ZX7R Oil/filter change

killa · Won't Shut Up Joined: 18 Oct 2004 Karma :

Could someone explain the process for doing so, i havent got Haines yet and i wanted to do it today.
What i take off, how much oil, do i do it when it's warm...etc

Thanks

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..... · Quote Me Happy Joined: 15 Jan 2005 Karma :

Warm up bike and turn it off. Find and undo sump plug and oil will pour out so make sure you have something to catch it in. Unscrew oil filter and more oil will pour out there. Leave it to drain for 20 minutes. Put new crush washer on sump plug (although I have used the old one before) and screw in a new oil filter hand tight - don't overtighten otherwise it could be a real pain to get undone next time. Fill with oil and bingo, good to go.

I don't know how much oil you need I'm afraid - how about a search on www.mcnninjas.co.uk ?

0ddball · World Chat Champion Joined: 15 Jul 2005 Karma :

A few specific points.

I think it's basically the same as the zxr so you need to remove the left hand fairing for access.

The oil filter is tucked behind the downpipes. If you're lucky you might be able to undo it by hand but there is only room to grip it with your fingertips so it's easier with a filter wrench. On other cars/bikes i usually half fill the new filter before fitting but because it's fitted horizontally i fit them dry to avoid spillage.

You'll have enough with a 4L bottle, get some good quality semi synthetic.
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killa · Won't Shut Up Joined: 18 Oct 2004 Karma :

Thanks for that, i imagined it was just like that.

I was concered about this filter, i don't have many tools, but i have small hands so here's hoping....

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fuzz · World Chat Champion Joined: 24 Mar 2004 Karma :

If the filter wont come off by hand, you can always bodge a screwdriver through it to add some leverage. Smear the filter seal with clean oil before fitting to create an airtight seal.
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Barry_M2 · World Chat Champion Joined: 09 Sep 2004 Karma :

The filter on the 7's are a pain in the ass to get to, or get any leverage on to undo them as they sit really close to the downpipes.

Take your time and try not to get too frustrated with it!

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