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Old Nov 10, 2018 | 08:25 AM
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Do you really have to remove the fuel tank on a 2018 Heritage to change the 2 plugs on the right side? I don't think it's a big deal to remove it, but just wondering if there is a way around it?
 
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Old Nov 11, 2018 | 06:57 AM
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Loosen with socket, then remove with this tool, install in reverse.

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/cpn-ct700
 
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Old Nov 11, 2018 | 09:15 AM
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Thanks. I think I will just remove the tank, should only take a few minutes.
 
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What changed that makes it so difficult to remove the plugs? They're easy to remove on my Heritage..

Edit: Wait a minute. You said the right side, not the left. What plugs are you talking about? Spark plugs?
 

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The new M8's have 4 plugs.
 
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Gotcha. I really have looked at the 2018's.

This might help..

https://www.fixmyhog.com/video/remov...s-tank-015336/
 
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It's possible to loosen the tank, and pivot it out of the way, but if you're going that far another minute or two will have it completely off the bike. A nearly empty tank makes it easier. I also use this tool to pull stubborn boots. The right side plugs are recessed, making it difficult to get a finger grip on the boots.




 
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Thanks for the help.
 
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Originally Posted by wadejesu
Loosen with socket, then remove with this tool, install in reverse.

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/cpn-ct700
Would somebody realy spend four bucks plus shipping for a piece of rubber hose they could get for about a dollar at Auto Zone???
 
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Originally Posted by wadejesu
Loosen with socket, then remove with this tool, install in reverse.

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/cpn-ct700
Would somebody realy spend four bucks plus shipping for a piece of rubber hose they could get for about a dollar at Auto Zone or about fifty cents for the clear stuff at ACE Hardware???
 
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