How far can a Harley go on a tank of gas?

Harley-Davidson motorcycles typically get 40-50 miles per gallon, which is a good reference point for how far you can ride based on the capacity of your gas tank. Sportsters tend to be smaller and get more miles per gallon, while large Touring bikes or Trikes are heavier and are on the lower range of miles per gallon.

What are the parts of fuel system?

Many new bikes are fuel injected, and have a computer to control the amount of gas fed to the engine. There is a fuel pump that provides fuel to the throttle body, which feeds the gasoline to the engine. Older bikes are carbureted, which is a simple system. Gas tends to be gravity fed from a gas tank to the carburetor and the amount of gas delivered to the engine depends on the size of the carburetor jets that are installed. The carburetor is tuned by changing the jets, which have different size orifices, which meters the amount of gasoline delivered to the engine.

Why is my motorcycle leaking gas?

If your motorcycle is leaking gas take a close look to see where the leak is originating. Common problems would include a leaky fuel valve (petcock), damaged fuel line, or if the fuel is coming from the carburetor, a stuck float. A leaky fuel valve or damaged fuel line can be replaced, while a stuck carburetor float can typically be fixed. The carburetor may just need some taps on the float bowl with the handle of a screwdriver to free the stuck float. If that doesn't work, make sure the fuel valve is off, remove the float bowl and check for grit or any debris that could be causing the float needle to not completely seat, which would allow gas to continue flowing into the float bowl even when it is full.

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Cycle Standard 22mm Petcock Harley-Davidson Style - Black - Right Hand Outlet
13 reviews $26.73 $36.84

Cycle Standard Blackbird Legacy 3.5-Gallon Gas Tank for 1982-2003 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
16 reviews $345.75

Drag Specialties Diamond Pattern Gas Tank 2004 - 2006 Sportster XL Models
5 reviews $338.09

Kustom Tech Carb Mounted Chrome Petcock for S&S Carburetor
3 reviews $112.38

Cycle Standard Custom Flush Mount Polished Stainless Steel Pop-Up Gas Cap and Weld In Bung
9 reviews $108.43

Colony #2107-16 Gas Tank Mounting Kit - 1996-2003 Harley-Davidson Sportster - Chrome Plated
6 reviews $40.61

Cycle Standard 22mm Petcock Harley-Davidson Style - Chrome - Right Hand Outlet
18 reviews $40.05

Cycle Standard Gas Tank Mounting Kit 1986-2003 Harley Sportster Rubber Mounted Tanks
$27.99

Lowbrow Customs Brass Gas Filler Cap - Vented
7 reviews $43.59

Lowbrow Customs Brass Gas Filler Cap with Weld-In Steel Bung - Vented
10 reviews $57.82

Pingel 3/8 inch NPT Power-Flo Petcock - Round Body - Chrome - Forward
$139.95

Drag Specialties Gas Tank with Aero-Style Gas Cap - 1995-03 Harley-Davidson Sportster - 3.3 Gallon
$277.67

British Standard 1/4 inch BSP Petcock Fuel Valve - Reserve - For Triumph BSA Norton
17 reviews $27.72

Prism Supply Co. 22mm Petcock - Stainless Steel
$129.99

Lowbrow Customs Brass Gas / Oil Filler Cap - Unvented
10 reviews $36.98

Cycle Standard Stock Style Gas Tank for 2007-2022 Harley-Davidson Sportster EFI - 2.2 gallon
2 reviews $257.71

Lowbrow Customs Harley-Davidson Ironhead Sportster EFI Replica Stock Style Gas Tank - 2.4 gallon
$254.33

Cycle Standard Domed Slim Black Screw-In Harley Style Gas Cap 1996 & up
47 reviews $28.00

Lowbrow Customs Lowbrow Fuel Reserve Bottle
145 reviews $27.82

Lowbrow Customs Aluminum Gas / Oil Filler Cap - Unvented
6 reviews $27.68

British Standard Triumph / BSA / British Motorcycle Gas Tank Cap Made in the UK OEM #83-3875
44 reviews $41.24

Solid Custom Rippled Screw-In Billet Gas Cap for 1996 & later Harley-Davidson - Vented - Black
2 reviews $79.99 $99.99

Cycle Standard Bayonet / Cam Harley Style Vented 2" Gas Cap - Black
33 reviews $19.84

