General Topics/Tech TipsDiscussion on break in periods, rider comfort, seats and pad suggestions. Tech tips as they become available will be posted here.
I always replace the drain plug o-rings. Something that cheap, it's not worth skimping on. At the most they cost $1 at the dealer. I just bought a pack of 15 on ebay for $1.99.
If you don't have one yet, the most important thing you can get yourself is the factory service manual! It spells out what you need and how to do it, also what things to do at each service interval. You may also find the owners manual useful, but hopefully already have that.
FWIW, I haven't replaced an o-ring on the last 3 bikes I've had, don't worry about it.....
I agree. I haven't done the o rings at all in 5 years of services and haven't had a new derby cover gasket for about the last four services. As long as they are in good condition, only replace them if they start leaking!!
Last edited by Oz Nightrain; 09-26-2016 at 03:32 PM.
I wouldn't shell out the $450 You can do it all. It's a great time to inspect everything and the adjustments are easy to do. You may want the O-rings and gaskets on hand but most likely you wont need them.