gearbox filler

[oz_johnno]

I know its a dumb question but does anyone know where the filler for the gearbox is on an 86 model R65?

OZ

[bruce_launceston]

It should be the same as the earlier bikes. A filler plug with a 10mm Allen key on the side of the box just above the gear change shaft.

[Dizerens5]

Use an Allen socket if you have one. An Allen key will be difficult.

[Bob_Roller]

If the filler plug is stubborn, you may need to give a hit or two with a rubber or plastic face hammer/mallet .

Or, you can put a 10mm socket on the allen wrench, with a long extension and use that to get it to break free .

[oz_johnno]

Cheers guys....

OZ

[Olliepup]

It is strongly suggested that you invest in an owner's manual for your bike.
Wavy Dave

[montmil]

Like Wavy Dave says. [smiley=thumbsup.gif]

There's an R65 owners manual for download in the FAQs Section. It's for twin-shock models but we have gearboxes on our bikes, too.

[Olliepup]

 The '86 monoshock is very different from the earlier twin shock R65 models. It was similar to the R80 and R100, with a smaller engine. I don't know how similar the twin shock models were to the other models, but I think it was pretty unique.
I'd get the right manual.
Wavy

[Barry]

Yes, you want the correct owners manual.

Later editions of Haynes cover this model reasonably well if you want a workshop manual.  I picked up a very clean copy on ebay.

As has been said the gearbox filler should be the same for all so you can still look at the manual in FAQ.