I filled the tank of my 09 C14 today and went for a ride. Strong gas fumes kept wafting into my helmet as I rode, so I turned around to bring her home. Upon further inspection, I noticed gas residue dripping down the oil glass side of the engine and saw a small drip puddle forming under the bike. I pulled the upper cowling and removed the tank bolts to get a better look. The culprit was a steadily drip of gas coming from the fuel gage sending unit under the tank. I was able to siphon gas down below the gage unit and cleaned up all that covered the engine and battery box. The scary thing is that the drips were covering the engine and making their way to the hot exhaust. If you smell gas while riding... better check to see if gas is dripping from under the tank.
Now I am hopeful that I can get the gasket soon and that the sending unit is not corroded and needing to be replaced!
Now I am hopeful that I can get the gasket soon and that the sending unit is not corroded and needing to be replaced!