1200 Fuel Sensor / Sender Repair - Success !

Discussion in 'Multistrada' started by daddypew, Sep 17, 2021.

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  1. Thought I'd share my experience with a fix for the fuel sensor fault common to most models!
    Wasnt keen on spending money on a new one, knowing they don't last so I followed a guide on YouTube ... not in English I'm afraid, but you can get the jist of it.
    Sorry, no pics, but my method was ...
    • Remove Fuel sensor.
    • Drill out the Epoxy to reveal the 3 hidden screws and disassemble the sensor.
    • Test the sensor with a K Ohm multimeter, sliding the float across the sensor to reveal the faulty area.
    • Re-solder all solder connections around that area (Reed switch and resistors).
    • I then went on to re-solder every connection to be sure !
    • Retest and ensure correct operation (cant remember the values, but it's a progressive step from one reed switch to the next)
    • Re-assemble, clean and fill the drilled holes with epoxy resin.
    • Re-fit and check for leaks.


    I'm on my third tank full and still working ... lets hope it's fixed :)
     
    #1 daddypew, Sep 17, 2021
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  2. Nice one, good work, need to do the same myself.
     
    #2 Sam1199, Sep 17, 2021
  3. Come round my house do mine ...I haven't the skills to do that
     
    #3 paulfastbikes, Sep 18, 2021
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  4. I toke me 8 weeks to get the new sender part now can find anywhere to fit in with in the next 6 weeks ‍♂️
     
    #4 BabyD, Sep 19, 2021
  5. I think it’s fairly easy to do it yourself @rotaxracer did his and might be able to offer advice
     
    #5 Twin4me, Sep 19, 2021
  6. I have done several fuel sensors, front panels off the bike and then only a 5 min job, run your fuel down as much as you dare, 4 bolts to release the tank, fuel pump pipes off and then lift the tank, stand on its end and unscrew the sensor, screw the new one in the reverse the process! Easy! :p
     
    #6 rotaxracer, Sep 19, 2021
  7. As expert as RTR clearly undoubtedly is :)kissing_heart:), he didn't do what the thread starter did, did he?
    He 'ONLY' replaced the fuel sensor as a complete unit, something I categorically fully appreciate, I COULDN'T do.............:broken_heart:
     
    #7 TonyMNo1, Sep 19, 2021
  8. I bet you could do a repair for these on an exchange basis, for a nominal fee.
     
    #8 MotoNik, Sep 20, 2021
  9. I'd consider it :)
     
    #9 daddypew, Oct 1, 2021
  10. I had a new unit fitted, they come with a two year warranty so it it does happen to fail again, it will not cost me to get it swapped.
     
    #10 HootOwl, Oct 1, 2021
  11. anyone willing to send me a faulty one ?
    I'll then have a base to start from
     
    #11 daddypew, Oct 1, 2021
  12. I would if I knew/could manage to get it off the bike :joy:
     
    #12 nigeleeezzzz, Oct 2, 2021
  13. What epoxy resin did you use ? Something like araldite?
     
    #13 Sprocker, Oct 2, 2021
  14. just send me the bike :grinning:
     
    #14 daddypew, Oct 2, 2021
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  15. Yes, Araldite Standard
     
    #15 daddypew, Oct 2, 2021
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