Can I simply say 'fill it up' when refueling a motorcycle?
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You can directly say 'fill it up'. Precautions for vehicle refueling: During refueling: The engine should be turned off, do not make phone calls or use mobile phones, and do not use open flames in the gas station. Do not make phone calls or use mobile phones in the gas station. When refueling, always turn off the engine. If there are many people, queue up and be orderly without cutting in line. When selecting fuel: Always choose gas stations with better quality fuel and avoid those with poor quality fuel. Long-term use of low-quality gasoline will lead to increased carbon deposits in the engine. Not only should you choose gas stations with better fuel quality, but also select the correct gasoline grade.
Last week, I rode my scooter to refuel and casually said ‘fill it up.’ The gas station attendant promptly reminded me, ‘Don’t overfill a motorcycle tank!’ That’s when I learned motorcycle fuel tanks are designed differently, especially those with the fuel cap under the seat—overfilling can easily cause spills. Gasoline leaking onto hot exhaust pipes is no joke, and the rubber seal around the fuel cap can degrade if soaked in fuel. Now, I always specify the amount to refuel and stop once the fuel level reaches the tank opening. Oh, and remember to stabilize your bike while refueling—last time, I saw a guy in the next lane spill half a tank because his bike wasn’t steady.
