[FangShui]

It's also drilled for track-required safety wiring

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Magnetic-Pr...fits=Model:YZF+R3&hash=item4d35efc772&vxp=mtr

Here's the matching Oil Filler Bolt

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Size-27x3-M...fits=Model:YZF+R3&hash=item4d35e2843f&vxp=mtr

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[Contrails]

I really want these, but near as I can tell, I can't change out the stock versions and still be AFM Production legal, which makes ZERO sense to me... not that it matters in the short term, but it might next year...

 

[FangShui]

I really want these, but near as I can tell, I can't change out the stock versions and still be AFM Production legal, which makes ZERO sense to me... not that it matters in the short term, but it might next year...

It's really strange that, with all that the AFM Production Class rules allow you to do, you can't change out a couple threaded plugs.............

 

[mgfchapin]

Sweet, thanks for posting. Ordering one now.

 

[Stirz]

I really want these, but near as I can tell, I can't change out the stock versions and still be AFM Production legal, which makes ZERO sense to me... not that it matters in the short term, but it might next year...

I think I'd argue this one with AFM.

Section 8.1.1 f - specifically requires safety wired bolts with fluids behind them - oil drain plug is no-brainer.
Section 9.1.6 p - allows replacement of fasteners if no 'intentional' weight savings is gained. We're talking grams of potential weight here -

The overriding safety requirement rules would negate the miniscule weight loss with a new drain plug. The intent of 9.1.6 p is to keep guys from going full titanium for all their fasteners.


Sidebar: USBA allows Ninja 300's to run in 250 production class "as long as they are factory stock". What that really means is that you can replace bodywork and do typical race prep, but no suspension, exhaust or engine mods. Replacing a oil drain plug isn't even on our Tech's radar....

 

[Contrails]

Yeah, I'm with ya.

I might just do it and if anyone cries bloody murder because I beat them due to my fancy filler cap, we'll see what happens.

EDIT: I bought them.

 

[Capitalview]

Looking forward to hear how the transaction goes. That guys feedback isn't exactly the best.

I should add, I know his feedback is above 99%. I actually read the reviews though. It isn't so much the response the seller leaves, but rather, the lack of responses on some of the transactions.

 

[Contrails]

Well, I kind of cheated and bought them directly from Moto-D

 

[Capitalview]

Really? I checked out their site and didn't see the right thread pitch and length. What did you get? link please!

Asking because STG has them listed but as 14x1.5x16

Moto-D doesn't list any in that size.

 

[Contrails]

The eBay pages specified the drain plug as M14X1.5 and the cap as M27x3, so that's what I chose on the Moto-D site.

But yeah, the drain plug is 12mm long and not 16.

Oh well. I guess I'll find out if they're wrong in a few days

 

[mgfchapin]

On Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/MOTO-D-Motorcycle-Drain-Bolt-M14x1-5/dp/B00JALZHA8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1438751048&sr=8-1&keywords=moto-d+motorcycle+drain+bolt

 

[Contrails]

Of course, now that I look in the service manual, it says the drain bolt is M12, not M14 :/

 

[t-rav_12]

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Sorry, posted in the wrong area.

 

[FangShui]

I'm hoping those plugs are the right size for the R3.

The compatibility finder on their eBay listings says they are.

Is it too much to hope that at least ONE part is standardized across several motorcycles? Maybe so.

 

[Contrails]

I'm hoping those plugs are the right size for the R3.

The compatibility finder on their eBay listings says they are.

Is it too much to hope that at least ONE part is standardized across several motorcycles? Maybe so.

Well, I have a M14 AND and M12 on the way because I trust no one >

 

[FangShui]

Well, I have a M14 AND and M12 on the way because I trust no one >

Good policy. My motto is "Never Trust The Living"

On my Scion xB:

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[SpearsRacing]

SO I have seen the Topic of the post and Figured I would pull a plug out of the engine Im building!!!!! So it is a 12mm x 1.50 and I have the same ones we use on all of our race engines....they are Aluminum and not drilled(big cost here...they are $10.00 plus shipping(std or Priority)

 

[Contrails]

SO I have seen the Topic of the post and Figured I would pull a plug out of the engine Im building!!!!! So it is a 12mm x 1.50 and I have the same ones we use on all of our race engines....they are Aluminum and not drilled(big cost here...they are $10.00 plus shipping(std or Priority)

Just goes to show... always trust the manual!

 

[Capitalview]

So did the 12mm plug and the oil fill plug work out?

Just curious before I order.

 

[Contrails]

Not sure yet. I have the plugs but I don't have the bike (won't until Saturday). But Mr. Spears above says its 12, and so does the manual, so that's where my money is.