Gas gauge issues

Kris_2009Ninja · March 7th, 2010, 12:54 AM

Has anyone else had a issue with the gas gauge on ninja 250r? The tank is full but the gauge says empty

jonthechron · March 7th, 2010, 07:49 AM

It's probably the most common problem with the 08+ 250r

ninja250 · March 7th, 2010, 10:02 AM

My gas gauge says I have less gas than I actually do.
It says 7/8ths tank when I'm full to the brim.
I guess that's a good thing. I refuel at 1/8th tank so means I prolly have 1/4 tank left every time I refuel. Would explain the $8 fill-ups.

My speedo indicates 5mph faster than I'm really moving too.
None of the gauges are ever really perfect on these things.

fujimumu · March 8th, 2010, 10:29 PM

My gas gauge shows empty with about a gallon left.

miks · March 8th, 2010, 11:24 PM

Mines inaccurate too, thats why I judge by the trip meter instead.

Kris_2009Ninja · March 8th, 2010, 11:59 PM

guessing there's not a fix for it?

kkim · March 9th, 2010, 01:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kris_2009Ninja

Has anyone else had a issue with the gas gauge on ninja 250r? The tank is full but the gauge says empty

are you saying even when your gas tank is full your gauge reads empty or that your gauge does not accurately reflect the amount of gas in your tank?

Kris_2009Ninja · March 9th, 2010, 01:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kkim

are you saying even when your gas tank is full your gauge reads empty or that your gauge does not accurately reflect the amount of gas in your tank?

Tank is completely full at the moment, gas gauge says empty tho...never moves

Cedilla · March 9th, 2010, 01:16 AM

My fuel gage is slightly inaccurate, but its no worse than any of the cars I've owned.

kkim · March 9th, 2010, 01:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kris_2009Ninja

Tank is completely full at the moment, gas gauge says empty tho...never moves

That sounds like a dead fuel sender issue. make sure the wires are securely connected to the sender under the tank. If the bike is still under warranty, have it checked by the dealer if you would like it replaced.

CZroe · March 9th, 2010, 03:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by miks

Mines inaccurate too, thats why I judge by the trip meter instead.

Both have failed me.

Banzai · March 9th, 2010, 04:46 AM

The only fix for the fuel level issue is a new sender.

The sense coil is wound all funky(sometimes) and the wiper has too much tension and wears out the button (usually) and the wire coil. If your gas gauge isn't indicating at all, as KKIM stated, either the sender is disocnnected (under the tank) or the sender is dead or the gauge is dead. Start with the easy stuff first.

Luckily, the replacement is only about 30 minutes worth of work.

Dano · March 9th, 2010, 09:35 AM

I can never understand why motorcycle gauges are always so inaccurate. Its not like the technology isn't there. I remember reading in a magazine one brand of bikes had really accurate guages. I know different tire brands and profile may affect the guage but by over 10%. Also the fuel guage should be a easy one to get right.

Seattle_Chris · March 15th, 2010, 05:01 AM

My tank fills from empty tend to be just shy of 4 gallons. 3.8 or so. I kinda like it actually. It's like setting your clock ten minutes ahead so you're never late.

March 7th, 2010, 12:54 AM	#1
Kris_2009Ninja ninjette.org newbie Name: Kris Location: Springfield Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: 4	Gas gauge issues Has anyone else had a issue with the gas gauge on ninja 250r? The tank is full but the gauge says empty

March 7th, 2010, 10:02 AM	#3
ninja250 You are sleeping Name: Casey Location: LMFAO!!! Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2 Posts: A lot.	My gas gauge says I have less gas than I actually do. It says 7/8ths tank when I'm full to the brim. I guess that's a good thing. I refuel at 1/8th tank so means I prolly have 1/4 tank left every time I refuel. Would explain the $8 fill-ups. My speedo indicates 5mph faster than I'm really moving too. None of the gauges are ever really perfect on these things. __________________________________________________ <Yeah, it's a 250. LMFAO! Weaksauce

March 8th, 2010, 11:24 PM	#5
miks I'm lovin' it. Name: Mike Location: Melb, Australia Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Black 250R Posts: A lot.	Mines inaccurate too, thats why I judge by the trip meter instead. __________________________________________________ Son: When I grow up I want to ride a motorbike. Father: You can't do both son.

March 9th, 2010, 01:16 AM	#9
Cedilla ninjette.org sage Name: Chris Location: Huntsville, AL Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250 (sold) Posts: 755	My fuel gage is slightly inaccurate, but its no worse than any of the cars I've owned. __________________________________________________ The Ninjette is not a disposable bike. You are not ever supposed to get rid of it. It is like a [friendly] herpes virus.... once you got it, you get keep it forever. Originally posted by-Headshrink

March 9th, 2010, 04:46 AM	#12
Banzai Psychic war veteran Name: Thomas Location: Norfolk, VA Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Kawi Green '09 Ninja ZX6R Posts: 663	The only fix for the fuel level issue is a new sender. The sense coil is wound all funky(sometimes) and the wiper has too much tension and wears out the button (usually) and the wire coil. If your gas gauge isn't indicating at all, as KKIM stated, either the sender is disocnnected (under the tank) or the sender is dead or the gauge is dead. Start with the easy stuff first. Luckily, the replacement is only about 30 minutes worth of work. __________________________________________________ * If you're arguing with some idiot over the internet, chances are pretty good he's doing the same thing! Zodiac Mindwarp and the Love Reaction

March 7th, 2010, 07:49 AM	#2
jonthechron ninjette.org sage Name: Jon Location: Usa Join Date: Jan 2010 Motorcycle(s): magHitVE Posts: 649	It's probably the most common problem with the 08+ 250r

March 8th, 2010, 10:29 PM	#4
fujimumu ninjette.org member Name: Kensai Location: New Jersey Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): Blue 2009 Ninja 250R Posts: 103	My gas gauge shows empty with about a gallon left.

March 8th, 2010, 11:59 PM	#6
Kris_2009Ninja ninjette.org newbie Name: Kris Location: Springfield Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: 4	guessing there's not a fix for it?

March 9th, 2010, 09:35 AM	#13
Dano ninjette.org sage Name: Dan Location: Perryopolis, PA Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): 09' Blue Ninja 250R and 07' Honda 919 Posts: 605	I can never understand why motorcycle gauges are always so inaccurate. Its not like the technology isn't there. I remember reading in a magazine one brand of bikes had really accurate guages. I know different tire brands and profile may affect the guage but by over 10%. Also the fuel guage should be a easy one to get right.

March 15th, 2010, 05:01 AM	#14
Seattle_Chris Newb since 10/2009 Name: Chris Location: Seattle Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 SE. Slowly morphing to ADV bike. :D Posts: 182	My tank fills from empty tend to be just shy of 4 gallons. 3.8 or so. I kinda like it actually. It's like setting your clock ten minutes ahead so you're never late.

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