NJFZ1
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Ok so totally off subject here but I can't find anywhere else this would even remotely apply.
So I have access to free aviation gasoline (100LL), the key word being free.
I only get a small amount but when I do get some it's about 5 gallons, so it's enough to fill a tank in my bike. I usually get it to run lawn mowers and such but now I finally have a bike I might be able to save on fuel a little.
I already know that leaded fuel will clog catalytic converters so I want to know if my bike (2003 FZ1) has one?
The more important question is that I've been warned that aviation fuel will/might cause damage to my engine.
I already know that the fuel is the same as auto fuel, but will the Tetra-ethyl lead additive do damage to my engine?
Does anyone have a solid answer to this question or know someone/somewhere where I can get an answer?
Thanks!
'03 FZ1 does not have a catalytic converter so no worries there. The lead wont harm your engine and as long as the octane value is at least an 87 (it's probably higher) you should be fine. However I would hesitate to run straight aviation fuel because from what I remember it's volatility might be somewhat different and you may end up with a bad case of vapor lock. Just to be on the safe side do a 50/50 mix with regular gas...