FUEL DIAMOND Does it stop Ethanol related Problems and Gasoline going stale?

[@1eyedwilli3]

“ Bloody motorcycles “ as he set in front of one. Love this guy.

[@Shining_Whit]

Hi Sandy, I seem to remember a similar product to this around 2015/16 and it was a scam. When I was in the bike trade we sold Silcolene PRO FST, a fuel system treatment for when you laid up or used a vehicle infrequently. I still use it mainly in the winter months. Seems to work well on my carb fed CB500 and my last XJR13 Atb Pyro

[@WiltshireMan]

You could well be right Pyro, I shall have words with Colin, he swears by them:)

[@abefrohman1759]

I’ve never heard of Fuel diamond before, very interesting.

[@robedmunds7163]

Marine outlets sell more effective solutions, found ethanol sheild to work okay as long as the tank is filled to the brim to get rid of as much air as possible. Age of the horse passed, then steam, internal combustion engines are sure to go the same way. I would not mind an electric bike if it had a proper range, but unfortunately private transport may also go all together..

[@bushlore21]

Good morning Sandy!!☕️ Very interesting video and bit of kit!!👍 Thanks for sharing!! Safe travels!!💪👊

[@johnbaker7626]

I would have thought that by running the engine once a week the vibes would help stop the ethanol and petrol from separating. Unleaded petrol doesn’t store well either, apparently it emulsifies (so I have heard).

[@01cthompson]

Here in the US we can buy ethanol free gasoline in cans for our yard machines (strimmer, mower, snowblower, etc). My small engine mechanic said the ethanol runs too hot for small engines, and does break down faster than straight gasoline. I also use what is called "fogging oil" that you spray directly into the cylinder before prolonged storage.

[@simongilbert2704]

hi from cornwall uk .. we can buy that type of fuel here , made by aspen , its about 20 british pounds so about 2.5 times that of pump fuel..

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Very interesting Sandy. I messed up a perfectly good Honda generator by leaving the fuel in it after a trip. Thanks for bringing back that painful memory 😁👍. Look forward to your trip as we are just back from ours. It’s always nice to return to the house, have a big comfy bed and solid Wi-Fi 😁👍

[@WiltshireMan]

Same here Ken, I have a gen in the garage which won't start now. Bad fuel.... Hope you had a good trips to IOM looks like you did:) I just got back yesterday from a trip to Snowdonia, vid goes up later today

[@iangriffiths9930]

So your coming up to North Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 my neck of the woods, welcome 👍 Looking forward to seeing your new videos.

[@WiltshireMan]

Just got back, we had a lovely time, a beautiful part of the world.Gods country:)

[@johndivit5869]

Good info Sandy - Thanks. Best regards.

[@himydad1499]

Surprised that I am the first one to mention this. But that installation procedure is far above my skill level.

[@WiltshireMan]

It took a lot of thought and headache to work this out I can tell you. I'm worn out now

[@pir869]

I have a 1976 1500 spitfire ,i also have a 1989 Suzuki RM250,and i also have a chain saw,that said it's obvious i need to protect the carbs from oxidisation,the tanks,lines etc. Some years ago i used to buy MX mags british and american,one of the american mags had as usual a letters page,one guy had problems with water getting into his fuel tank via the tank breather pipe. Apparently according to the magazines reply,boat yards and boating stockists can and do sell a chemical that boils off any water that gets into the fuel,be it diesel or petrol,i can't for the life of me remember the full name,ANHYDROUS something or other,i think i still have the mag around,but any boating yard etc should be able to help,along with some stabiliser the E10etc should be fine. You can always do a youtube search on separating the ethanol out of the petrol to get the problem done away with,MPG will be the same as you'll lose volume,but you gain longevity of corroding parts . Also i watched a youtube video of an american guy who showed a GMC or ford etc truck/pickup owners manual from the 50s that gave timing figures plus other notes on types of fuel from low % ethanol to pure ethanol,so the whole thing is not new,i think fuel companies just wanted to cash in on fuel sales.

