Sportster Gas Tank 101 - Gas Tanks, Petcocks, Gas Caps and What Fits 1986-2003 Harley Sportsters

[@rjorlando2142]

Great explanation of your available options

[@garycb8592]

Always good info..Thanks for posting.

[@ianloyd6384]

That was very informative.. esp regarding the NPT threading (and why you should Not over-tighten then back it off). Thanks guys!

[@HighCountryHughesie]

Thanks and well done on the Corona virus shutdown. I am using your video to teach my Business Management kids down here in Australia. Great business model. Peter Hughes

[@tradertom4843]

Y’all need to make stuff for older bikes. There’s lots of folks that need parts for the older stuff

[@Theophilus1968]

So what options are there for 2004 later "rubber mounted" Sporties? Great vid thanks.

[@lowbrowcustoms]

04-06 are the bastard years, first years of rubber mount and last years of carbs... There are only a handful of custom tanks out there for that year range. We currently only have one in that year range that is bolt on directly - www.lowbrowcustoms.com/collections/motorcycle-gas-tanks/products/drag-specialties-diamond-pattern-gas-tank-2004-2006-sportster-xl-models Now mind you a lot of these other tanks can work with your bike but will take some fabrication to mount correctly and reconfigure how to mount your seat.

[@lowbrowcustoms]

Other options for 2007 and later Sportsters (EFI models) is this Frisco Mount Sportster Gas Tank that bolts on to 2007 and later bikes: www.lowbrowcustoms.com/collections/motorcycle-gas-tanks/products/cycle-standard-frisco-mount-07-up-efi-sportster-gas-tank-standard-width-2-5-gallon The Blackbird Legacy Gas Tank for 2007-up Sportsters: www.lowbrowcustoms.com/collections/motorcycle-gas-tanks/products/cycle-standard-blackbird-legacy-gas-tank-for-2007-and-up-efi-sportster-models Cole Foster Gas Tank for 2007-up Harley Sportsters: www.lowbrowcustoms.com/collections/motorcycle-gas-tanks/products/cole-foster-harley-davidson-sportster-gas-tank-2007-up

[@Theophilus1968]

@@lowbrowcustoms, thank you. 2007 or newer!

[@bernhard8540]

I like the large capacity tanks like the 4.5 axed tank and idk why nobody likes the offset cap these days but im still a huge fan of the offset fill cap on the right too corner of the axed rank. They are just getting hard to find with the tabs that fit the 90s sportster but 4.5 gallons really is nice to have for long runs. I dont need to full up nearly as much as buddied with the normal smaller sportster tanks. Mine actually came off a different harley and it has a bayonet cap ( but i just ordered a weld in bung to make it screw in ) but i cant remember what one haha i got it back in 2007 haha 😊🤘

[@greengiant5189]

Thanks for all the tips guys

[@papabox04]

When are the mounting brackets going to be back in stock?

[@petejohnson6921]

Very clear and informative

[@chuckh5031]

Thanks , very well done and informative video. Answered a few questions for me.

[@ericweber1969]

Cool video! Thanks for explaining that you actually make your own tanks, I didn't know that. Lots of cool options, I'm digging that flat bottom tank, looks sweet!

[@RTU18]

Can you guys do a video on painting your tanks

[@mickey-eq5vw]

theres an awesome channel for custom tank n fender painting for begginners unless lowbrow is selling tank paint i doubt they'll do a video, nice guys but its still a business

[@MichaelLopez-fp8en]

My wife was seating near me and thought Will Ferrel was doing an infomercial for motorcycles. On a serious not thank you for the video I’ll be ordering my tank ASAP for my 93 sporty XL

[@crewgadjy]

As you do standard narrow ans extra narrow have you thought of doing a wider Sportster Tank? Would go well with fat wheeled bikes especially customs with really wide wheels.

[@lowbrowcustoms]

crewgadjy we have king Sportster tanks 3.5 gallons

[@crewgadjy]

lowbrowcustoms when I say wider I mean two or three inches wider.

[@lowbrowcustoms]

@@crewgadjy that would require special fabrication on your own to create something any larger. We don't find many requests for this type of style anymore.

[@joseornelas6383]

Hello what part number is the tank on the 3 minute marker, the frisco tank thanks and keep up the great work.

[@dalebee59]

Great video Tyler love you channel

[@SAXONWARLORD1000AD]

LOVE THIS CHANNEL - GREAT INFO - THANKS

[@mrdrivebytrucker]

I have an 05 Sportster . I never see anything custom for that year. Can I use a frame adapter and a Frisco tank to get the clean look I’m going for? Thank you

[@lowbrowcustoms]

Your year range is 04-up. it's a rubber mounted tank and there are limited options we do have a few on our website. www.lowbrowcustoms.com/collections/motorcycle-gas-tanks?gf_22564=Motorcycle+Specific_Harley-Davidson+Sportster

[@joshcarr1107]

Thank you for all these videos, and info you share. I hope the rona clears up soon so DeWine can open the state. I looks forward to coming to your shop this year.

[@cjsmith]

Awesome Video and explanation 😎⚡️👌

[@nikcoker418]

What do I do with the vacume hose

[@justinturner4850]

Any options for fuel injected sportsters? I have a 2019 fortyeight and a 2008 custom.

[@lowbrowcustoms]

we have a few. also we sell a weld in EFI plate that you can make most takes fuel injected.

[@justinturner4850]

@@lowbrowcustoms right on I’ll check em out!

