Totally impressed with the ratio of respectful responses versus flame posts. Well played everyone.
I didn't see this written but someone might have, Apparently there is some concern with spark and ignition from a rider sitting on the bike and filing. For the same reason they tell people not to get in and out of their car while filling up. No I aint no fancy scientist type so I can't explain the physics or the legitimacy of the claim, but I do know that some attendants won't authorize the pump for safety reasons not for fear of theft.
I didn't see this written but someone might have, Apparently there is some concern with spark and ignition from a rider sitting on the bike and filing. For the same reason they tell people not to get in and out of their car while filling up. No I aint no fancy scientist type so I can't explain the physics or the legitimacy of the claim, but I do know that some attendants won't authorize the pump for safety reasons not for fear of theft.