[@Christophers-Assorted-Stuff]

My experience with E5 in my bike has been enough to put me off. I stopped using the bike for a couple of years. Of course, it failed to start (I kept the battery charged) after a couple of months in the garage. I had to take the carb off and found the tiny jet was blocked and the float bowl had a brown waxy stuff in it. It was ok after I cleaned it out but then, after three weeks not using it the jet was blocked again. This happened once more as well. So far I have started the bike and let it run for a while or done a short trip and it has been ok despite not changing the fuel. I actually filled the tank to the brim before this started and added redex to supposedly stop the fuel going stale. The tank being full to the brim caused the plastic latch in the cap to swell and I thought the key would snap as I tried to get it off. It took a while to discover that the plastic bits had swollen up I ended up having to shave the plastic away till I could get it to fit. Also I forgot to mention, the plastic fuel pipe had split as well so I put that down to the ethanol. The bike is a Gilera ST200 (Piaggio 4 stroke). It has done just about 9000 miles since new in 2009. Every time the carb is taken off I loose coolant as I have to disconnect the pipes that heat the carb. So I will definitely steer clear of E10 and just get ripped off for Shell Premium at £1.65 in my local petrol station. Now that goes for my car too.

[@WiltshireMan]

Thats a shame, I reckon we are in for big headaches with this ethanol

[@john3Lee]

Its a scam Sandy... A few years ago, there was company selling magnets to go in the fuel lines to improve MPG.... It didn't work !! I feel this is the same sort of thing... If it was that good, why don't the manufactures supply a similar product... There seems to be no science to explain how this works.... Take care on your adventures... G1 DJT

[@Amos1965]

Many thanks Sandy, I'll look into these and ask many questions. I can't say my bike has had any issues with E5 and standing idle for 3 or 4 months as it always fires up first time and runs smooth. I have tried this E10 garbage and the big V4 didn't like it at all, the engine didn't run as it should and mileage drop was very noticeable, so that tank full was the first and last tank full. I now only use premium E5 and the engine is happy again, a little costly but biking / motorcycling is a hobby and so for me fuel costs I don't really care about. But yeah, I'll surely look into this little gadget and thanks for the heads up 👍🏻. Will look forward to your new upload from Wales, and wishing you and the family all the very best.

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Dave, I've just got back from Snowdonia on the Himalayan and with the fuel diamond in the tank, the bike ran well with no trouble but as to wether the diamond works remains to be seen

[@Amos1965]

Wiltshire Man, no worries Sandy as I knew you where away, hope you had a great time and looking forward to footage of the trip and camp 👍🏻

[@WestSussexBiker]

Leaving any bike/car layed up for the winter months with fuel in the tank is a no-no. It needs to be fully drained otherwise the fuel will contaminate the fuel system. I learned the had way

[@anidiotonboard6539]

Very informative as usual Sandy :) Be great to see your results.

[@WHuds01]

Interesting Installation LOL You took the words rounabout and swings straight out off my mouth. I would't be surprised if petrol and diesel vehicle sales soar a couple years before phase out. Will see how you get on. I'll be watching your feedback on the journey for fuel consumption and thoughts etc

[@oldprentonian7767]

Urrrhh, lots of people are stressing about this. I'm a classic mini owner which is 'sensitive' to this issue. If people are really that worried in the E10 change, simply wash the ethanol out of the petrol with water. This will remove some of the other additives that aid cold start, so you will have to put an additive back in the fuel once you've washed it. or just use Super unleaded, that's staying at E5 until 2025. (in the UK)

[@hartley383]

I suppose if it doesnt work at least the extra weight in the tank wil help keep the front wheel on the ground when you twist the grip and give the Himi full beans. ;-)

[@WiltshireMan]

I've pulled a wheelie on the bike once when it went over a bump

[@neanderthaloutdoors9202]

Sounds like a possible solution Sandy. When they fazed out 4* to unleaded myself and a lot of biker mates cut a bit of roofing lead and dropped that in our tank's, after a short while we all agreed our old thumpers definitely run better.

