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New to the deuce, quick question on humming pump.

Micmada

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Once I shut it down after a trip, I hear some kind of humming which must be the lift fuel pump. Am I correct? Also, are these originally equipped with a hair drier, if not I was thinking of installing one if possible. I am thinking of changing the fuel filters too but I hope it is not going to cause one of those gremlins with the idler stuck in shut position.

thanks.
 

Micmada

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If you haven't already or can't confirm last maintenance performed, I would change all oils, filters and lube all fittings.

No air dryer to my knowledge but good idea to install 2 drain valves with lanyard to facilitate actuation.
I have changed the oil filters but not yet the greased the grease points. I think I need to change the front boots and check the seals and brakes because the brake force is weak (wet?).

I empty the air tanks opening the drain cocks after a day's ride but sometimes there still is a bit of moisture recondensing overnight. Wondering if I am going to leave them open instead.
 

INFChief

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The in-tank fuel pump is electric. With the master power switch on you should hear it. If it ever stops working, remove the 2 small nuts on that top cover then carefully remove that small cover. There’s a small round automotive fuse under the cover that goes bad. That, or the ground is corrode.
 
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