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dodgerdad · November 14th, 2018, 08:28 PM

My little saga has successfully come to completion so I thought I'd pass on the info in hopes it may help someone down the road.

I installed an "oversized" drain plug (when you buy it, get the EXISTING drain plug size which in my case is an M12). When installing it I tightened it about half way, then backed it out and cleaned out a tiny bit of shavings. I threaded it again, all the way, and removed it to clean out the threads again.

I applied some Loc-Tite brand thread sealant (not thread locker) to the drain plug threads. It's white and somewhat resembles runny toothpaste. I then installed the plug and tightened it snugly. I then let it sit overnight.

As for future oil changes I just installed a used oil screen cover from a newgen ($20 Ebay) along with a new metal gasket.

I've put 95 miles on the bike now and it appears the oversized plug and thread sealant worked as I'd hope. Hope this helps someone in the future.

November 14th, 2018, 08:28 PM	#18
dodgerdad ninjette.org guru Name: Hector Location: SoCal Join Date: Sep 2018 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: 272	Conclusion My little saga has successfully come to completion so I thought I'd pass on the info in hopes it may help someone down the road. I installed an "oversized" drain plug (when you buy it, get the EXISTING drain plug size which in my case is an M12). When installing it I tightened it about half way, then backed it out and cleaned out a tiny bit of shavings. I threaded it again, all the way, and removed it to clean out the threads again. I applied some Loc-Tite brand thread sealant (not thread locker) to the drain plug threads. It's white and somewhat resembles runny toothpaste. I then installed the plug and tightened it snugly. I then let it sit overnight. As for future oil changes I just installed a used oil screen cover from a newgen ($20 Ebay) along with a new metal gasket. I've put 95 miles on the bike now and it appears the oversized plug and thread sealant worked as I'd hope. Hope this helps someone in the future. __________________________________________________ When you see me, it's already too late.
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