[@WiltshireMan]

It could work Paul but it could be psychosomatic

[@neanderthaloutdoors9202]

@@WiltshireMan It seemed to work, we were all riders of older model in line 4's, mine was an old GS 1000G, definitely made a slight difference on performance.

[@thra5herxb12s]

😂😂😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@DDan61]

Nice video, but for me, I sometimes fart because I coughed - go figure. Stay safe and healthy my friend and have a safe ride!

[@WiltshireMan]

Haaha, don't overdo it Dan:)

[@NotNowCato1254]

Dare I say that might be an age thing, Dan? That's my excuse anyway 😂

[@DDan61]

@@NotNowCato1254 - Yep, I would agree and you can bet I use that "it's an age thing" when I can 🍻

[@NeathVideos]

Why not make them so they connect by cable to the petrol cap,then you can inspect it:and or remove - As for your impression of the bike,is this going to be mike Yarwood style 😉. Enjoy your trip,and can’t wait for the video

[@darrensmith6999]

I work for a VW Dealer and we had a hell of a problem a while back with this type of Bio Diesel, left in the tank it separated out over time and started to grow a type of fungus is the only way i can describe it . This blocked filters and damaged fuel lines etc costing thousands of pounds.

[@WiltshireMan]

Apparently it's called "Diesel bug"

[@danielgornall5643]

Thank Sandy will pop one in my 32 year old patrol camper

[@WiltshireMan]

Can't guarantee it will work but does give one a feel good factor

[@stevetaylor8698]

I have found that E10 fuel gives the same mpg as E5 in my motorcycles (VStrom 650 and gl1500). Though I do have huge reservations about the effect it will have on the bike with carbs over the winter, and I will be seeking out E5 to leave in the tank over winter.

[@donaldgilchrist795]

Petrol has had a limited shelf life for a while now, so just empty the tank and stick the petrol in the winter bike. Been doing this for a few years now and have not had a problem with gone off petrol.

[@campfire52]

I guess the Fuel Diamond is worth a try. Does it eventually dissolve inside your tank or is there a chunk of material floating (or sinking) around in the tank forever? I might be a little concerned about it interfering with the fuel pick up tube or the fuel gauge sensor. I guess that it is not supposed to though. Thanks for the info on this Sandy, I am anxious to see your next video of your next trip to Wales. Take care my good friend and happy travels to you and ol' Chug.

[@thra5herxb12s]

Nothing happens, it's just a lump of re melted roofing lead 😂

[@thra5herxb12s]

No it doesn't dissolve or degrade in any way. It does absolutely nothing except sit there. The refineries already ad the optimum amopunt of additives.

[@jonathandeeley6276]

Looking forward to your North Wales trip Sandy and your 10,000 mile review of the Himi.👍

[@WiltshireMan]

Coming soon! got back yesterday:)

[@edwardhughes352]

I might investigate the fuel diamond

[@WiltshireMan]

Investigate by all means, it may work or it may just be a scam. It certainly is a placebo for my mind :)

[@MrHazyt]

Looking forward to your next adventure videos!

[@jeetts59]

Ethenol is not added to our petrol, however, its available in zome states as cheaper fuel. Looking forward to your new video

[@alexwade9921]

I reckon it’s hocus pocus. The ethanol will still be very hydroscopic, attract moisture and separate. The ethanol will still attack certain seals and hoses. I think the best solution is that before any period of lay up for the bike you fill up with Esso supreme + 99, which apparently, in most of England (although, not Scotland, Wales or parts of Cornwall) is completely ethanol free. It has to be labelled as E5 by law, but that means up to 5% ethanol and within those geographic parameters Supreme+ 99 has zero. All ordinary unleaded petrol deteriorates fairly quickly in octane. It’s past it’s best after three months. The best fuel of all for a low mileage bike (or lawnmower, generator etc.) is alkalyte petrol. It has a shelf life of three to five years. It costs £20 for 5 litres, so too expensive to do any real mileage on, but it might not be out of the question for one pre-winter fill per year. The product sold in the UK is Aspen. It’s available from garden machinery shops.

