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Maz
10-08-12, 08:51 PM
Hi all,

I cannot get the oil cap off on the xvs!

I have really tried but it wont budge!

Any ideas or help?

Thanks all x

Wes
10-08-12, 09:04 PM
Maybe try warming the bike up for a bit could help if its a metal type :)

Maz
10-08-12, 09:13 PM
I tried that lol, it just wont budge I might try pliers or something tomorrow! I got a bit nift with it so had to walk away lol....

x

Dan505
10-08-12, 09:20 PM
Pics? Is it bolted on or twist type?

Maz
10-08-12, 09:50 PM
Its a twist...its a black cap with two humps like cammels...

I literally cannot get it off so I will try pliers once my fiance gets home in 5 x

voodoo
10-08-12, 09:56 PM
mole grips might work but I'd suggest wrapping the cap in a rag first so that you don't mangle it

Maz
10-08-12, 09:59 PM
Thanks Voodo x

Rabb
10-08-12, 10:29 PM
Put a flat blade screwdriver in between the two raised humps at an angle between them.
Then twist the right way.
Righty tighty, lefty loosey.

Swanny
10-08-12, 11:24 PM
Try giving it a gentle tap first?

Maz
11-08-12, 01:18 PM
Its off! Thanks all! Their was no engine oil at all in their!!!

No wonder why I concked out in Bowerhill (got it started agian though)...

Wes
11-08-12, 03:05 PM
Crikey im suprised you got that far :o

Geordie Stu
20-08-12, 08:49 AM
You've been very lucky. Have you changed the filter as well ?