Bandit Alley

MODEL SPECIFIC => SUZUKI BANDIT 250 & 400 => Topic started by: treybrad on July 29, 2005, 02:00:25 PM

Title: B4 Tank Swap
Post by: treybrad on July 29, 2005, 02:00:25 PM

I'm looking to buy a '91 B4 but the tank will either need some major love or just be replaced. There's a pretty big dent in the side of it. I searched around but couldn't find any info (which is probably a bad thing..) on other tanks that'll fit. Just from looking, it doesn't look like the B6 tank fits, but maybe the B250? I'm hesitant to buy the bike b/c parts are so scarce... and I know I need at least a tank. Any pointers appreciated.

trey

Title: B4 Tank Swap
Post by: Zhi on July 29, 2005, 02:36:21 PM

I would not buy a bandit 400 with a bad tank unless I am just looking to use the rest of the bike for parts. It will be nearly impossible to find a tank for the B4 with little damage at a reasonable price. I guess it's just one of those supply and demand things.

Title: B4 Tank Swap
Post by: interfuse on July 29, 2005, 03:05:31 PM

A couple of tanks recently sold on ebay. If its just a dent, you can have it filled and repainted. I had a nice dent where my balls met the tank. After filling the dent you can't even tell. How long will it last? I'm not sure, I might have to repaint every couple of years.

Title: B4 Tank Swap
Post by: Red01 on July 30, 2005, 03:38:39 PM

No 250 Bandits in the US, but a 1G B250 tank would fit if you're willing to buy a used part from overseas.

Title: B4 Tank Swap
Post by: treybrad on July 31, 2005, 08:04:11 PM

All good stuff to know. Thanks guys for the input.

trey

Title: B4 Tank Swap
Post by: billybandit on August 02, 2005, 09:03:54 AM

Bit of wood filler, paint and elbow grease would clean it up!



The only downside is you won't be able to get quite as much fuel in  :wink:

Title: B4 Tank Swap
Post by: D7 on August 03, 2005, 02:51:58 PM

I've just had to replace my tank, as a little tiny hole appeared (rusted) on the side, and had probably weeped for a while before it let go.

Anyway, I didn't have too much trouble finding another (black) one, but it did cost a bit, and since you guys would need extra shipping it would probably make the expense bigger than it's worth.

It cost me £130 which included shipping, and took 3 days, but that would work out at about $180, and that's before they slap and atleast an extra $25-$50 on for international shipping.

So if that's still within a sensible price range (surely not?!) then let me know and I'll give you the details of a couple of places in England.

D