[@bikeman123]

When manufacturers don't explain how something works you know you're being ripped off. I certainly wouldn't put this in my classic.

[@GOBBYBOY333]

Sandy, great video, I loved your passing comment about farts, who doesn't like a fart joke. I'm really looking forward to the NW trip, a forerunner of the big one next year which will be epic. ATB Big Dave Scotland

[@TurboTimsWorld]

Some Diesel fuel info to add if you don't mind Sandy, When I worked at Austen Trading at Chricklade we had a company van and a staff car that had fuel sludge build up in the diesel tank, both only ever used fuel from the on site tank and we suggested that, the tank was checked and was OK. However after I moved moved to Devon during lockdown at the garage I work for now we had a Volvo diesel stop with the same sludge in the tank, we clean the tank out twice before finding out its called Diesel Bug and is a bacteria that grows in low grade diesel. There is an additive that is used in heating oil tanks that can be added to vehicles, So from my experience low grade bio fuels will kill the combustion engine. "Diesel Bug"

[@WiltshireMan]

Yes it's amazing where bacteria will grow, thanks Tim

[@peterwrench4416]

We still have a choice in Aus of 91,95 or 98 octane ethanol free fuel. I know of nobody who puts that E10 in their vehicle. I had to sell my 72 Norton on account of unleaded fuel problems, it only ran properly on 98 octane. Getting genuine 98 was hit and miss unfortunately and the bike would need constant tuning, sometimes with each tank of fuel!

[@stuartv-e8161]

Hope you have a good trip to Wales... interesting to see what you think the fuel dimond will do fingers crossed hay! But my thought is if the fuel dimond worked all car and motorcycle manufacturers would have added them to their vehicles..just a thought... Keep well and safe. Bye Stuart 😊

[@WiltshireMan]

Your probably right Stuart, or do they want the cars to break down? Keeps them busy!

[@kevin-roussos]

I often run the bike once a week till it hits the right temperature. When it's in storage. But that's running on E5 not sure on E10 no doubt I soon find out.

[@marcuskiritsis2076]

An interesting vid sandy but I was deffo not convinced putting a lump of metal in your fuel tank will do anything good. Never heard of these so I’m guessing it’s just a gimmick. Safe journey on your trip and hope it’s not too cold 👍♥️😊

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Marcus, Yes you could be right but nothing ventured nothing gained... I was busy this PM I'll give you a call in the morning, I'm busy again tomorrow though!!

[@peterihoy4908]

There was something similar, metal balls in a tube, that was suppose to cure the problem of using unleaded fuel in older engines with "soft" valve seats.

[@angusrodger6407]

Yup l used that in my Mini 40 years ago it was a con !

[@WiltshireMan]

@@angusrodger6407 Haa, I reckon this could be a con too

[@bikeman123]

They had these in the 80s for unleaded petrol. After a while users discovered that their valve seals continued to wear. They don't work.

[@MadDogSurvival]

Would be great to have some feedback from how you get on with that Sandy, interesting gadget, let’s hope it doesn’t interfere with the fuel delivery! Yep this whole green thing is just another elites power grab agenda that factually makes no sense whatsoever other than the rich getting richer again! Thanks for sharing this with us i had never heard of it. Might be worth trying in my twenty year old 4.3 v8 Mercedes ml ? Take care my friend and looking forward to seeing your next adventure 👍🏽👍🏽😎

[@cbjgdicad1]

Do you know the strap at the back of the arma s jacket hooks onto the plastic loop at the front right with velcro? it's designed to keep the jacket in place and improve the waterproofing... I wore the jacket for a year until somebody told me what it was for

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks I'll look into that

[@dungbeetle.]

"Bloody motorcycles!" lol 😄

[@bobpreston1347]

Interesting, but as far as I am aware, ESSO 98 octane is ethanol free. So until they faze that out, I'll stick to that. The Fuel Diamond seems a bit unknown at present.

[@grahamtanner559]

Look up KZbin the work shop he looked at these and they don’t do a thing.

