Plastic tank and autolube
Posted: 07:20 am Oct 05 2025
Hi guys,
I've been semi forced to install a plastic tank on my SR, but as you know this means removing the original oil reservoir.
I am very keen to keep the autolube mechanics, but I can't see any space in the bike where I could fit an alternative oil reservoir, so I was wondering if I could re-purpose the coolant reservoir to use it for oil instead? I believe the bike can run without the coolant reservoir so maybe it can be done?
If I give up and decide to run on pre-mix, should I remove the pump and cables? Or keep it in place but covering the oil intake?
Best,
Felipe
I've been semi forced to install a plastic tank on my SR, but as you know this means removing the original oil reservoir.
I am very keen to keep the autolube mechanics, but I can't see any space in the bike where I could fit an alternative oil reservoir, so I was wondering if I could re-purpose the coolant reservoir to use it for oil instead? I believe the bike can run without the coolant reservoir so maybe it can be done?
If I give up and decide to run on pre-mix, should I remove the pump and cables? Or keep it in place but covering the oil intake?
Best,
Felipe