I did wonder if the gear box oil could be drained without removing the exhaust so you have confirmed that it can be. I guess it would be best to do it cold and leave it to drain a bit more overnight as it would be problematic with a hot exhaust. I filled the FD with approx 180cc until it trickled out as there was literally little oil in there. I was amazed it kept going. The only indication was a slightly annoying whine …no noise now though. Thank you for the advice Mike_H.
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oil is so cheap it is worth changing more frequently than 18000 miles. For some bikers that can be several years worth, as it also allows you to monitor things/ check for shiny bits etc. 160ml will hardly make a dent in a bottle and cheaper than a rebuild. At service time, I just change all the oils and be done with it as it only take a “minute” once you get going.
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