Topic: cb650c Spark pugs... wtf is with #2 & #3

[BigDaddyP77]

After dumping my bike and haveing to wait for replacement parts, i decided to take off the carbs to clean them as well as install the set of iridium plugs i've had for a month.  I got #1 and #4 done no prob, how the hell are you supposed to get #2 and #3 changed?   You can't fit a deep socket in the space and you can fit a shallow socket in but of course, it's to shallow to be useful.  does ANYONE have and tips on how to get around this stupid design flaw?

[eurban]

Use the the spark plug removal tool that comes in the OEM tool kit.  Or in your case, locate, buy and use the previously mentioned tool . . .You might find a suitable spark plug tool at Sears etc but the stock tool really works the best.

[NickC]

I got mine from the honda dealer. I think it was about 10 or 15 bucks, but I couldn't find any other way. Not to mention it works great

[upperlake04]

You can custom make one..

[BigDaddyP77]

Interesting custom tool.  I might be able to do that.  i'll cann honda too.  as for the OEM tool kit...MIA when i bought the bike.

[Sporkfly]

Buy an 18mm spark plug socket or an 18mm socket and fire that grinder up.

[tomkimberly]

Removing the tack drive sure make getting to the # 3 plug much easier.

Tom

[WFO]

To install the plugs slide a length of fuel line into the top of the plug it helps avoid cross threading, i have a 650 and ran into the same problem i used the tool kit for removal.