the extra 30 miles tank range first...the looks are a bonus... Thank buddy.

[@glasgowharleyrider]

Food for thought , I've a wee peanut on my XLH hugger. Would like more range . Hmmm cheers , good job done there

[@davidgasparetti5876]

You definitely got it man. Your video jumped out the same day I bought a new peanut tank for my 48. Just a question: does white lithium grease work properly as lubricant of that plastic gasket all around the fuel pump?

[@jimmete53]

Great video. Will use the info in the video to fix my fuel guage on my sportster. Just one suggestion on the breather tube you cut and used super glue on. Why didnt you cut the other end of the tube to make it shorter? This way you would keep intact the press fit and not need to use super glue. Regards Jim

[@RobertOrtiz1015]

Great video! I wish them tanks were not 1k! Lol I love my 48 and the looks! But the iron tank is not that far off!

[@labrospapageorgiou8375]

Any idea which handlebar is this ?? its awesome !

[@antbolton5762]

Used this video to swap my tank the other week. Great help, thanks. Don’t suppose you would know why the fuel light is on, even with a full tank and how I might address this issue. Cheers

[@mlj6568]

Félicitation, j'aime le beau et bon travail !!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Merci Jermone, appréciez beaucoup vos mots aimables!

[@sibiar600]

Great video. Awesome music.

[@rodolfobigiarelli5814]

Ottimo video!!! Ma che sella monta?

[@GTsGarage]

Great vid and a very cool looking bike :)

[@BrotherCurt]

Super great video. Very informative! Thanks to you for your good work!

[@Moonfleet41]

Most welcome Curt, glad you enjoy the videos.

[@AudioArcturia]

Do you think this would apply to 48's of the more recent year models? And if so, does it safely transition to US made bikes as well?

[@Moonfleet41]

I guess if you think about it, they're all US made anyway, and im not sure that things like the gas tank are different spec from Home market to Euro market.. but if you want to be sure, then your HD main dealer will know the changes that are current to the 48 model now.. and whether the tank can be swapped... i know they are still a very poor gas range for a 1200cc bike..!

[@AudioArcturia]

@@Moonfleet41 that was my concern, I just worded it poorly. I'll give that a shot! I love the look and feel of the 48, and really wanna buy it soon. But that gas tank is a deal breaker.

[@Moonfleet41]

@@AudioArcturia Yeah, for many people too i think.. why they haven;t managed to overcome it with a small auxiliary tank to increase capacity i dont understand.. if its any consolation, they look great with a regular Sporty tank in place, and then you get 100 miles between fills.. not 48..!!!

[@Mike-ul1xn]

good old fashioned petroleum jelly (vasoline) on the seal works pretty good

[@anndyxu3276]

thanks for you video, and where you bought those tank?

[@Moonfleet41]

Not my bike buddy, I think Karlos bought it online ... sorry

[@andrewc3287]

Now that the old tank is off how do you store it so that the old tank doesn't get rusty from sitting out? Great video by the way.

[@Moonfleet41]

Good question, great way to do is to take out the fuel pump assembly, if you haven't already, so it's empty... pour in a pint of engine oil, seal it up, then roll it all round the inside so it's fully coated, then stick it in the loft in a box... and if you're really worried, maybe roll it round again every few months, and if you come to re-use it in the future, you can rinse it out with petrol till it's clean and ready to use.

[@sirtooby]

Thanx. I have a 7.9 liter tank on my 48. You can use the location of the petrol stations as GPS dots.... Need to have a bigger tank, was looking for a 4.5 from the super low but not shure about the looks of it. Perhaps better to follow the same route, buy a Iron tank. Just a side note: I have a 2014 and tried to find the data port to match the cable I bought. Beware.... the data port has 6 pins from 2014 and forward compared to the old 4 pin connector.

[@chrisphilhower6029]

Hello. Question here. The Grease. Did you use a Silicon based grease? That tube you cut, Might be able to get one with the bubbled end from an Auto Parts store. And cut to length. I know we have short fuel line ends in the Help(Dorman Brand) section. I just bought a 1200 Custom. And thinking about doing some work to it.