I tried to get my hand in there as well, but I simply could not get a good hold on it.  This is a little elaborate, but it works for me.  lol

In finding it difficult to check the oil, and not wanting to cut into a brand new machine, I took a piece of  1/8" angle slotted to fit over the dip stick and welded a short piece of square stock and a 1/4" drive socket onto it.  Using a T-handle made from some round stock with a 1/4" square drive adapter welded to it and a universal joint, I am able to easily remove the dipstick.  I use a 4 finger pickup tool to pull the dipstick out, check the oil, and replace. The T-handle is long enough to comfortably reach down through the access panel, and the universal joint makes it easy to loosen and tighten the dipstick.  The first time I checked the oil I found that dipstick was not tight, as the dealer mechanic was unable access it easily either, and it might possibly have come out while riding.  I now know it is tight.

Racerboy 53...I'm always up for a ride, but I think I would come to you.  It's a little chilly, not mention wet, in my neck of the woods at this time of the year. LOL   

Just wanted to say hi.  We recently brought home the new 2018 800 EPS Trail.  Would have liked to have got the EX but space constraints and narrow trails in my local riding area prevented that.  We enjoy spending two or three months in the warm Arizona sunshine and need room for the other passion as well.  I'm loving the information I have been able to get since signing on to the forum and plan to upload some adventure photos of my own in the future.  Everyone take care!