Oil Filter

[Rob Mc]

Ha Honda Tech
Is there a special tool to undo the oil filter on the 1300, It has been factory installed and I cannot for the life of me get it undone.
Thanks
Rob

[Brock]

its been over tightened. If really needed, the old hammer a screwdriver through works.

when refitting, put a film of oil on the rubber seal, do up until the filter meets the the seat and then do up about 1/3 to 1/2 turn. dont over do it.

[honda tech]

Yeah had to use that trick before.
But. The answer is yes. Honda do a filter tool that is just a cup type that has a 17mm hex nut welded to it so you can get a spanner in it. That's what I use on all Hondas/Kawasaki/yamahas.
You used to get them with the gen oem oil filters but I can get them for around $15 if you want me to send you one. Handy to have.
Other than that. Just warm up the engine a little. That helps to. And use a big pair or grips to undo it. BUT.. If you do that it's no going back using the right tool.
I'm always one in saying. The right tool for the right job. Hence why my tool box is worth over $20,000

[honda tech]

Plus I've just seen. Factory installed and a 2008 bike ????? Been too long to change the oil. Every 6 months or 6,000km

[Wild Rose]

I purchased my OEM oil filter remover from Toowoomba Honda. It comes with a oil filter included
About $38 all up,which works out about $15 for the removing tool.
Money well spent 

[Rob Mc]

Thanks Honda Tech
Your right about the time between oil changes , my mistake meant to say fitted by the Honda Dealership at its last service thought I would do my own oil changes from now on. If its ok with you I would like to take you up on your offer of sending me the tool you spoke of. If not a problem I will PM you with my details just let me know what I need to send you to cover all costs.
Rob

[honda tech]

No problem just pm me your details and I'll send one up.

[Bluey]

I use a large hose clamp with a large allen key trapped between the filter and the hose clamp. Works a treat. If anyone is interested in the technique, I'll take a photo to show what I mean.

[alans1100]

Every 6 months or 6,000km

Maybe I should keep my 1100 with it's 12000km oil change interval.

[Bikebear]

This is the filter removal tool I use, it's compact and tightens up enough for the small diameter filters.

[StinkyPete]

....... my tool box is worth over $20,000

I just love out of context quotes.   Your tool box would be worth a fortune if you counted the value of the tools it contained.   

[saaz]

I have used this as for a number of years. It replaced 2 other specific size filter tools, and is more compact to get in to do the ST11 filter.

This is the filter removal tool I use, it's compact and tightens up enough for the small diameter filters.