changing the engine oil

[Arcane1729]

Bike Manual

Step 1: If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3 to 5 mins

Me: Well I can't... I don't have the bloody keys to start it which is why I need to drain this thing in the first place to put it on it's side to drop the forks- is this step really necessary?

What special tools is the manual on about??? Remove drain bolt requires spanner, putting in a new sealing washer requires nothing. job done surely?
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[Minty]

Nope, making it warm just makes it more runny and comes out easier.

And yes, remove bolt and then replace bolt.
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[Itchy]

You're supposed to torque up the oil drain bolt to the required torque as the sump is often alloy while the bolt is steel and over tightening and cause damage.

Me? I tighten it then give it a tiny turn to tighten it.
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[Arcane1729]

rightio thanks all... time to get this party started
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[chris-red]

You do not need to drain the oil to remove forks.
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[Nobby the Bastard]

Any particular reason why you can't just take the top yoke off to get at the ignition?
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[Arcane1729]

[Arcane1729]

I've removed the side fairings and bellypan off and drained the oil
pic b)

What is that fuel line coming out of engine but leading to nowhere in pic a)

How do I disconnect the front indicator wire so that I can get side fairings completely off in pic c)?
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A2 2017
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[grr666]

a. It's a breather, don't worry about it. It's supposed to vent to atmosphere.

b. easier to answer with a close up of the connectors
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[Arcane1729]

[iooi]

Bullet connectors just pull apart
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[grr666]

What he said, ^^^ they usually need quite a firm tug to pull apart. Hold one side with pliers for better grip.
Make sure they are snapped together firmly before final reassembly.
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[EazyDuz]

Kymco bikes have sealed motors which come with oil already filled. The oil lasts the life of the bike, NEVER change the oil, it's not a service procedure.
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