Triumph Bonneville Handbook page 33

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1. Fuel Tank Cap
Fuel Tank Cap
To open the fuel tank cap, rotate the cap
anti-clockwise and lift clear of the tank filler
neck.
To close the cap, align the cap to the tank
filler neck and rotate the cap clockwise until
the cap seals against the filler neck. In the
fully closed position, a ratchet mechanism
prevents overtightening of the cap by
allowing the outer part of the cap to turn
independently of the internal part.
Filling the Fuel Tank
Avoid filling the tank in rainy or dusty
conditions where airborne material can
contaminate the fuel.
CAUTION: Contaminated fuel
may cause damage to fuel
system components.
Fill the fuel tank slowly to help prevent
spillage. Do not fill the tank to a level above
the bottom of the filler neck. This will ensure
there is enough air space to allow for fuel
expansion if the fuel inside the tank expands !!
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through absorption of heat from the engine
or from direct sunlight.
General Information
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1. Fuel level
2. Filler neck
3. Air space
After refuelling always check that the fuel
filler cap is correctly closed and locked.
If petrol (fuel) is spilled, thoroughly
wipe off the spilled fuel immediately
and dispose of the cleaning cloth
safely.
Take care not to spill any petrol (fuel)
on the engine, exhaust pipes, tyres or
any other part of the motorcycle.
Because
flammable, any fuel leak or spillage,
or any failure to observe the safety
advice given above will lead to a fire
hazard which could cause damage to
property, injury to persons or death.
Petrol (fuel) spilled near to or on the
tyres will reduce the tyre's ability to
grip the road. This will give rise to a
dangerous riding condition causing
loss of motorcycle control and an
accident.
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WARNING: Overfilling the
tank can lead to fuel spillage.
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petrol (fuel) is highly