Quote Originally Posted by GonzoX View Post
Good Lord Im having a hell of a time finding the right oil dipstick on ebay or amazon. I measured mine and since the tip is missing I have to guess I need at least an 11cm length and the threading is either 1.9 or 2.0cm. Has anyone had to replace one of these? Didnt think it would be this hard to find a replacement.

I guess I might have to go to a bike shop and see what they would recommend. Almost tempted to just plug the damn thing up and use the sight glass.
When I change my oil on the DF I use about 1.2 liters (1200 ccs) of oil and the dip stick and the sight window both show full. Remember to stand the bike upright when you are using the site window. (Also don't screw the dipstick in when checking the oil.)
And I don't know what you mean about "just plug the damn thing up and use the sight glass". You still need to unscrew the cap to put oil in it.
I've had many bikes with just site windows and never blew an engine.

BTW, again for those who have a intact dipstick, don't screw the dipstick in when checking the oil.

I'll measure the dipstick length on my 2012 DF and get back to you.