P500 What did you do to/with your Pioneer 500 today?

[DG Rider]

Today, my 500 took a huge step forward when I did what Honda engineers couldn't:

No more pulling 20 rivets and screws just to change the oil!

I went ahead and changed the filter, since the engine has been open 2 times on this fresh oil change. Wanted to get any dirt/dust that got trapped out

 

[Admin]

 

[Eltobgi]

Your hole is too big

 

[Mudder]

Good idea @DG Rider , especially with the trigger shield. Thinking of doing same now and repurposing the OEM rubber flap from the hole under the drivers seat as a cover for the new hole, (did the trash can mod). Thinking the new flap would reduce heat flow/ build up to the ECM under the trigger shield.

 

[DG Rider]

Your hole is too big

It's from my white privilege.

Good idea @DG Rider , especially with the trigger shield. Thinking of doing same now and repurposing the OEM rubber flap from the hole under the drivers seat as a cover for the new hole, (did the trash can mod).

I'll probably add something later.

 

[PBishop]

Here is my finished project with new handle grips. My wife is all happy now as she is only 5 ft tall.

 

[Caper]

View attachment 120781 Here is my finished project with new handle grips. My wife is all happy now as she is only 5 ft tall.

Looks good.
Happy Wife, Happy Life.
Caper

 

[trigger]

Cheap glam shot, probably the cleanest it'll be for the rest of the year.

 

[ShotgunClay]

That pic cures low T.

 

[70Bones]

Today, my 500 took a huge step forward when I did what Honda engineers couldn't:

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No more pulling 20 rivets and screws just to change the oil!

I went ahead and changed the filter, since the engine has been open 2 times on this fresh oil change. Wanted to get any dirt/dust that got trapped out

Any idea why Mother Honda put "No Storage" on that panel? Suppose it gets really hot or anything? If so, should we be concerned with heat on the ECM when we have a Trigger Shield installed? Just wondering because I like your idea and will look at doing the same.

 

[Bad_bowtie]

Cheap glam shot, probably the cleanest it'll be for the rest of the year.

View attachment 120844

Looking good Trig! I'm ready for the takeover!

 

[DG Rider]

Any idea why Mother Honda put "No Storage" on that panel? Suppose it gets really hot or anything? If so, should we be concerned with heat on the ECM when we have a Trigger Shield installed? Just wondering because I like your idea and will look at doing the same.

So you wouldn't dull your saw as you cut the hole that Honda should have cut.

Just a guess: The fuel lines/sending unit top is very close to that area. If someone threw a some sockets or whatever in it that didn't "fit", and then plopped their fat ass down on the seat, it might get pushed down enough to break a fuel fitting off...and then spraying fuel everywhere on a hot engine. Polaris style bonfire.

 

[Caper]

So you wouldn't dull your saw as you cut the hole that Honda should have cut.

Just a guess: The fuel lines/sending unit top is very close to that area. If someone threw a some sockets or whatever in it that didn't "fit", and then plopped their fat ass down on the seat, it might get pushed down enough to break a fuel fitting off...and then spraying fuel everywhere on a hot engine. Polaris style bonfire.

I’ve had the Trigger shield for a couple years. I haven’t noticed a problem with the heat. But then again , we don’t get the heat like you get. 100 up here is unusual. I don’t know how you guys do it.
Caper

 

[trigger]

I’ve had the Trigger shield for a couple years. I haven’t noticed a problem with the heat. But then again , we don’t get the heat like you get. 100 up here is unusual. I don’t know how you guys do it.
Caper

I'd have to say the ECM heat thing is a non issue. Several of us have been running some sort of heat shield for years now. It's also a safeguard from the sweat rolling off your back and shorting it out!

 

[Mudder]

Had the same question on ECM heat and just got a PM reply from one of our most knowledgeable members that its NOT likely a issue. That said, next time I have the seat off, will look if can move it above the barrier without much trouble because I do like the idea of an oil filter access hole, but do get a lot of steam going through water holes. “An ounce of prevention...”

 

[Caper]

I'd have to say the ECM heat thing is a non issue. Several of us have been running some sort of heat shield for years now. It's also a safeguard from the sweat rolling off your back and shorting it out!

Hahaha. You got that right. Sooo true.

 

[Caper]

Had the same question on ECM heat and just got a PM reply from one of our most knowledgeable members that its NOT likely a issue. That said, next time I have the seat off, will look if can move it above the barrier without much trouble because I do like the idea of an oil filter access hole, but do get a lot of steam going through water holes. “An ounce of prevention...”

For you southern boys. I think us northerners are ok. Still, I don’t know how you do it.
Caper

 

[Caper]

For you southern boys. I think us northerners are ok. Still, I don’t know how you do it.
Caper

As for the access hole. Post a picture when you get it done. Please. . Thanks Mudder
Caper

 

[bigr244]

For Under $100 I'm completely satisfied.

Next is a windshield. Let the research begin!

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[Caper]

For Under $100 I'm completely satisfied.

Next is a windshield. Let the research begin! View attachment 120931

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Just one more thing. And lots to go .
Caper

 

[Mudder]

As for the access hole. Post a picture when you get it done. Please. . Thanks Mudder
Caper

Thanks to @DG Rider for the picture, since I just changed the oil filter, will do it next cycle and reuse the OEM rubber flap from the drivers side using a few extra push pins. Its not doing any good in the drawer.