How do I drain the tank of a 1996 VFR 750

Newbie here. I have a 96 VFR that sat since last year with Red Sta-bil in the tank. So I am not running now. I have to drain the tank but can't figure out where the drainhose is located. I have safely removed my fairings but can't seem to see any hoses that would connect to the fuel tank. I have the owners manual but that isn't helping me out. Thanks in advance.

 

Just use the hose connected to the fuel filter. If the fuel doesn't start flowing, just turn the ignition on for a moment.

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Siphoning or pumping works too. You could remove the tank, flip it over and let the gas mix evaporate. This would also be a good time to inspect the inside of the tank for rust especially if you are or were using the gas/alcohol mix in your bike.

Using the fuel pump to purge the tank works. Make sure you have not sloshed or spilt any gas around any potential ignition source.

 

I don't think you need to leave the pump on. It should act like a siphon and continue to flow on it's own.

 

Thanks, I will lwt you know how it works out. The hard part was removing all the Fairing and body parts.

 

The Clymer manual has a good description of the procedure for removing the fuel tank to get at the airbox, and carburetors - it includes disconnecting the main fuel line, the fuel level sensor tube and harness and I think a vent tube. I bought a $12 siphon at AutoZone, and siphoned the fuel into a gas can when I did the work (poor planning meant I didn't run the tank nearly dry when I garaged it for some work). How bout just ride it until it's nearly empty and siphon the rest? Works for me!

PD

 

Thanks for the ideas. I was able to disconnect the fuel line from the fuel filter and drain the tank. Can't ride it dry as it won't start. Bad skunky gas. Sitting to loog with red Sta-bil in the tank.

 

There is a petcock under the tank, could just remove the tank and drain into a can. Hehehe....petcock.

 

yeh there is a fuel tap once you remove your seat and possibly your side panel. Saying pet cock just seems wrong. We dont have any reserves with our bikes so its either ON or OFF. I got one of those mityvac evacuators I hook up to my compressor, it will suck gas, oil, brake fluid or tranny fluid, pretty handy. Cheers.