[@adamwhite207]

Great videos! When installing a vacuum type petcock do you need to apply any type of pipe dope or thread sealer to the threads?

[@mrdrivebytrucker]

I have the same question, but it looks like they didn’t respond. I want to find a way to mount a Frisco style tank on my 05

[@luisyvital]

Wait. Do you ride on reserve then switch to on. Or do you ride on on the switch to reserve when you need it. Newbie here just want to be sure

[@aimen_a]

U ride on “On” position and only switch to reserve if you are running low on gas so your engine wouldn’t shut off. Make it a habit to head to the nearest gas station when u r on “reserve” position as their will be no back up to that unless u have a bottle of gas laying around.

[@lowbrowcustoms]

Sorry ya Tyler misspoke here and got the two mixed up. You want to ride with ON position and then when you are running out switch to reserve. He does these videos off the cuff and sometimes mistakes happen! sorry about that! We made an editor note in the description calling it out too!

[@phillipredhorse5180]

Great Tanks Tyler , But WHAT is the capacity of each ?????? 3.1 gal. , 6 gal.... WHAT ??

[@lowbrowcustoms]

most tanks we carry range from 1.9-2.5 gallons. Chopper tanks. there are a few that have a little more. you can find all fuel capacities on the website under each tanks additional information tab. :) www.lowbrowcustoms.com/collections/motorcycle-gas-tanks

[@countingsheeple2428]

Do you have to use a vented gas cap for the first peanut tank?

[@RatsnRods]

Do your guys' brackets work with the cycle standard tanks you carry?

[@thedude5-6]

Any way to make a fat bob tank with the dash fit a 91 883?

[@Iron_Hooligan]

Do these tanks come sealed? Just curious just getting into bikes

[@georgeknox]

Planing a long ride looking to upgrade to a larger tank. Any suggestions? I have a 1998 XLX 3.2 gal currently. I appreciate you folks.

[@lowbrowcustoms]

largest tank we have is a 3.5 gallon sportster tank, not much better then your 3.2. grab some reserve bottles and strap them to your bags! Tank - www.lowbrowcustoms.com/collections/motorcycle-gas-tanks/products/cycle-standard-blackbird-legacy-gas-tank-for-1983-2003-sportster-models Reserve bottles - www.lowbrowcustoms.com/collections/motorcycle-gas-tank-accessories/brand_lowbrow-customs

[@noemihuerta7284]

Thank you for that very informative video. I do have a question? I currently own a 2000 HD 1200 sportster with the stock tank and I would like to upgrade to a bigger wider tank so I can do longer rides. I am not sure what other tanks if any are compatible with my bike or do I need to go custom made? Thank you for taking the time to read and respond to my comment. I hope all is well at your end of the world. Look forward to hearing from you

[@lowbrowcustoms]

This is a 3.5 galling tank, www.lowbrowcustoms.com/products/drag-specialties-rubber-mount-quickbob-gas-tank-1986-03-harley-davidson-sportster and this is a 3.5 gallon tank, www.lowbrowcustoms.com/collections/motorcycle-gas-tanks/products/cycle-standard-blackbird-legacy-gas-tank-for-1982-2003-sportster-models These are the biggest we sell for that year range. hope it helps

[@expendable4h002]

Do you guys have any 4.5 Gallon gas tanks for 2020 Iron 1200?

[@countingsheeple2428]

What is that little gold tab on the left at 1:14 ?

[@AyBeeSeeS]

Nice! I’ve been sitting on a tank I ordered from you guys a couple months ago. I thinks it’s time to mount. Do you recommend a tank sealer or am I good to go without?

[@lowbrowcustoms]

I never run tank sealer... I don't think it is needed, as long as your tank doesn't leak! All of our tanks are pressure tested, BUT it is recommended to pressure test your tank before painting just to be sure. A small pinhole in a weld can lead to paint bubbling from gas vapor making it's way out. Better to be safe than sorry! Also, we DO sell Caswell gas tank sealer which people rave about, so it is personal preference to seal or not seal.

[@AyBeeSeeS]

lowbrowcustoms sounds good! I’ll mount up this week. Thanks for the info!

[@crspcritter]

😎👍🏻

[@benderbender1233]

🤘😎

[@Galaxieshop]

Do you brothers have a petcock for fuel line end 3/16? If you have a link?

[@lowbrowcustoms]

sorry we do not, looks like amazon or eBay is looking like best options for that one, sorry we couldn't be more help on this one.

[@Galaxieshop]

@@lowbrowcustoms right on nasty gal

[@leifretzer4939]

How about adding a fuel guage to a 2006 1200xlc sportster. Everyone tells me its not possible and to use trip odometer. But I found a sight Guage on a forum but in order to install it I have to weld onto my gas tank. Is there any other way of installing a fuel guage

[@lowbrowcustoms]

Leif Retzer no not with our welding

[@cachorrofernando]

👍

[@stephanbernhardt5722]

Wie sehen die an Sportster aus. Das ist hier die Frage ?

[@randerson4124]

take a drink every time he says "petcock"

[@darrell9401]

I'm looking for a tank with more volume than my stock 3.2 gal Sportster 1200 2006 my.tank without looking fuckin 🤪

[@Blkbeard420]

82-2004 not 86?

[@lowbrowcustoms]

86-03 is Evo sportster years before rubber mount frame. 2004 starts rubber mount frames and has completely different way the gas tanks mount. 82-85 were still Ironhead motors and different frame.

[@Blkbeard420]

@@lowbrowcustoms oh ok. I didnt relize 82-85 had diffrent gas tank mounts