[@Brian0059]

V power £1.58 a litre = £7 a gallon , think we will get priced off the road before nine years are up , good video cheers 🍻

[@WiltshireMan]

Yes Brian it is getting costly now, atleast I can get over 85MPG out of Chug

[@mischef18]

Only time will tell I guess with this fuel thing bro. The smell normally gives it away weather you cover it up or not. Safe travels up your way

[@dtr125]

It's several months since you put this in your fuel tank now. Would you say it made a difference?

[@WiltshireMan]

Impossible to tell but the bike is running just fine

[@denisripley8699]

Best solution is to keep tank topped up.. less air (moisture) for the ethanol to absorb.

[@HobsNobs]

Yes E10 does not do as much damage a E85 but after watching this video I did not know E10 goes off after 9 months so I guess I will have to rotate fuel jerry can in the boot. I also put in the super stuff at Sainsbury once a month. kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6e2kHdqlNF5a7c full ethanol tests here

[@phyllismulkey3778]

dont think we have that here in the states. if so i havent heard of it. have a safe trip

[@patrickshaw7983]

Interesting but I'm sceptical You know the one, " if it seems too good to be true then it probably is!" Personally I run my car on "supreme 99 octane" petrol, which although labelled E5, in some parts of the country, mine included, it is ethanol free.

[@jag1970s]

Thanks for raising this issue. Apparently, when E10 was introduced in Germany, the green lobby were very cynical about it, not only complaining about lower MPG but also about the use of land to grow big monocrops of biofuel. So this certainly isn’t going to be enough to save the planet and may age your vehicle and cause other problems. Until electric bikes become a little cheaper, I will still be needing a fossil fuel one... According to the Esso website, their ‘synergy 99’ unleaded (the alternative to E10) actually contains zero % ethanol in most parts of the uk (2-3% in a few more remote places) despite being labelled as E5. It is more expensive, although you are very likely to get more MPG. I think I will use it over winter or other periods when I’m using the bike a little less. Keep up the good work - I’m a big fan of this channel. J

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Jag, I have been using the more expensive fuel in both my bikes and only use e10 when I can't get nothing else

[@raymondmajer8748]

Hi Wiltshire man, I hope you are well. I have just purchased a Euro five Himalayan and I would like to purchase a pair of additional fuel containers as shown on your bike. Can you tell me where you got them from please. Thanks in advance.

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Raymond, I got these from Hitchcocks but they are not cheap. With these side cans I have around 300 miles range easily

[@raymondmajer8748]

@@WiltshireMan Thanks very much for the information and I hope you have many miles of enjoyable riding on your Himalayan and the mighty Strom. Take care.

[@A.J.Lawson]

Excellent Sandy. Seems like Snake oil to me but willing to be convinved otherwise. ATB James

[@WiltshireMan]

Snake oil is the stuff James. It can be refined to make E10 petrol so I am told:)

[@jimmymac9388]

Just a thought.Swooshing your fuel tank around every now and again (straddling the bike and moving it from left to right) would it help the separation/detoriation process.

[@WiltshireMan]

I've no idea JM, maybe

[@jonathanmellish4439]

2030 for pure petrol and diesel cars and 2035 for hybrid vehicles. I thought it was 2035 for bikes as well ? The diamond is of interest even though I have a plastic tank on my Triumph.

[@stevendavies8496]

Just found your Chanel have just subscriber,,think you have just the information I have been looking for ,have a nice trip in the north,,but every one knows south Wales is better ,lol

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks and welcome to my channel Steven. The fuel diamond could be a gimmick, anyway it's in my tank now

[@010Tracer]

Sorry Sandy did not have time to elaberate on my comment the other day......in pipeline and storage operation heavy products such as bio DERV are used to push petrol and other lighter products along the multi fuel pipeline leaving traces of FAME in the lines that ends up in the petrol food chain and into your bike .....

