Re: Got stranded by my trusty steed, help is required (CaliDuc)
okay, this is no help to you now, and you have figured it out by now but, always empty your tank for long term storage (more than 6 months). Gas will turn into a sticky, gooey shelac with age. If you are just gonna store for winter, put some fuel stabilizer in it to preclude the breakdown.
If long term storage, I drain the tank and then run the bike until it stops to ensure all of the fuel is out. For winter or short storage (3 months), I put Stabil in with the gas. I always fill the tank and then add the appropriate amount. You can run the bike with the stabil so it doesn't hurt anything. Put in the recommended amount! Don't over/under add so it can do it's job properly.
Again, not trying to be a smart ass, but this type of maintenance will preclude the issue you are dealing with now. Bad/old fuel can really gum up the injectors if not treated properly. Sounds like your issue is just bad fuel and not contamination to the system.
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