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Dumb spark plug question 19 Feb 2009 21:58 #266350

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Hey guys,

I'm doing the tune-up thing before the really nice weather starts rolling in. Got a new spark plug to swap out the old one, but when I went to remove the old with my trusty 5/8" spark plug socket, I realized my tool wasn't big enough (no pun intended). Does anyone know the right size socket for a 1980 kz250? I have seen anywhere from 18mm to 21mm listed online, none specifying they will work for my plug/bike, and the repair manual just lists a part number and the infamous "spark plug wrench" description.

Thanks in advance for help,

Clutch

Southern Maryland, USA

1980 KZ250 LTD (traded, but still missed)
1982 KZ750 E3 (Cafe Project) (Dyna-S, Dyna Coils, V&H 4-1, K&N Pods, 6 Sigma Jet Kit, Acewell Computer, Woodcraft Clip-ons, Custom Rewire)
1966 A1 Samurai (Restoration Project)

Wish List:
KZ1000 P (For a "touring" bike)
Z1 (need I...

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Dumb spark plug question 20 Feb 2009 05:44 #266453

Bluemeanie Offline User Posts: 2519 Thank you received: 14	clutch, you have to think "old school"! All vehicles and I suspect most newer bikes use 5/8" plugs but way back in the olden days they were using 13/16" plugs and that is the size spark plug socket you need. 1980 KZ650F1, Bought new out the door for $2,162.98!
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