I have encountered my first mechanical problem in record time. I did an oil change yesterday in preparation for my departure tomorrow. It all went smoothly.
Today, when I was packing away all the bits and bobs I noticed the crush washer for the oil drain plug in the paint tray I was using as an oil pan. It had dropped into the oil when it was draining and I didn't notice it.
This washer needs to be on the plug to create a seal. So I need to take the plug back out. Which means the fresh 2.5 litres of oil is going to drain out.
I have worked out three work arounds for this.
1. Don't worry about it.
2. Turn the bike upside down so no oil can drain out (bike is 210kg) and replace the washer.
3. Take the plug out, stick my thumb in, put the washer on, take thumb out, put the plug back in, top up oil.
I think I'll try option 3. I don't have enough oil to replace it all so if I lose the lot I'll have to borrow a car to go to Kempsey to get more. On election day. Yuck.
That will mean I'll be delayed leaving but whatever.
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