Gas smell from fairing?

Discussion in 'Touring Models' started by john62, Oct 25, 2007.

  1. john62

    john62 Member

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    Hi everyone I took my 2006 flhtpi out today and I noticed a strong smell of fuel near the fairing. It didn't smell under the tank near the fuel line. And I didn't see any wet spots. Any ideas?:dknow
     
  2. wildspirit97

    wildspirit97 Guest

    were you moving when you smelled it?
     
  3. glider

    glider Veteran Member

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    Had you just fueled up ,maybe the overflow line?
     
  4. john62

    john62 Member

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    I was stopped waiting to turn. and I haven't filled the tank yet. still running on dealer's fuel.And cap is tight.
     
  5. glider

    glider Veteran Member

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    Check the tank vent line that takes the overflow when you overfill the tank.