Jst2fst Posted August 30, 2010 Report Share Posted August 30, 2010 OK, so I went out yesterday and tried to change (emphasis on try) anyway I was using some spark plug tools from my tool kit and could not get the suckers loose ant all. Later only realizing that the plugs are not like normal car plugs but smaller. Does anyone know the speck for the plugs and where I can get the tools to replace my plugs. Also any suggestions on what spark plugs are good. I was thinking of getting some NGK's or Champion Cooper plugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidgetTodd Posted August 31, 2010 Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 This prolly wont end well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
that dude Posted August 31, 2010 Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 Plugs for your bike? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jst2fst Posted August 31, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 Yes, Spark Plugs for my bike guys.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jst2fst Posted August 31, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 Wow... I didn't even know motorcycles had spark plugs. When the fuck did this happen?Mine does and their a pain to get out... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted August 31, 2010 Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 they're Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jst2fst Posted August 31, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 Really... enough with correcting grammar I realized I used the wrong one. Can I get a serious answer on how to change these spark plugs or whatever they are please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jst2fst Posted August 31, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 You put the socket on the plug and turn it with a ratchet. I don't know why your tool kit wrench won't remove them' date=' but the socket size should fit unless the previous owner made a boo-boo.[/quote']I've already done that. I used the two sizes that I had an a extender with no luck. They're stuck and I have no clue on how to remove them. What size sockets do they have to change the plugs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidgetTodd Posted August 31, 2010 Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 Chances are that it is a 17mm' date=' but don't quote me.[/quote'] Quoted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted August 31, 2010 Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 http://lmgtfy.com/?q=Spark+Plug+Size%2C+Katana+600 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jblosser Posted August 31, 2010 Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 (edited) Looks like an NGK DR8ES plug is the consensus from teh intarwebs.Consensus also says 15/16" or 24mm socket.Gap is 0.026YRMV. Edited August 31, 2010 by jblosser added link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheech Posted August 31, 2010 Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 Looks like an NGK DR8ES plug is the consensus from teh intarwebs.Consensus also says 15/16" or 24mm socket.Gap is 0.026YRMV.From working on my '02 Kat, that sounds about right. Engines between the pre and post are different, but not by much in the spark plug area.Sounds like the previous owner didn't use anti-seize on the plug threads and they are on there but good. If you have a friend with an air wrench, I'd give him a call and see if you can borrow it to torque those bastards loose. When you replace them, make sure you put anti-seize on the threads otherwise you'll be whining again in a year or two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FZRMatt Posted August 31, 2010 Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 I'd get some PB Blaster from Home Depot (best penetrating fluid on the market IMO), and give them a squirt. Find a socket that fits and take them out. NGK is a good plug, just stay away from Champion! THEY SUCK!! (Again IMO) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevysoldier Posted August 31, 2010 Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 +1 on the PB Blaster. That stuff rocks.CS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted August 31, 2010 Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 They're not stuck. You're just not using the right socket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jst2fst Posted August 31, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 I'll give them another shot this weekend on removing them. I've already got some anti-seize to use. I'll have to see if Autozone or one of the parts stores has the right socket for me to use on the plugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedTriple44444 Posted August 31, 2010 Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 Don't you already have the new plugs? Figure out which socket you need one of them. Don't go at them with an air wrench unless you really want to learn about heli-coils. Just use steady pressure and they will come loose. NGK is a better plug. I wouldn't use the Champions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jst2fst Posted August 31, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 Yea, I like the NGK's as well I use them in my car. I called around and not many of the auto parts stores have them in stock or carry them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedTriple44444 Posted August 31, 2010 Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 I got mine for my Strom at Napa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jst2fst Posted August 31, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 I'll give Napa a call and see what they have in stock. I almost have my bike running only three things things left to do change the spark plugs add some new fuel and posssibly clean out the carbs. Everything else on the bike checks out okay excepts those things mentioned. It's a bit irritating. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedTriple44444 Posted August 31, 2010 Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 Napa by me can get stuff the same afternoon if you call in the morning. Don't know if there is just a warehouse close by or what, but they've done that a couple times for me. I use their oil filters on my Strom too. BTW, I bought the iridium plugs so I didn't have to change them out as often... something to think about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AOW Posted August 31, 2010 Report Share Posted August 31, 2010 make sure you allow the PB to sit and works its magic for a few minutes before trying to fuck up, I mean remove your plugs. NGK ftw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serpentracer Posted September 1, 2010 Report Share Posted September 1, 2010 man I hope you don't break one off..sometimes it's easier with a little heat in the motor. but don't put the new ones in a hot engine.that's how they get stuck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jst2fst Posted September 1, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 1, 2010 man I hope you don't break one off..sometimes it's easier with a little heat in the motor. but don't put the new ones in a hot engine.that's how they get stuck.Yea, that's exactly what I was trying not to do when I tried to take them out last weekend. I'm gonna use anti-seize on everything that I can get loose withing reason. So it I'll make for an easier dismantle over the winter months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greg39 Posted November 6, 2010 Report Share Posted November 6, 2010 sometimes there just really stuck!!! P.S. don't brake them off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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