How do you get to the Spark Plug?

[p40whk]

Went to change the oil and plug this weekend and couldn't figure out the easiest way to get to the plug. I could see it through the slotted panel on the side but wasn't sure if that even came off. It would be easy to change if you can easily remove this panel but it was late and I didn't want to risk breaking something trying to figure it out on my own.

The owners manual tells you how to inspect the plug but not how to remove it and I don't have the service manual.

I also wish there was a universal replacement part for the oil filter. It's impossible to find the HiFlo HF566 anywhere and the dealer wants $28 for an OEM filter 

I cleaned the original with Stoddard Solvent (an old trick I learned as a jet engine mechanic) but need to replace it soon. Jenny here on the forums said she has them but it would be nice to be able to get them locally.

[TANWare]

The plug is tough but can be done.

1.) use a socket ratchet wrench from underneath the bike to break the plug loose.
2.) use the inluced socket wrench from the bike to spin out the plug.
3.) spin the new plug back in with the bikes wrench.
4.) use the ratchet wrench to snug the plug in.

it is a tight area to work in but again doable and small hands helps, my clubs didn't...................

[racewalker]

Remove the seat, remove the luggage box. you will see the spark plug wire. Easiest this way  You need to remove the seat and luggage box to do just about anything on these units.

[TANWare]

Sure, now he tells me...... I went the way I did as we have a wrench that supposedly if we break down on the road we can do the plug. I am not sure though it is possible with this wrench only we could get the plug to break free.

The other advantage of the CR7EIX is it should last longer................

[racewalker]

I haven't gone through the tool kit on this one but there should be a 10 mil wrench. 4 nuts to remove the seat, 2 nuts and 2 bolts to remove the storage box and unplug the light in the side.

[TANWare]

Don't know if there is a 10 mil there, do not remember it but I'll check later..............

[p40whk]

Thanks Guys,

I bought the CR7EIX plugs the other day and will go the seat removal route.

Any of you have a good source for oil filters?

[racewalker]

Yes Jenny. I can buy 2 from her with shipping to canada cheaper and faster than I can get one from my local dealer. I am buying all my parts from her now!