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Mike, yes I have often wondered how they got the fuel along those big pipe lines, we have a pipeline just north of Swindon. Thanks for the explanation

[@larry3363]

commenting on the woods walker stove. have not used that stove. i use a bottle propane stove and found you feel safer if you always carry a battery operated carbon monoxide detector. be safe, enjoy all the videoes

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Larry and also don't forget to "Shut that door" to keep the draughts out

[@mrgrizzlyrides]

What happens to that piece of metal in your tank in 5 yrs time? Gotta agree, not long left for us motorcyclists to enjoy the freedom of riding. You can kiss goodbye to classic vehicles too.

[@WiltshireMan]

I've no idea what will happen to the metal, if it works then in time it should just disappear

[@copper6600]

Hy Sandy,yes you could say a Ave Maria everytime you fill your tank i think it's just as much HaHa.I have a BMW 650 and a Jeep and i always fill up with 100 octane fuel, hier in Austria we have V Power bei Shell and Maxxon bei ÖMV Petrolstations these fuels don't have any Ethanol mixt in.I know that these are a bit more expensive but they protect your engine better than the normal fuels.Thanks for the nice video and i am looking forward to seeing more.

[@WiltshireMan]

Not so easy to get that fuel over here in the UK now. The closest is 95 where I live

[@NotNowCato1254]

And the Shell V-Power sold in the UK is also E5 😒

[@copper6600]

Sorry to read that,so you'll just have to hope Sandy.@@WiltshireMan

[@BeercanBushcraft]

I shall be roaring past your house on Saturday :-) I always give you a thought as I do. Is E10 a plot to get rid of old vehicles in time for 'Net Zero'? Looking forward to seeing your 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 trip, all the very best to you and yours 👍 👍 👍 🍻

[@WiltshireMan]

It is heading that way. Poor old Chug is doomed in the longer term so better enjoy some adventures on it now whilst I can:)

[@dieselbushcraft1299]

Oh excellent Sandy, brilliant joke about the fart and cough. Best 73’s and enjoy your travels.

[@traildogmegllangollen6286]

Where you heading to up north wales? I could give you some good recommendations

[@WiltshireMan]

Snowdonia in general, can't be too specific as where I shall be staying the owner wants it kept secret

[@traildogmegllangollen6286]

@@WiltshireMan yeah I understand, I’m in Llangollen so not far, if you want recommendations or I could show you some hidden gems for future reference, let me know👍

[@thimbur3543]

Has your mate Dave tried Ethanolmate, "designed as a corrosion inhibitor, fuel stability improver and biocide" and "tested by The Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs and received its full endorsement". £12.90 for 250 ml on the site I found which will treat 250 litres of petrol. So plenty for all his bikes.

[@WiltshireMan]

That sounds interesting

[@per-ake]

I wonder how long it takes the ethanol to separate from the petrol? Maybe siphon off the ethanol and use it in an alcohol stove. 🤔🤔

[@marktownsend9333]

I put super in mine and my mower 😉👍

[@willhas8416]

I’ve been using E5 fuel for many years including your self as an unleaded fuel from the for fuel stations, the Americans have been using E10 for years I’ve heard about these fuel additives have been around for years, there are many to look at good example STP, unleaded additives, has this been proven. My family all live in the states and they say all their fuel is E10 🤔🤔😓

[@mattroberts9426]

Been using a spitfire fuel cat for 15 yrs in a 78 bonnie never have a problem

[@maskedavenger2578]

I have an open mind regards this Diamond stuff if it works all well & good .One thing that might present a problem is if the Diamond pack gets jammed in fuel level float mechanisms or interferes with fuel pumps inside modern motorcycle fuel tanks .I could be wrong but just a thought .Will be interesting to see how the experiment works ,have a good trip into Wales 👍

[@WiltshireMan]

I doubt it will effect anything as it lies right in the bottom of the tank out of the way. If it causes issues its tank of and I'll shake it out

[@maskedavenger2578]

@@WiltshireManYes you can always get it out if it gives probs .It’s just me maybe being over cautious & over analysing things, hopefully it will turn out fine & slow down the ravages on our fuel systems 👍

[@iangriffiths9930]

It’s really strange seeing someone else over analysing everything like me 🙂 it’s sometimes hard to live with.

