Trail Tank - Yes or No ???

[snowpromod]

I am getting the parts ordered for my MTX build and next on the list is the trail tank - is it worth it? My brother in law has one on his 121 and has great range, just not sold on the fit and finish of the item! For an boondockin Mtx is the trail tank a Yes or No mod?

 

[KINS]

In my opinion, it's the best option for extra fuel.

I'm satisfied with the fit and finish.

 

[Littlehoe]

i bought mine but haven't installed it yet... I still vote yes though. Nothing worse than coming near the end of a rally/ride and finding a big untouched field with a pile of snow in it and you want to go play but that little yellow light is staring you down....

 

[mtdream]

Nytro produces permagrin, but not permafuel...it is a must!!!!

 

[bottlerocket]

Just not Yamaha fit and finish to me. If you have to have more fuel it really the only choice.

 

[Alatalo]

At current, I am in no need of extra fuel and I am not at all interested in the weight addition.
Because of this my answer is "no".
Except for this, the Trail Tank seems to be a great product.

 

[rlcofmn]

I bought a trail tank this year because my range with my riding style is horrible. I'm not sure how much of it was caused by my custom tunnel but it fit horrible. My stock tank fits perfect and my sled is set up really well for hauling fuel so I'm staying
With the stocker. Just my situation.

 

[Grimm]

I voted it as a must have, especially for trail riding and deep snow running. Yes, it is a tight, but not sloppy or OEM fit, however every cubic inch is needed to provide that extra 3 gallons of fuel.

I found that ratchet straps come in handy when installing the Trailtank. It helps cinch it forward into position nice and tight.

 

[outofbounds]

I don't have a strong opinion on this but you could try Mountain Addiction or one of the other slide-on tank/bracket systems that mount on the tunnel.

This works fine for me. I only carry the extra tanks when I go out for an extra long day.

The price seems reasonable.

 

[croc79]

I bought one last year. It has it's pros and cons.
Cons: For mine I don't like the fit. It takes a lot of work to line up the two oem bolts at the base of the tanks. When I get it installed the plastics don't line up and the fasteners provided are difficult to use. If you ever need to change a spark plug plan on tanking the tank off because it can't be done with it on. This is a problem if you need to do it in the mountains. OEM tanks is still hard to change the spark plug but it can be done without removing the tanks. Installation and spark plug access are my two cons with a trail tanks.
Pros: Extra fuel and great customer service. With the yams it's hard to carry extra fuel with a rear exiting exhaust.

If I could do over: I wouldn't have bought the tank, but instead do an undertunnel exhaust and carry extra fuel in a low porfile tunnel tanks.

Hope this helps

 

[LoneViper]

The second trail tank fits just fine. My Nytro will burn a lot of gas in deeper snow and a Trail Tank is a great alternitive to a gas rack. The thumb screws aren't the best but do the job. Trail Tank a must.

 

[**sj**]

I think I can answer this ...as bottle said...how important is fit and finish to you? are you a tuner tweaker? its a haslle to deal with the thumb screws....

are you mainly riding in populated areas with plenty of fuel (<100 miles) and what style of riding?

if youre in remote areas...added power...pin it to the bar often...you will need more fuel...if handling is key...the saddlebag tank deal would be my choice...as it evens the weight out fore and aft...and the weight is at a lower cg than where the extra fuel is in the trail tank...

in addition I believe the tank somewhat impedes airflow...not critical but an additional factor...

 

[rlcofmn]

I bought one last year. It has it's pros and cons.
Cons: For mine I don't like the fit. It takes a lot of work to line up the two oem bolts at the base of the tanks. When I get it installed the plastics don't line up and the fasteners provided are difficult to use. If you ever need to change a spark plug plan on tanking the tank off because it can't be done with it on. This is a problem if you need to do it in the mountains. OEM tanks is still hard to change the spark plug but it can be done without removing the tanks. Installation and spark plug access are my two cons with a trail tanks.
Pros: Extra fuel and great customer service. With the yams it's hard to carry extra fuel with a rear exiting exhaust.

If I could do over: I wouldn't have bought the tank, but instead do an undertunnel exhaust and carry extra fuel in a low porfile tunnel tanks.

Hope this helps

X2 Skinz seat, with undertunnel exhaust is the way to go IMO. I bet I put on over 1k miles with a 5 gallon race jug on back last year and none of them were easy miles. A 1 gallon can fit in the under seat bag for a little reserve or anything from a 2 to a 5 straps on oh so nice right behind the seat using the seat frame to lock it in place and one strap. I took a lot of crap for always hauling 5 gallons with but I hate having to take it easy because of fuel. I would still have to haul some even if I put my trail tank on.

Also to those looking at the MA gas can rack I have seen them fall off a couple of times to use caution if you ride hard or put a strap on.

 

[grizztracks]

It only took one time being stranded in the middle of nowhere at 2 am because I missed making it to the last gas stop before it closed. The Trail Tank is well worth the money and no fit, finish or fastener problems for me. Most people don't realize it's an aftermarket tank.

http://s589.photobucket.com/albums/ss33 ... fasteners/

 

[**sj**]

come on grizz thats becuase you "finished" the install... youre not the average bear!