KTM Gas Tank Mount

[rcrump1]

How did KTM secure the front of the gas tank on the 78 model year bikes? The GS I am working on had a rubber strap holding the rear of the tank, but nothing on the front. Were they still using the leather straps?
Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Richard

 

[Steve Minor]

Richard.....I can't say on the GS model, but I can on the MC model. There is a bracket welded on the front of the frame with a rubber bushing on it....the front of the tank fits under the bracket and the rear of the tank is held fast with a rubber piece, a bracket and a big "hose clamp"....I emailed you a scanned page from my 78 mc5 parts manual.

Edited by - steve minor on 12/10/2002  9:13:46 PM