[@maskedavenger2578]

@@iangriffiths9930 Sometimes ignorance can be bliss the less you know the less to stress you out .The more you know the more problems you know that can happen if things go wrong .

[@foxglove8836]

You did make me laugh :-) Never heard of `Fuel Diamond before. We will see.

[@ed.barker7069]

I have some magic beans you might be interested in buying. For you I can do a very special price.

[@WiltshireMan]

I'll grind them up Ed and make coffee

[@barryconway]

"fart to cover up a cough" - LOL! Now then, Mr. Wiltshire, I think that perhaps previous "politically motivated" opinions haven't necessarily been well-received on your channel, but I have to say (as a "classic motorcycle owner") that the writing on the wall is clear, as far as I can see. All manner of measures over the recent past *seem* to point towards motorcycles and cars being "not wanted on journey". Can't say that I don't see the big picture, and freely admit to perhaps being selfish, but my motorcycle feels more and more like my last bit of freedom, and that freedom (like 'Wild Camping'?) does seem to be in the cross-hairs. No need to respond - these opinions are purely mine own, and I'm often wrong. Well, most of the time, really. Noticed the price of E5 lately? Or is it all fuel? Enjoy your trip, W.M. Look forward to that Himalayan "long term review", too.

[@WiltshireMan]

Yes Barry I have put my foot in it on a few occasions but for sure the internal combustion engine is for the chop. The future is electric it appears and from what little research I have done that appears to have a carbon footprint too. One very green solution is to keep the internal combustion engine and fuel it with hydrogen. The exhaust gas would be steam. The only problem is somewhere along the line something has to give because the production of hydrogen requires energy too.....Lets go back to the dark ages, looks like thats where we are headed, most of us anyway. No doubt the super wealthy will still have their jet planes

[@mrgrizzlyrides]

You are not alone Barry, I think exactly the same.

[@hendrikarqitekt6286]

Just bought a couple.

[@Andyb2379]

Get an electric ⚡️ motorbike. 😉 😂 I remember in my time as an aircraft refueller, we had this problem if a plane was sat for sometime. The cure was we stirred the tanks to stop any separation of the fuel & just water checked it.

[@mikespencer8879]

Thats why my Wife and I are getting out of this Country, send you an invite when we get there.

[@WiltshireMan]

It's going to pot, or atleast it seems it sometimes

[@frankiepitt9135]

I don’t think you’ll be missed.

[@mikehurley5052]

Out here in the Balkans i dont think we have that fuel, just normal unleaded. I would be more concerned about the guv plans regarding any modifications to bikes/cars being outlawed.

[@WiltshireMan]

It's a bit unsettling what they are planning, maybe it's for our own good, but I do think the writing is on the wall for the internal combustion engine

[@thra5herxb12s]

You had this bike for 2 years before dropping in the fuel diamond, and I'm assuming you experienced none of the issues you describe during 2 years of ethanol based fuel, so you didn't really need it. Nothing in the description has happened to either of my bikes or the bikes of my riding buddies, or even my military vehicles that get used infrequently, and it takes a whole year in an open container for fuel to go stale and uncombustible. These re melted bits of roofing lead have been tested countless times and they are all the same as each other except the claims get wilder as the price increases. The wildest claim is that the RAF put them in pool petrol during WW2, that's all pure rubbish the RAF used 100/130 octane fuel shipped in from the USA.

[@WiltshireMan]

It's probably a load of twaddle to be honest but my mate Colin swears by it. Over the last 2 years the bike has been regularly run so the ethanol fuel has always been fresh

[@BrianthatiscalledBrian]

If it doesn't work, at least you'll know when you need petrol, as it will rattle around in the tank. 👍🙂😇

[@WiltshireMan]

I hope not, I hate rattles and the bike rattles enough anyway:)

[@kimhicks8443]

I did not know that lead dissolved in petrol.

