View Full Version : Spark plug change - how?
Do I have to remove the radiator to change the front plug?
K3 650 N
leemole
10-02-08, 11:04 PM
on my 99reg you just loosen the bolts and remove the horn, then prop the rad forward with a chunk of wood. bit awkward to do but not hard :)
John 675
10-02-08, 11:15 PM
on my 99reg you just loosen the bolts and remove the horn, then prop the rad forward with a chunk of wood. bit awkward to do but not hard :)
+1
I have a K3 S and no you don't need to - undo the bottom bolts and swing up and the rad then use the spark plug tool in the tool kit (plus a pair of pliers on the top to start) and it'll come out
BanannaMan
11-02-08, 04:40 AM
What others said....remove lower bolts, tilt radiator forward...
and....
then use the spark plug tool in the tool kit
This is a must for removing the spark plug without taking the radiator off.
dhtmldude
12-02-08, 09:18 PM
use a fuel rubber hose to pull the plug from the hole once losened.
yorkie_chris
13-02-08, 12:02 AM
Take the horn off, it gives you loads more room.
sv650k4
13-02-08, 12:05 AM
i changed my spark plugs on my injected model and all i done was take the 2 bolts of the rad i did not remove it completely and it worked very well and was very easy 2 do!!;)
Cheers I did it easily just tilting it forward like you all advised. Thanks loads.
shifter
13-02-08, 09:42 PM
I find although you can tilt the rad, I prefer to drop the coolant. That way you get new plugs and new coolant and not so much risk of damaging the rad!
Amongst other things, I changed my plugs today - put in iridium ones. I used the block of wood trick to hold the rad off. Dunno why really - it was running fine.. :confused: I think must have caught the biker 'throw money away' lurgi.. lol!
The plug caps have a set of holes in them. What's that for. And does it let the road spray in? I put some of that silicon gloop on the front cap but with seeing the holes I'm not sure if it will work. Messy stuff though..
thedonal
08-05-08, 11:18 AM
I've just ordered some iridium plugs- for anyone choking at the price, check these guys out-
http://www.spark-plugs.co.uk/ (http://www.spark-plugs.co.uk/) - £5.92+vat each. £1.50 delivery. Nice!
sam anon
08-05-08, 01:29 PM
Check this thread out, a search would have found it easily enough.
http://forums.sv650.org/showthread.php?t=109816
Check out the last few points, as these aren't covered in the manual or mentioned by many on the forum.
I'm trying mine tonight, good luck!
yorkie_chris
08-05-08, 01:31 PM
I think must have caught the biker 'throw money away' lurgi.. lol!
But they're shiny... and improve performance #sobs#
The first step is to admit you have a problem... noooo I can't do it ....
shelleyamy
08-05-08, 04:50 PM
Do I have to remove the radiator to change the front plug?
K3 650 N
Done mine to day replaced with NGK iridium.
The rear one is easy enough,but make sure you haven,t just filled up with petrol.
Left mine proped up while i went to get some banjo seals,came back to petrol leaking from the filler cap,and bubbled paint work around the top of the tank.
Will be an expensive plug change.
Mike
thedonal
12-05-08, 01:42 PM
Got mine in on the weekend- avoided above petrol issue (tank 1/2 full) and also, unlike last year, managed to spill very little oil when changing that and the filter.
Starting is still a little iffy on my bike- maybe choke plungers need cleaning and carbs balanced? But she is definitely running smoother now. Whether that's due to the iridium plugs or just the plugs/oil/filter being new, I'm not yet sure.
sam anon
12-05-08, 02:12 PM
Done mine to day replaced with NGK iridium.
The rear one is easy enough,but make sure you haven,t just filled up with petrol.
Left mine proped up while i went to get some banjo seals,came back to petrol leaking from the filler cap,and bubbled paint work around the top of the tank.
Will be an expensive plug change.
Mike
Jesus,
I've never known petrol to do that to paintwork before!
That said, you'll never do it again! I recently had to re-drain my bike and put on another new oil filter as I put car oil in her. You live and learn I guess!
yorkie_chris
12-05-08, 09:11 PM
Fuel-tank paint should be er ... fuel proof never heard of that happening before.
doofus4000
03-03-13, 11:43 AM
Ok so I'm planning on changing my plugs. Can someone confirm these steps from which I've picked up above
Rear cylinder..remove seat, lift up petrol tank and change plug from there.
Front cylinder..losses radiator screws, tilt forwards to gain access (and horn if necessary) and remove plug from there.
Looks straight forward but just a little awkward, how long are you talking to carry out the change anyone?
This thread has reminded me that when I change mine next I need a plug spanner. My bike didn't come with a Suzuki tool kit. What's the best plug spanner to get for the job?
21QUEST
11-05-13, 04:08 PM
This thread has reminded me that when I change mine next I need a plug spanner. My bike didn't come with a Suzuki tool kit. What's the best plug spanner to get for the job?
Hi mep, if you haven't got/bought one yet, send me a PM and I'd stick one in the post. You'd just need to pay for the cost for posting.
I can be a touch forgetful at times, so if it's not with you by Tuesday, just give me a nudge.
You can just bump this post up as I'm sometimes not logged on, especially when having quick browse, for the purpose of keeping abreast of the latest forum drivel :p
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