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[VTXGRL]

Hi guys; I did a search on spark plugs here in the forum and it seems there's a few different types used.  Could some one educate me?  I've got the 1300 and need to change the plugs, so what are the advantages/disadvantages to the different brands and such?  I recall seeing one post where there were some plugs for around $17...    Also, I take it Autozone or O'Reilly's will have the plugs and I don't need to go to the Honda shop?

Also, I know there's two different kinds of lubricant to put on the top and bottom of each plug, but I don't remember what they are and which one goes where.  Somebody wanna help a blonde out?

Thanks!

[RedDragon]

Try this!

www.bareasschoppers.com/plugs

[VTXGRL]

Try this!

www.bareasschoppers.com/plugs

Thanks.  Is he referencing an 1800 or 1300?

[RedDragon]

Try this!

www.bareasschoppers.com/plugs

Thanks.  Is he referencing an 1800 or 1300?

I would think it is for both!

[RedDragon]

Well it maybe just the 1800, looks like the 1300 has a different part numbers. You may ask some of the 1300 guys!

[SouthernXer]

I think the 13's are different, too.     I would think there still should be a cross referenced plug that is less expensive.

[xcaliber]

 I just replaced the plugs in my 1800, iridium tip, more valuable than gold, $16 a piece x 4 = $64 for SPARK PLUGS.....YIKES!

[rod181]

I use the Bosch Platinum +4 works great and never had aproblem with it. plus total cost was $28.00. 

[Dusty]

I did a search on the 1300 board on the VTXOA. LOTS OF TALK ABOUT PLUGS BUT VERY LITTLE REFERENCE TO THE MAKE OR REFERENCE NUMBERS. These two threads did mention some reference #'s. Hope it helps, got to get to work.

http://www.vtxoa.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=255207&p=2421753&hilit=which+spark+plugs#p2421753

http://www.vtxoa.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=241947&p=2307249&hilit=+which+spark+plugs#p2307249

[redfrog]

I work at O'Reilly's and we have most of the Plugs people want. Also, oil filters and in my store we are stocking battery's for the VTX..Wonder why..lol

[VTXGRL]

Wow, I think I'm getting information overload!  If I decide to go with the NGK "cooler" plug for a 1300, what stock/reference number am I looking for?

Also, in deciding on a hot/cold plug, I do about 50/50 in riding around.  To work I average 70mph, 30 miles to work.  Weekends could be 70mph+ or cruising around at 40-50mph.  It sounds like I should stick with a cold one since I'm stock.

Final question, and yes dangit, I'm learning all of this... I can buy motorcycle spark plugs at O'Reilly?  Trust me, I've come a long way in the past two years on understanding my bike and doing some of the maintenance by myself!  After this I'd love to learn how to tackle the valves.

[SouthernXer]

After this I'd love to learn how to tackle the valves.

Sounds like a job for Morgan!  ...and I'll come watch, too. 

[rod181]

After this I'd love to learn how to tackle the valves.

Sounds like a job for Morgan!  ...and I'll come watch, too. 

+ 1

[Morgan Buchanan]

Sweet jesus...y'all know I've done it ONCE, right?  LOL