[@WiltshireMan]

I doubt it does somehow

[@adelarsen9776]

1) A fool and their money are soon parted. 2) To store any engine drain the tank and run the engine out of fuel. Seal all the holes. I learned this when I was 6. 3) When that stupid device blocks the tank pick-up on the highway and you need berries you'll be sorry. Dangerous. And when the numerous chemicals in fuel break that stupid thing down into sludge you'll be sorry too. 4) Air and moisture are the enemies of fuel. Either use the engine regularly or keep the tank completely full. Facts for the dopey people who read this far : Regular Unleaded fuel lasts 6 months when there is no oxygen (air) present. Diesel fuel lasts 12 months when all air is excluded. Get the fuckin' thing out of your tank.

[@WiltshireMan]

Now now Ade....You could be right:)

[@adelarsen9776]

@@WiltshireMan I'll be polite next time :-)

[@mikeymike3240]

Very funny 😆

[@leetshots]

you have to wonder if the reason behind ethanol is the environment or just to make petrol unstorable.

[@WiltshireMan]

I'm not sure what the real purpose of ethanol is, they say it makes emissions cleaner, but now we need to put more fuel in the tank to do the same distance. I think ethanol sucks

[@Dazsvintagestuff]

Hi Sandy I'm amazed the bloke selling those fuel diamonds has not been prosecuted for Fraud he used to market them as broquet fuel catalyst they are complete snake oil don't waist your money.

[@WiltshireMan]

I've possibly been conned.....But but oh well whats done is done

[@paulr7496]

It's a scam. Like tank chip. Underwritten at Lloyds? My arse.

[@hendrikarqitekt6286]

Damn stupid greens, ethanol is bad for your motor engine. Bloody motorcyles, great 😊. Thx Sandy.

[@donweaver1600]

Think it's a con and don't fancy a lump of metal sat in my tank rubbing the side

[@motophoenix5951]

Snake oil!

[@jimmymac9388]

I passed this on to my mates and I am getting slaughtered for it. Concensus of opinion. Snake oil.

[@WiltshireMan]

That seems to be the overall impression

[@cliffordwells2793]

Just use E5...

[@martinkavanagh9641]

Hey-Up Sandy mate .. I've got a SPECIAL OFFER only for Fuel Diamond customers - it's a secret ingredient developed by scientists to make meatless burgers & sausages taste like 1st grade aged ribeye steak. - Just send me 45 pounds for a years supply all the way from New Zealand for a big family 🤣🤣.

[@andyb.5268]

There's nothing you can put into a tank that will stop ethanol attracting more water, over winter brim your tank to reduce the airspace, save your money.

[@WiltshireMan]

I think brimming the tank is a good thing also

[@sarkybugger5009]

It's a scam, Sandy. The Hotmail address should have been a red flag, without the "Military" BS, and the A4 leaflet. Diesel doesn't have ethanol added, and lasts for years if you keep water out of it. All modern engines run fine on E10. If you're worried about laying it up for the winter, drain the tank, and run it dry. Sorry you fell for the hype, and the FUD that's been floating around.. All the best.

[@Tim9999999991]

THIS Look up Tank.Chip. its the same thing just under a different name. Its snake oil. E10 is fine in a injected himalayan.

[@WiltshireMan]

Maybe I should brought some pure snake oil instead:)

[@sarkybugger5009]

@@WiltshireMan Won't someone please think of the snakes. ;o)

[@81craw]

I agree , what a lot of nonsense. I’ve not seen the slightest change in my fuel economy or how my engine runs since the change. I have worked in an industry that makes ethanol for almost ten years , I see what is does and what it DOESNT do to rubbers , metals , ptfe , viton and bla bla bla , I have no worries that it will cause any damage to my motorcycle .

[@simonbirt6121]

Snake oil anyone?

[@JohnSmith-uu3gg]

Ecoterrorism it is called. A global Gretinism.

[@010Tracer]

SORRY SANDY WASTED YOUR MONEY the real culprit is FAME ....GOOGLE can explain better than me...

[@WiltshireMan]

You'll have to be a little more specific Mike, FAME has a few meanings it would seem

[@010Tracer]

@@WiltshireMan Fatty Acid Methyl Ester)

[@chrisc6235]

p.m.s.l