Will a '79 fuel tank fit an '81 frame?

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Will a '79 fuel tank fit an '81 frame?

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I need a damaged tank to fit an '81 frame, but the bottom needs to be good. I'll cut out the bottom and fit it to a custom tank for the CBX project. When I'm done I'll publish the results on this site. I don't know if a '79/'80 tank will fit the '81/'82 frame. If you know, please tell me.
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Post by daves79x »

Leon:
Yes, an early tank will bolt right up to the late model. It's the seat conversion that's a little more work, but you can figure that out.

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I have a late model tank in San Diego you're welcome to. It's good.
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Early '79 CBX tanks did not have the slot cut out in the locating tabs, so you may have to exercise a dremel or a hacksaw to make it fit....
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