Bonny Oil Change

Discussion in 'Technical Help' started by Beefy666, May 27, 2017.

  1. Beefy666

    Beefy666 New Member

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    #1 Beefy666, May 27, 2017
    Help required
    Before I do my oil change can some one help

    Draining oil is this done via the sump I have the oil in frame not quite sure

    Also where is the top up measure

    Any help would be great
    Thanks
    Beefy
     
  2. thebiglad

    thebiglad Old fart, still riding !

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    #2 thebiglad, May 27, 2017
    Can you give full details of your bike please Beefy, sounds like an original Bonny?
     
  3. Beefy666

    Beefy666 New Member

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    #3 Beefy666, May 27, 2017
    Yes it's a 1980 t140 750cc oil in frame model

    IMG_0738.JPG
     
  4. thebiglad

    thebiglad Old fart, still riding !

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    #4 thebiglad, May 27, 2017
    One of the "old boys" will be along soon, to help you Beefy. I'm too young to know ;);):D:D
     
  5. stevethegoolie

    stevethegoolie Elite Member

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    #5 stevethegoolie, May 27, 2017
    Hi, Beefy ..... really not sure but I always thought that there was a drain plug at the bottom of the frame tube behind the engine. I also thought that the filler cap had a dipstick built in to it. However I could be very wrong as it is many years since I knew anyone with an oif Bonnie.
    If all else fails look out for someone who already has such a beast (or even a late BSA 650) and ask them. You could also try picking the brains of a parts supplier/dealer for such bikes.
    Sorry I can't be more helpful.:(
     
  6. Davie_M

    Davie_M Active Member

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    #6 Davie_M, May 27, 2017
    Has it not got a drain plug on the frame on the down tube at the rear of the motor been 30 year since i had mine
     
  7. Beefy666

    Beefy666 New Member

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    #7 Beefy666, May 27, 2017
     
  8. Beefy666

    Beefy666 New Member

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    #8 Beefy666, May 27, 2017
    Thanks it got a drain plug there and a dip stick
    Many thanks wasn't quite sure if the engine had a plug as well

    I'll give it ago over the weekend
     
  9. Beefy666

    Beefy666 New Member

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    #9 Beefy666, May 27, 2017
    Yes thanks I'll give it a try tomorrow
     
  10. Beefy666

    Beefy666 New Member

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    #10 Beefy666, May 28, 2017
    You don't know how the best way to free the clutch plates,do u
    Someone said put it in neutral pull the clutch in and kick it until it frees???
     
  11. Oldyam

    Oldyam Grumpy Old Git

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    #11 Oldyam, May 28, 2017
    If youre going to try to free off the clutch that way make sure the ignition is OFF and there is a clear run in front of you and that youre standing astride the bike holding the front brake on ........... just in case.
     
  12. stevethegoolie

    stevethegoolie Elite Member

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    #12 stevethegoolie, May 28, 2017
    Correct.:)
    Standard procedure with older Triumphs. Well, it was with mine - when I were a lad!
     
  13. Beefy666

    Beefy666 New Member

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    #13 Beefy666, May 30, 2017
    Many thanks all working well now sounds great
     
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  14. Beefy666

    Beefy666 New Member

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    #14 Beefy666, May 30, 2017
    Many thanks for your help all working now sounds great just mot to go
     
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