Unlikely fuel shortage at idle, rather at higher revs is where you would notice a fuel blockage/shortage.

Many modern vehicles do not have serviceable fuel filters.

 

Thanks Roadrunner. Yeah, that was worrying me, but the fuel filter seemed a good place to start. Re non-serviceable fuel filters- surely not for “adventure” vehicles? But it looks like it is the case with the DX.

 

Did the issue occur immediately after air filter inspection? If you are using OEM filter its really not up to the task and doesnt seal properly.

I would recommend retracing the process and double check hoses and connections. While you at it, put in a FunnelWeb or Unifilter.

 

Thanks! Yes, I’m planning on doing it all again, and being extra careful with the fuel tank hoses. Cheers.

 

This may help you...

 

@RoadrunnerOz nice video - thanks for sharing!

The back hose was driving me crazy. I finally gave up and pulled it out. Installed on the tank and routed below the frame before I put the tank back on. Then I routed the rest of the way to the bottom of the bike. So much easier than blindly feeling around, and I corrected the routing issues in the process (which was 100% accidental )

 

I think i will remove the rear hose via an EVAP delete kit next time I have bike apart. Just need to work out if EVAP delete can be done without AIS delete.

The EVAP canister is huge waste of space.

 

Roadrunner, I'm thinking the same. If you do this, would you mind posting the details? Thanks!

 

Great info! Thanks! Would you have a link to the evap delete kit?

 

You need both AIS + EVAP kits

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Hi DXers
I've just finished my first air filter service and replaced the stock for a unfilter. That hose set-up was created buy some deranged sadist.
I'm considering a couple of dry connect couplings with the mail and female set different on each vent so they can't get mixed up. Do you think this would work?
Cheers Tom Tasmania

 

Yes, remember seeing someone had done that. I really don't have an issue with pipes.

If I did the tank removal more often, I'd consider having a quick disconnect halfway down.

It is really the thinner pipe that goes down to the bashplate area that can get kinked, not the one to EVAP. Just re-route both to have free-play and you'll be fine.

 

Thanks mate! Yep, can be found on MXStore for those of us in Aus:

Motion Pro 1/4" Quick Disconnect Fuel-Line Coupling at MXstore

Buy your Motion Pro 1/4" Quick Disconnect Fuel-Line Coupling online at MXstore. Australian owned, amazing service & fast free shipping* on over 100,000 products.

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Hello
You can get the same parts from aliexpress far cheaper.

 

CPC makes chrome plated brass disconnects, Beemer Boneyard and EuroMotoElectrics both distribute them in the U.S.

(you might want to sit down before seeing the price tag though!)