Pappa Kaneda Posted February 17, 2010 Report Posted February 17, 2010 Thought I'd introduce myself. I live in Northern MN and just got an 87 Banshee last week. Nothing too special. Standard length HotRod crank, Wiseco 0.10 pistons, Toomey pipes, Fly Handlebars, Trailtech Vapor dash, and some wore out Holeshots on the back. Shee needs a winter tune on the carb but I've been riding her anyway. Luckily ATV's can be ridden on the streets here as long as you stay off the highways. This is my very first ATV, just had to have a Banshee. All of my Honda Head friends wanted me to get a 400EX but I just had to have a Shee. One question I do have, how long does a tank of gas usually last? It seems like I got about 30 to 45 minutes of riding out of my first tank... about right or waaaay too soon? Thanks guys, glad to be here. Quote
locogato11283 Posted February 17, 2010 Report Posted February 17, 2010 welcome to HQ bro that doesnt sound like very long on a tank of gas, but then again i dont play ride mine like that. im sure some others will speak up. i guess it will depend on how much youre on the throttle. Quote
kodie Posted February 17, 2010 Report Posted February 17, 2010 30-45 mins is way to short even for a bigger carb. When I had 2 30 mm carbs I was running around 4-5 hours give or take 30. I always ran out of gas before all my 4 stroke buddies but then again they always had to eat my roost and then catch me when I stoped to regroup. Definately not under an hour. Was this your first and only tank? You sure it was full? I know they are dumb questions but I've kicked my shee before about 40 times wondering what the fuck was wrong and I forgot to turn the gas on. So shit does happen. Quote
Stumbaugh Posted February 17, 2010 Report Posted February 17, 2010 I've kicked my shee before about 40 times wondering what the fuck was wrong and I forgot to turn the gas on. So shit does happen. I did this today on my YFZ. I was getting SO pissed then realized i was just an idiot. Quote
Larry's Shee Posted February 17, 2010 Report Posted February 17, 2010 Welcome toBHQ !! Questions answerd here . Correct answers may cost more, lol !! Quote
springer Posted February 17, 2010 Report Posted February 17, 2010 ya a tank should last way longer. i accidentally sent my dad out on an empty tank once and after about 30 mins, i was about to head out to take him some gas cuz i figured he was sittin empty somewhere in the dunes and then he came rollin up to camp with no clue i was freakin out about it. said he didnt even put it on reserve or anything... Quote
Pappa Kaneda Posted February 17, 2010 Author Report Posted February 17, 2010 Thanks guys. I think I was running on the reserve. Like I said, my first wheeler. Quote
bbcmudtruck Posted February 17, 2010 Report Posted February 17, 2010 Well with a few mods and upgrades you can flat out destroy your buddies on their 400s! A tank with stock carbs should last you at least 4hrs. Banshees are gas hogs though. Your buddies on their 4 strokes will get alot better mileage out of a tank of fuel so be aware of that when you go on long rides with them. Welcome to the HQ! Quote
98_shee Posted February 18, 2010 Report Posted February 18, 2010 Welcome to HQ, post some pics your bike. Quote
papa_smurf49319 Posted February 18, 2010 Report Posted February 18, 2010 ya welcome to the club. Be ready to open up your wallet to feed your new addiction! Cody Quote
Pappa Kaneda Posted February 18, 2010 Author Report Posted February 18, 2010 I'll work on the pics thing... can't link from BookFace. It will definitely be a money taking experience. I'm trying to convince myself to ride a few seasons before changing anything... that may not happen. It could be alot quicker. Quote
Velislide Posted February 18, 2010 Report Posted February 18, 2010 Where you at in Northern MN? International Falls here, also have a 87 shee Ive been building. Quote
Pappa Kaneda Posted February 19, 2010 Author Report Posted February 19, 2010 Velislide, I'm in Grand Rapids. Nice bike you've got there. I do need to get pics of mine up. Quote
shawn941 Posted February 20, 2010 Report Posted February 20, 2010 30-45 mins is way to short even for a bigger carb. When I had 2 30 mm carbs I was running around 4-5 hours give or take 30. I always ran out of gas before all my 4 stroke buddies but then again they always had to eat my roost and then catch me when I stoped to regroup. Definately not under an hour. Was this your first and only tank? You sure it was full? I know they are dumb questions but I've kicked my shee before about 40 times wondering what the fuck was wrong and I forgot to turn the gas on. So shit does happen. wow,,,i dnt think i've ever gotton 5 hours out of a tank of gas on my stock strock 350 with 28mm keihins,,,3-4 hours but im heavy on the throttle whenever possible,,,i can burn a tank in an hour on the ice racing my buddies,,,,,,,,, Quote
Sandfrk33 Posted February 20, 2010 Report Posted February 20, 2010 My last trip to the dunes, I put a gps on the handlebars. Figured I was around 9 miles per gallon. This was not racing, just dune riding. Quote
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