R1100s Oil Filter Removal

[Ian in Higham]

Morning,

Ive just bought a R1100S and want to change all the oils but I'm having a nightmare trying to remove the oil filter. I have bought a genuine BMW replacement with the correct size wrench but this appears too small to remove the old one. is there a knack or two different size filter (or maybe its just a cheap aftermarket one). I reluctant to try the screw driver option.

Thanks

[nab 301]

Probably an aftermarket filter , depending how much smaller it is the usual method is to use emery /wet and dry paper inside the filter removal tool and tap it over the filter . Don't use the screwdriver to punch a hole method ..... I've seen crankcases holed in threads on UKgser forum!. Luckily i've never had to use either method ... yet.

[Neil178]

I’m reading it that the old filter is bigger?
Which Higham are you in Ian? If in alfreton I could pop up with my tool (ooh er missus)and see if that works.
I haven’t come across a larger filter before. Due to the recess it could be a bugger to get it out. Send me a pm if you are the local one. If you are in Barnsley then maybe there are others local to you.

[nab 301]

I’m reading it that the old filter is bigger?
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So am I second time round...