I know the video is 5 yrs old, but just for completeness sake i wanna give some additions to the already good content: 1. clean the filter seat on the engine block before mounting the new filter. Since you cleaned the whole area it wasn't _that_ necessary (since not much dirt was likely to fall on the oily ring where the seal would touch), but for tutorial value i'd recommend cleaning up down there even if there was no oil leak before. Else someone might just introduce a new leak if there's dirt/grime under the filter seal. 2. at 4:50 you screwed out the oil check stick and then read the level. But if you check the manual the section about checking oil level should read like a) screw stick out, b) clean stick, c) insert stick _without screwing it back in_ and then d) check oil level. So when you had it screwed in right before the check you actually got like 4-5 mm more oil on the stick (from screw thread length) than it would indicate if done by the letter. 3. also worth a mention when going for the K&N oil filter: the nut on that one is for removal *only* - i've seen ppl using it to tighten down the oil filter, which actually damaged it and they could instantly buy another one (lol).
I had the exact same thing with the oil filter on my CB500. I was about 15 miles away from home and had no oil left by the time I got it back. She’s still fine 😂
Very true. My filter split in exactly the same way, I was in Basingstoke and needed to get back to Reading, by the time I took the sump plug off I think I got a thimble full of oil out. The engine wasn’t affected in the slightest, but I’m stripping her apart later in the year so we’ll see for sure how good she is.
May be accepting a FREE 1996 Triumph Adventurer that is in good shape just needs a new shifter installed and the carbs cleaned so always looking for ideas on older bikes. Well that and this is my way of helping with the new baby on the way. Yeah just a few pence but it adds up!
Generally the bike looks to have been well looked after, the previous owner did tell me it was about due an oil change. Also they commuted daily on the bike, even in the English winter, which could easily cause an oil filter to rust pretty quickly.
Engines and Unfinished Business I've never seen one that bad, but I don't ride all winter! I would give the brakes a once over if you haven't already. Make sure the piston(s) move! Also to remove a filter that isn't easily gripped you can knock a big screwdriver through and turn that.
That it is, although we did check over the safety stuff (breaks, tyres, etc), probably should have investigated the oil leak before it got really bad 👍
I use a regular chain wrench for filters, just use a strip of rubber in between it completed the grip.
The strip of rubber is a good idea, I’ll try that next time I encounter a stubborn oil filter 👍
@@EnginesandUnfinishedBusiness works every time 😁
I know the video is 5 yrs old, but just for completeness sake i wanna give some additions to the already good content:
1. clean the filter seat on the engine block before mounting the new filter. Since you cleaned the whole area it wasn't _that_ necessary (since not much dirt was likely to fall on the oily ring where the seal would touch), but for tutorial value i'd recommend cleaning up down there even if there was no oil leak before. Else someone might just introduce a new leak if there's dirt/grime under the filter seal.
2. at 4:50 you screwed out the oil check stick and then read the level. But if you check the manual the section about checking oil level should read like a) screw stick out, b) clean stick, c) insert stick _without screwing it back in_ and then d) check oil level. So when you had it screwed in right before the check you actually got like 4-5 mm more oil on the stick (from screw thread length) than it would indicate if done by the letter.
3. also worth a mention when going for the K&N oil filter: the nut on that one is for removal *only* - i've seen ppl using it to tighten down the oil filter, which actually damaged it and they could instantly buy another one (lol).
Nice little burn out to impress your neighbours will get rid of any oil left on rear tyre 😉. Great job as always Matt
Great opening line.
I had the exact same thing with the oil filter on my CB500. I was about 15 miles away from home and had no oil left by the time I got it back. She’s still fine 😂
Those CB500 engines are insanely tough
Very true. My filter split in exactly the same way, I was in Basingstoke and needed to get back to Reading, by the time I took the sump plug off I think I got a thimble full of oil out. The engine wasn’t affected in the slightest, but I’m stripping her apart later in the year so we’ll see for sure how good she is.
May be accepting a FREE 1996 Triumph Adventurer that is in good shape just needs a new shifter installed and the carbs cleaned so always looking for ideas on older bikes. Well that and this is my way of helping with the new baby on the way. Yeah just a few pence but it adds up!
If the oil filter has been on so long it's rusted out, you have to wonder what is the general state of maintenance...
Generally the bike looks to have been well looked after, the previous owner did tell me it was about due an oil change. Also they commuted daily on the bike, even in the English winter, which could easily cause an oil filter to rust pretty quickly.
Engines and Unfinished Business I've never seen one that bad, but I don't ride all winter!
I would give the brakes a once over if you haven't already. Make sure the piston(s) move!
Also to remove a filter that isn't easily gripped you can knock a big screwdriver through and turn that.
I ride all winter and I've never seen one that bad. I guess that's been on a good couple of years, maybe more.
Excellent work again. I've just bought a k&n too. I think it's pre lubed? Doesn't hurt to put more on though. Cheers.
Yeah it said pre-lubed on the box, but you can never have too much lube 😂
Perfect example of why you always change oil, spark plugs, brake fluid and check brake pads before ever riding a new used motorbike.
That it is, although we did check over the safety stuff (breaks, tyres, etc), probably should have investigated the oil leak before it got really bad 👍
What filter did you use...was that the k&n-303 or the k&n-204
It’s the kn-303 👍
I make it a habit that when I buy ANYTHING used, I change the fluids.
so how much exactly oil you put?