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Oil drain plug.

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Can someone let me know what size socket I need to use on the oil drain plug on a 78' GS 550?

Thanks.
 
Thanks cowboyup. Much appreciated.

I was just about to head out and buy a 20mm (that was what I guessed it to be)

Bruce.
 
I would ensure you get the 19, 20, and 21 as you'll need them. Plus, you'll want a 24 for the rear wheel and a 30 and 32 for a couple of other areas
 
I use a 13/16 combo wrench on mine. But I have clearance and am filthy cheap
especially in areas of false economy.

Ahh Crappy Tire beckons.
 
cowboyup3371 said:
I would ensure you get the 19, 20, and 21 as you'll need them. Plus, you'll want a 24 for the rear wheel and a 30 and 32 for a couple of other areas
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Too late. I went and got the 21 right after your post.
I do have to go back tomorrow to get a drain pan anyway (I don't know where I thought I was gonna drain the oil into in the first place. duh)
So, I will pick up a 20,21,24,30 and 32 (already have the 19).

@rustyjeep: crappy tire! you must be rich! (kidding)
I went the Princess auto route.
$2.50 a socket for rarely used sockets
works for me. The rest of my tools are
a little higher quality.

Bruce.
 
What is the length of the thread in metric & the total length of the bolt, as i need to do an oil change, but the bolt is right above my 4-1 pipes. Need to know if i must also buy exhaust gaskets in case i need to drop the exhaust to remove bolt.
 
Roadkill2 said:
What is the length of the thread in metric & the total length of the bolt, as i need to do an oil change, but the bolt is right above my 4-1 pipes. Need to know if i must also buy exhaust gaskets in case i need to drop the exhaust to remove bolt.
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I am no expert but you will have to drop the pipes to drain the oil if you have a 4 into 1 pipe.

Unless you have monkey fingers....
 
Those o-ring exhaust gaskets are reusable, but it never hurts to have a set on hand "just in case".
 
And they aren't that expensive Roadkill. You should put your bike info in your signature block so we could possibly be able to help you out better.
 
brslk said:
I am no expert but you will have to drop the pipes to drain the oil if you have a 4 into 1 pipe.

Unless you have monkey fingers....
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Some pipes you do, some you don't. I never had to with V&H pipes on several GSes. Wiggling the filter out took a little thinking but it wasn't hard.
 
Sorry GS1000G, i forgot to specify that i need the drain plug lengths. Oil filter was done at last service
 
So you're going to run clean oil through a dirty filter? tsk, tsk...
I know many here will say you'll be fine, but why? Especially when you already are down there with the oil drained?
 
I usually change my filter every Other oil change, lol.
I'm just superstitiously weird like that.

Once it starts looking black enough, I just drain and refill, done fast.
 
Length ??: 3/4" If you don't take the ex pipe off put some foil over it to protect from spills
 
brslk said:
I do have to go back tomorrow to get a drain pan anyway (I don't know where I thought I was gonna drain the oil into in the first place. duh)
Bruce.
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You do know that any old biscuit tin, basin, bowl, etc will do the job?
You don't have to go out and buy a special container to empty your oil into.
 
Guy said:
You do know that any old biscuit tin, basin, bowl, etc will do the job?
You don't have to go out and buy a special container to empty your oil into.
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Or a flat cardboard box and a garbage bag. Your neighbor's lawn works in a pinch.
 
Guy said:
You do know that any old biscuit tin, basin, bowl, etc will do the job?
You don't have to go out and buy a special container to empty your oil into.
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The wife would kill me if I used any of those. Besides, I just got back from buying one and it only cost $3.99 with a built in spout.

Bruce.
 
Hi, I'm new to this forum, I have searched and had no joy - although this thread is close.

I have just got hold of a 1983 650G - shaft drive Katana. Serviced by a dealer I have seen that the oil has been overfilled - it's perfect on the side stand - too full on the centre. So......I will dump the oil and put it back in (only a little less). It was serviced 300kms ago so oil should be good. My question is this - what torque setting do I need to use on the oil drain bolt? The book just says "securely".

A second question (picked up after reading a few threads) my petrol tap seems jammed in Res - the bike runs (well for its age) so I don't see it as a priority but as I'm newly returned to GS' after 24yrs all experienced advice welcome. I'm off to re-read the GS site. Cheers Opa.
 
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