Fuel tank expands and deforms with the presence of fuel in the tank. The expansion causes the tank unseat from the mounting brackets. The result is that the tank may fall of the bike. The possibility of an unsafe condition and catastrophic failure of the fuel system is high. Straps have been placed on fuel tank in order to keep the tank from falling off.
2007 Ducati Sport Classic fuel system complaints
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Gas tank is defective and already needed to be replaced. It was replaced with the same exact tank and I expect it to fail and hopefully not while I am on the highway.
Purchased a 2007 ducati sport classic in early 2008. After 4 months of riding and taking good care of the bike, the tank started to get deformed and spread tremendously. Luckily, the dealership changed it automatically. A year later, the replacement tank got deformed as well to the point that it was pretty dangerous. The tank is attached to the bike with 3 points. The first one is below the seat, and the other two are on each side of the tank. When the replacement tank spread, the two side connections between the tank and the bike were loose, which meant that the tank was still attached at one point. Having said that, it seemed to be very dangerous as it could have gotten loose while riding, and probably would have caused a catastrophe. Anyway, the tank was replaced by the dealership again, probably with the same unsolved tank problem.
Gas tank on a 2007 ducati sport classic 1000 motorcycle. The tank has spread and warped which has caused it to come loose on the frame of the bike and become deformed. Because the tank does not fit properly it is possible for the tank to come off while riding. I have had a dealer "shim" the tank so it is more secure but they told me there is no guarantee that the tank won't get worse and require another "shim" to keep it in place. In researching this issue on-line I have discovered this issue is prevalent with these motorcycles.
I purchased a ducati sport classic gt1000 in early 2007. Tank deformed during regular use. Contacted ducati dealer which, after some back and forth, agreed to replace the tank with a new one. Already at that time I was warned that the new tank is the same and the issue will happen again. Shortly thereafter, the tank deformed again and I just (november 2010) visited the dealer again. This time, the dealer was very helpful. They took measurements (tank spread by 2 cm), relocated the holding brackets to temporarily secure the tank better and within a couple of days I received a call that an order for a new tank has been placed. No changes to the tank have been made, so I fully expect this issue to happen again. The dealer suggested that some people decided to coat the inside of the tank. However, that would be my expense. The dealer also stated that five years after purchase date, ducati would no longer support free replacements. Once the tank starts spreading it becomes very loose and actually starts interfering with steering. When turning the handle bars to the right, the top of the fork actually touches the tank. According to the dealer, authorization for the replacement is given by ducati north america. However nothing is done to solve the root cause of this issue. I am currently waiting for a call from the dealer to have the new (3rd) tank installed on my bike.
Plastic fuel tank on 2007 ducati sport classic motorcycle is incompatible with fuel. I have had the tank replaced twice since the bike was new and the problem persists with the new replacement tanks. Fuel causes the tanks to deform and leak, creating a very hazardous situation.
I have a 2007 ducati sport classic 1000s with plastic fuel tank. The fuel tank has deformed (spread) to the point that it is possible to lift the front of the fuel tank off the front mounts without removing the rear retaining bolt. The single bolt at the rear of the tank is the only secure mount for the entire tank. I know from other owners that if I get a warranty replacement for the tank that the replacement it is made of the same material and it will only deform again. What's the point of replacing it?
I have a 07 ducati sports classic and my plastic fuel tank is expanding, took it to the dealer and they replaced with the same defected tank. All I can do now is file this complaint and register the problem.
Ducati sportclassic plastic gas tank keep expanding and these cause the unlatching and become loose.
The plastic fuel tank on my motorcycle is warping out of shape. The problem has simply developed since I purchased the bike last year--I've never had an accident, dropped the bike, etc. My research suggests that the warping problem may be caused by the tank material (plastic) reacting to the ethanol in gasoline. I also understand that the problem affects several different models of ducati motorcycles dating back approximately 5 years. Ducati has replaced some defective tanks only to have the replacements fail as well. I've read several accounts of ducati tanks expanding to the point where they come loose from their mounting brackets. So far, mine has only warped out of shape, although it appears to be getting worse over time. This certainly presents a safety risk.
2007 ducati sport classic 1000 biposto. The gas tank on my motorcycle has become deformed and misshapen. The deforming of the gas tank has resulted in the tank falling off it's mounting points on the frame and allowing the tank to detach from the motorcycle in the front. It is also distorted enough that the right handlebar switch assembly almost contacts the gas tank when turned to the full right stop. The steering stops have not been adjusted since new and are in the same position as the left stops. I have already had the gas tank replaced once on my motorcycle due to this exact same problem. I have submitted another warranty claim with ducati but as of this point it has been 2 months and they continue to deny a repair for my motorcycle. My local dealer claims ducati is stalling in replying to the problem and even when contacted directly, ducati customer service is reluctant to warranty their product.
