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« on: December 12, 2006, 06:39:58 PM »
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Ok, I give up.  I've got all the side plastic off (front fairing takes too many zip ties), and I can't find this thing.

I don't have an owner's or shop manual.  Where is it?

Probably should have asked before I drained all the oil out...
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« on: December 12, 2006, 06:39:58 PM »
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« Reply #1 on: December 12, 2006, 08:00:09 PM »
It is right next to the main drian plug.  It is a cartridge insert not a spin on.  A bit messy but not bad.  Good luck.  

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« Reply #2 on: December 12, 2006, 08:04:03 PM »
Darrick,   it sounds like you have an internal oil filter. i don't know the engine but look for a cover on the engine that looks like the size of the oil filter. (you do have a filter?)  you could also go to the Kawasaki web page and look up the owner's manual.

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« Reply #3 on: December 12, 2006, 09:27:24 PM »
Quote from: nwconk on December 12, 2006, 08:00:09 PM

It is right next to the main drian plug.  It is a cartridge insert not a spin on.  A bit messy but not bad.  Good luck.  

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Its that large flat round plate with a bolt head in the middle, near one of the TWO oil drain plugs. Yes, you have to drain both! Loosen it and the plate will drop out revealing a paper filter. Make sure you get all the parts in the proper order, and don't lose the washer that usually sticks to the filter.

Best advice - Run, don't walk to the nearest Kawi dealer and get a shop manual!  Also, spend some time over at http://www.concours.org The Concours Owners Group ae very helpful folks
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« Reply #4 on: December 13, 2006, 07:12:51 AM »
Thanks guys!  

I think I got everything set, but I can't find the other drain plug.  What should I look for?
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« Reply #5 on: December 13, 2006, 07:57:14 AM »
There's 2 drain plugs the same size, 17mm, I think. Both should have a crush washer on them.

Not a good picture, but it may help.

http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i179/brkhldr58/Drainplugs.jpg
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« Reply #6 on: December 13, 2006, 08:15:54 AM »
You guys are the best!  Thanks again for helping the noob!
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« Reply #7 on: December 13, 2006, 04:07:16 PM »
You might also want to check out Murphs for the Bergmen Engineering Spin On Oil Filter Adapter Kit.  Depends if you think it's worth the $110.00 for easier oil changes...
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« Reply #8 on: December 14, 2006, 09:36:51 AM »
I've got that spin-on adapter on my Rex.  An excellent investment in reduced mess and frustration!  Bigok
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