Cycle Standard Screw-In Harley Stock Style Vented Gas Cap - 1982-1995 - Black
$23.51

Prism Supply Co. 22mm Petcock - Brass
4 reviews $104.99

Lowbrow Customs Ovate Axed Gas Tank - Super Narrow - 1.6 gallon
10 reviews $207.84

Cycle Standard Narrow Alien Motorcycle Gas Tank - 2.1 gallon
10 reviews $205.99

Golan Products Inc. 22MM Click-Slick Petcock - Round Body - Raw Brass - Downward
2 reviews $204.14

Cycle Standard Axed Dual Cap Chopper Gas Tank - 2.2 Gallon
30 reviews $201.62

Cycle Standard 1/4 inch NPT Mini Petcock 90 degree Mini Ball Valve
29 reviews $21.99

Golan Products Inc. 3/8 inch NPT Click-Slick Petcock - Round Body - Black - Backward
2 reviews $190.95

Golan Products Inc. 22MM Click-Slick Petcock - Round Body - Black - Forward
$190.95

Golan Products Inc. 22MM Click-Slick Petcock - Round Body - Black - Downward
2 reviews $190.95

Golan Products Inc. 22MM Click-Slick Petcock - Round Body - Black - Backward
$190.95

Golan Products Inc. 22MM Click-Slick Petcock - Round Body - Raw Brass - Forward
2 reviews $190.95

Golan Products Inc. 22MM Click-Slick Petcock - Round Body - Chrome - Straight
1 review $190.95

Pingel 22MM Power-Flo Petcock - Hex Body - Black - Inward
$184.95

Cycle Standard Domed Slim Chrome Screw-In Harley Style Gas Cap 1996 & up
16 reviews $30.25

Kustom Tech In-Line Brass Motorcycle Petcock
13 reviews $87.36

Lowbrow Customs Competition Screw-In Gas Cap for Harley-Davidson 1996 & later - Polished
41 reviews $42.30 $51.64

Motone Screw-In Billet Adapter for 2.5" Monza Gas Cap for 1996 & later Harley-Davidson
5 reviews $56.08 $69.64

British Standard 1/4 inch BSP Petcock Fuel Valve - Main - No Reserve - For Triumph BSA Norton
16 reviews $28.03

Motone Screw-In Billet Gas Cap for 1996 & later Harley-Davidson - Vented - Black
$82.47 $102.31

Lowbrow Customs Finned Thread-In Gas Cap for Harley-Davidson 1996 & later - Polished
35 reviews $54.87

Pingel 22MM Power-Flo Petcock - Hex Body - Brass - Inward
$161.95

Pingel 22MM Power-Flo Petcock - Hex Finned Body - Chrome - Inward
$161.95

Lowbrow Customs Banded Screw-In Gas Cap for Harley-Davidson 1996 & later - Aluminum
10 reviews $53.41

Lowbrow Customs Dished Screw-In Gas Cap for Harley-Davidson 1996 & later - Aluminum
4 reviews $53.41

British Standard 1/4 inch BSP Petcock Fuel Valve Petcock Fuel Valve - Main - UK Made For Triumph BSA Norton
8 reviews $53.33

Motion Pro 1/4 inch NPT Mini Petcock Straight Outlet - No Reserve
9 reviews $19.99

Bates 1/4" NPT Petcock Conversion Kit 1940-65 H-D Big Twins and 45”/750 cc Sidevalves - CAD Plated
5 reviews $77.49

Cycle Standard Reproduction Long Skirted Eaton Style Bayonet / Cam Style Vented Gas Cap - Chrome
23 reviews $38.04

Cycle Standard 1/4 inch NPT Petcock Black - Straight
9 reviews $35.88

Pingel In-Line Custom Fuel Valve
$135.95

Prism Supply Co. 3/4"-18 Petcock Fits Early Style Harley-Davidson Tanks - Brass
$134.99

Cycle Standard Bayonet / Cam Harley Style Vented 2.5" Gas Cap - Gloss Black
7 reviews $33.70

Lowbrow Customs Ignition Switch Kit for 1948-59 Harley model 125 / 165 Hummer Gas Tanks
2 reviews $63.01