Purchased 2007 ducati s1000 new in feb. 2008 from dealership. Since purchased fuel tank has been spreading and I needed to shim tank brackets 1/4" on both sides to securely hold tank in place . Tank also has bubbled on outside underneath paint on upper right corner, I believe from gas fumes penetrating through plastic. I am very concerned about this problem. How far the tank will spread?will it eventually rupture?
Fuel tank has spread separating it from front mounting brackets. Ducati dealer was advised on march 23, 2010 and has not received a replacement tank from ducati and has not been given an expected delivery date.
Gas tank on 2007 ducati gt 1000 motorcycle is deformed and no longer stays on its mounts.
2007 ducati sport 1000 motorcycle.
The plastic gas tank on my motorcycle has over time expanded and distorted enough that it had fallen off of the mounting points on the frame of my vehicle and was no longer secure to the motorcycle. This caused the bike to become unrideable due to the fear of the gas tank falling off or interfering with the handlebars.
Plastic fuel tank on ducati motorcycle deforming to the point where it no longer fits into its mounting brackets and blocks the controls from full range of movement.
Fuel tank spreading causes lack of security.
Fuel tank spreading and deforming. Fuel tank no longer connected to motorcycle frame. Fuel tank is loose and lifts off of bike when riding over bumps.
The "plastic" fuel tank expands over time allowing release of the front mounting points. This leaves only one mounting point at the rear of the fuel tank.
The gas tank on ducati sport classic motorcycles spreads side to side to the point that the rubber polks on the sides of the poly carbonate tank are no longer in the metal tangs on the front of the frame. This in effect releases the front of the tank allowing it to "flop around". At this point the tank is held on by one bolt on the rear of the tank. Ducati's response is to replace the tank with exactly the same tank, which again spreads in the same way. I am awaiting my third tank currently.
1. Normal use of gas tank. 2. Gas tank has distorted, separating from it's mounts and is thus not attached at the front of the motorcycle. 3. Nothing has been done to repair it.
Fuel tank deforms over time, causing it to lift out of the front brackets. The tank is then loose and moves considerably under hand pressure, would probably come off completely in the event of an accident. Dealer has replaced tank once, the new one is already showing the same problems, so clearly the design or manufacture of the tank is to blame.
Ducati 2007 gt1000 motorcycle plastic fuel tank is softening and spreading which cause the tank to not be supported by the front tank brackets.
I have a ducati motorcycle that has a defective gas tank. It has deformed over time to the point that it has fallen off it's mounts. The plastic gas tank was replaced with the exact same part under warranty. The replacement is made out of the same materials as the original. My dealer informed me that the replacement part will deform like the original. If the tank falls off it could create a fuel spill, fire, or even death.
Fuel tank on my 2007 ducati gt1000 has warped/distorted in such a manner that the right side of the tank no longer fits in it's frame mounts properly. This unit currently has 16,500 miles on the odometer. This is the 2nd fuel tank to be mounted on this motorcycle. The original tank that was mounted at the time the motorcycle was assembled also had the same warp/distortion issues at approx 5000 miles and was replaced under factory warranty.
The gas tank on my 2007 ducati gt 1000 sport classic is spreading, so much so that extra shims under the mounting pads can no longer rectify the condition. I am afraid that it will come off while the bike is in use.
1) gas tank warping due to tank material reaction to fuel with ethanol (the state in which I live, and many others, require 10% ethanol). Most eu countries where the bike is from have no ethanol in their gas. 2) tank warping may cause tank to come loose from holding brackets 3) tank was replaced with new tank though unsure if problem with ethanol reaction was corrected, as I have talked with multiple people who have had as many as 3 tanks replaced due to the same problem.
2007 ducati gt sport classic fuel tank spreading , tank deforming has caused the tank to move off the frame mounts. Tank is no longer secure to frame causing the potential for injury and accident.
I own a 2007 ducati sport classic. This bike has a well known design issue that causes the gas tank to "spread". Ducati has been replacing them under warranty, but the replacement has the same flawed design, and will fail also. My warranty is still in effect and the dealer just ordered my replacement tank, but I am concerned that when this next one spreads my warranty will be null.
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