torque setting for sump plug

Hi Folks havent got a manual yet. can someone tell me to torque setting for the sump plug please?

 

The manual says 29 N-m or 22 Ft. lbs. No need to exceed that.

 

Maybe someone should have told previous owner! no washer and plug that tight im surprised it didnt bring a bit off the crankcase with it!

 

And Thanks.

 

My experience, using the Honda aluminum washer, anything over that will eventually squeeze out the aluminum until it starts wrapping around the head of the drain plug. I usually don't use a torque wrench, have trained myself that a certain amount of snug is good (you can feel the washer starting to squeeze)... check with torque wrench revealed that was 20-22 ft. lbs.

 

I don't use a torque wrench either, just a little bit past snug. Tight, but not OHMYGAWD tight.

 

Wish whoever fitted the oil filter followed this!
cant get it off its on too tight. filter wrench is crushing the filter rather than turning it !!

 

Same with a torque wrench on the filter... follow the filter manufacturer's instructions.... a bit of oil on the gasket, install until gasket contacts base, tighten another 1/2 turn. Much easier to get off next time.

 

Yep guess im going to have to hammer a screwdriver through the canister and try and get it to turn.

 

Yup ....had to do that on mine .... while putting the screwdriver away I found the tool that fits on the end of the filter, the one that comes free with the Honda filter

 

Got a tool coming but im getting impatient now lol

 

This type works pretty well..... doesn't have to be a branded one.

 

Got one like this coming but have gotten impatient. Screwdriver eventually did the job. Thats the bike serviced, just chain to adjust, put tghe bodywork back on and then give it a clean.

 

2006 VFr800;

Get a Torque Wrench and Always use it.

 

For all the extras and 'improvements' we make to bikes, the most important things are to change the engine oil and filter regularly, keep tyres at the correct pressure and with good tread, and keep the chain cleaned lubed and tensioned properly.

 

Thats excellent . Thanks

 

'ow many times 'ave i done that, laddie ?? still don't 'ave no proppa tooks.

 

I suppose we should mention that torques are usually specified "dry", and must be reduced significantly when "lubricated". I'll never understand why there's a torque spec on an oil filter.... none of the filter manufacturers specify that method of installation.