Is there a better final drive Oil fill plug?

Kyleman87 · 09-05-2018, 06:07 PM

Does anyone know of or recommend a better design of fill plug for the final drive?

I really don’t care for the slotted oem plug.

Wondering if there is a suitable aftermarket item?

**ringadingh** · 09-06-2018, 10:19 AM

There may be an oil filler plug that will fit, but the final drive plug is almost invisible to see unless you remove the sidebag, I can't see the bother of wanting to replace it unless its damaged .

**smokier** · 09-07-2018, 07:23 AM

I never tried, but is the engine oil fill cap the same size and thread? If so, there are a dozen oil fill caps out there for the 1500/1600. As Ringadingh stated, not sure it's worth effort.

Ride safe,
SMokier

Kyleman87 · 09-07-2018, 08:26 AM

That’s a good point. Next time I change oil, I will try the engine oil plug and see if it works, then I will know what my options are.

Ringadingh, you are exactly right, the previous owner boogered up the slots a little bit, so it is hard to get a good bite on it when tightening it down.

I looked at an oem replacement, but it looks like they run about $30 plus shipping.
Since mine still works, I’m not too worried about it, but i wouldn’t mind replacing it one of these days, I just hate to spend that kind of money for the oem item.

**MAS Tequila** · 09-07-2018, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Kyleman87

That’s a good point. Next time I change oil, I will try the engine oil plug and see if it works, then I will know what my options are.

Ringadingh, you are exactly right, the previous owner boogered up the slots a little bit, so it is hard to get a good bite on it when tightening it down.

I looked at an oem replacement, but it looks like they run about $30 plus shipping.
Since mine still works, I’m not too worried about it, but i wouldn’t mind replacing it one of these days, I just hate to spend that kind of money for the oem item.

cactusjack · 09-07-2018, 02:33 PM

Try the one under the seat.

Kyleman87 · 09-08-2018, 11:35 AM

CactusJack,

I don’t understand. Do you mean the tool pouch under the seat?

**MAS Tequila** · 09-08-2018, 04:16 PM

He thought you were looking for an outlet plug.

mbarr10 · 09-08-2018, 11:04 PM

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Does anyone know of or recommend a better design of fill plug for the final drive?

I really don’t care for the slotted oem plug.

Wondering if there is a suitable aftermarket item?

I think you just need a larger head screwdriver. That is what I used on My 1500 classic. The normal ones will make the slot really sloppy and even sloppier over time. I think that is the part you do not like, I know I did not like it either. But a massive screwdriver was my solution.

ldhthept · 09-09-2018, 12:14 AM

Large washer, then use a screwdriver through the hole wont harm the slot. I keep one in my tool bag.

MrMikey · 09-09-2018, 06:01 AM

Drag link socket works, just have to make sure you get one with a thinner slot, http://tinyurl.com/y929tuo4 .............Mike

radco · 09-09-2018, 10:30 AM

As mentioned all you need is a large washer.wrench or screw driver to turn it.. I took a old socket and cut a slot in it to fit the washer. it fit tight w/o welding for me, Plus side was I could use a torque wrench if I wanted :) I still have it some where and have a pic of it somewhere

cactusjack · 09-10-2018, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by MAS Tequila

He thought you were looking for an outlet plug.

No, it was an (apparently) poor attempt at humor.

VulcanE · 09-12-2018, 04:57 PM

I too just use a large flat washer and screwdriver, slot still looks good in the plug.

TrapperAH1G · 09-12-2018, 08:18 PM

I have a double headed wrench that came in a tool kit from one of my bikes....can't remember which one. Works for oil cap and rear end also.

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ringadingh Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Newmarket Ontario Canada Posts: 35,387	There may be an oil filler plug that will fit, but the final drive plug is almost invisible to see unless you remove the sidebag, I can't see the bother of wanting to replace it unless its damaged . __________________ 2002 Nomad aka Bountyhunter VBA #27 VROC #18951
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smokier Join Date: May 2015 Location: DBQ Iowa Posts: 1,807	I never tried, but is the engine oil fill cap the same size and thread? If so, there are a dozen oil fill caps out there for the 1500/1600. As Ringadingh stated, not sure it's worth effort. Ride safe, SMokier __________________ You only get one, so "Make it the best day ever!" 2014 Victory Cross County Tour Blue Fire Gloss (BFG) "Cruella" Brides Ride: 2012 Victory Crossroads in Sunset Red "Ruby" Previous Vulcans: '15 Vaquero, '12 Vaquero, '10 1700 Nomad, '04 1500 Classic, '01 1500 Classic, '88 Vulcan 750 VROC # 10967 \| VBA # 3115
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Kyleman87 Jr. Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Paducah Ky Posts: 36	That’s a good point. Next time I change oil, I will try the engine oil plug and see if it works, then I will know what my options are. Ringadingh, you are exactly right, the previous owner boogered up the slots a little bit, so it is hard to get a good bite on it when tightening it down. I looked at an oem replacement, but it looks like they run about $30 plus shipping. Since mine still works, I’m not too worried about it, but i wouldn’t mind replacing it one of these days, I just hate to spend that kind of money for the oem item. __________________ Kyle Stewart 2006 Nomad 1600
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Kyleman87 Jr. Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Paducah Ky Posts: 36	CactusJack, I don’t understand. Do you mean the tool pouch under the seat? __________________ Kyle Stewart 2006 Nomad 1600
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ldhthept Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Tallahassee FL Posts: 1,032	Large washer, then use a screwdriver through the hole wont harm the slot. I keep one in my tool bag.
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radco Sr. Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Dedham Maine Posts: 4,199	As mentioned all you need is a large washer.wrench or screw driver to turn it.. I took a old socket and cut a slot in it to fit the washer. it fit tight w/o welding for me, Plus side was I could use a torque wrench if I wanted :) I still have it some where and have a pic of it somewhere __________________ Last edited by radco; 09-09-2018 at 10:39 AM.
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VulcanE Sr. Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Cartersville, Georgia Posts: 4,838	I too just use a large flat washer and screwdriver, slot still looks good in the plug. __________________ Cliff "VulcanE" Evans 2005 Blue & Silver 1600 Nomad VBA # 320 VROC # 20381
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TrapperAH1G Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: West Central Washington Posts: 194	I have a double headed wrench that came in a tool kit from one of my bikes....can't remember which one. Works for oil cap and rear end also.
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