Cycle Standard 1/4 inch NPT Petcock Chrome - 90 Degree
26 reviews $40.06

Prism Supply Co. 3/8 inch NPT Petcock - Stainless Steel
3 reviews $119.95

Cycle Standard Bayonet / Cam Harley Style Non-Vented 2" Gas Cap - Chrome
$14.93

Cycle Standard Screw-In Harley Stock Style Non-Vented Gas Cap - Left Side - 1982-1995 - Chrome
$29.43

Prism Supply Co. 3/8" NPT 90 Degree Petcock - Brass
$109.99

Pingel Fuel Valve Rebuild Kit - 3 Pack
$109.95

Lowbrow Customs Domed Screw-In Gas Cap for Harley-Davidson 1982-1995 / Modern Triumph Bonneville T100 / T120, Scrambler, Thruxton - Aluminum
2 reviews $53.41

Cycle Standard Small Flush Mount Pop-Up Gas Cap & Weld-In Bung - Vented - Aluminum
$99.27

Colony #3574-1 Gas Tank Rubber Divider 1939-1979 Harley-Davidson Big Twins
$16.50

British Standard Sealing Washer for British 1/4 inch BSP Petcocks OEM #70-7351 - Triumph BSA Norton
17 reviews $8.81

Prism Supply Co. 3/8" NPT Petcock - Brass
2 reviews $94.99

Lowbrow Customs Domed Screw-In Gas Cap for Harley-Davidson 1996 & Later - Antique Brass
3 reviews $89.06

Lowbrow Customs Banded Screw-In Gas Cap for Harley-Davidson 1982-1995 / Modern Triumph Bonneville T100 / T120, Scrambler, Thruxton - Brass
7 reviews $89.06

Lowbrow Customs Domed Screw-In Gas Cap for Harley-Davidson 1982-1995 / Modern Triumph Bonneville T100 / T120, Scrambler, Thruxton - Brass
10 reviews $89.06

How-to Select a Killer Custom Motorcycle Gas Tank & Its Accessories Choosing a Gas Tank for Your Motorcycle If you are in search of a killer custom motorcycle gas tank, you are in the right place. Lowbrow Customs has a great selection of some ...

Choosing a Gas Tank for Your Motorcycle

If you are in search of a killer custom motorcycle gas tank, you are in the right place. Lowbrow Customs has a great selection of some of the most sought-after custom motorcycle gas tanks available. These are high-quality Lowbrow Customs gas tanks that you see on some of the most popular builds out there.

We have a great selection of Sportster® gas tanks that can completely transform the look of your build. Classic choices like the original P-Nut Deep Tunnel and Mid-Tunnel gas tanks offer that smooth, rounded style so many builders love. If clean lines and a front-forward teardrop shape are more your style, the Narrow Sporty Frisco Gas Tank is a perfect fit. For those looking to add vintage chopper flair with a practical twist, the WX Split Gas Tanks stand out with their timeless design and dual-cap functionality, making them a versatile option for any custom build.

If you need just a straight-forward replacement Sportster® motorcycle tank, we have that too. Lowbrow Customs also carries custom motorcycle tanks for Big Twins, vintage motorcycle gas tanks, teardrop gas tanks, or old school chopper gas tanks like the classic coffin tank. All of our custom Harley fuel tanks are made from high quality steel and are professionally welded. The custom motorcycle gas tanks come pre-sanded ready for paint.

We always recommend that you pre-fit any aftermarket motorcycle gas tank before painting. Be sure to check for clearance or mounting issues as different combinations of triple trees, risers, and handlebars may cause clearance issues when turning.

Custom Motorcycle Gas Tank Mounting Hardware and Accessories

Now that you have your gas tank picked out, be sure to check out our selection of gas tank mounting hardware and accessories. We have some of the coolest custom motorcycle gas caps you can find, like sportster flush mount gas caps. From the classic spinner sportster gas cap with the 3-prong design to standard replacement gas caps and pop-up gas caps.

We carry a full selection of mounting hardware from Colony™ to help get the tank mounted properly. We also carry a nice assortment of motorcycle fuel petcocks, weld in tank bungs, and the best fuel reserve bottles in the market. If you are looking for a custom motorcycle gas tank, Lowbrow Customs is the place to be.

Custom motorcycle gas tanks for sale combined with an assortment of fuel petcocks, caps, mounting hardware and accessories. All in one easy to use website ready to ship to your door. Last but not least, if you are totally new to customizing your gas tank, watch our video how to mount a gas tank for detailed steps that you can follow.

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