By the way, when you remove the gauze filter, it's a good idea to check the mesh for any unexpected debris before replacing, as it can give you early warning of unusual engine wear.
Buzzeti tight would have been enough! Infact really hand tight tends to be enough. I think your causing your own problem 😅. Next time just tighten it with the tool, put your oil in,start the engine and check for leaks,if there's no leak from the filter area leave it as it is 🙂
Thanks for the tutorial, going to do my next one soon, will let you know how I get on! Just short of 6000 miles on mine, at this rate, should last me for life! ;-) I was in touch with someone who had hers up in the 90'000s (miles) before it needed work. No idea if she has it back up and running yet!
Hi, good luck, it’s not a difficult job, the drain plug is in an awkward place for getting a bowl under it so be prepared to get messy 😄 Very impressed someone has a bike with 90k on, that inspires confidence.
Purchased my srgt 125 sport last week traded in my Honda pcx 125 for this must say the srgt is a great bike with a bit more power than my Honda pcx only currently covered 180 miles at the minute though thanks for the videos 👍
Snap buddy I have had 3 pcx best scooters on the planet bulletin proof if looked after last on bought 2020 and done 52000 and only went through 3 sets of tyres but sadly the garage would not take bike in for trade as it needed welding on frame so stripped it down and sold everything as parts got £1900 and used it to the srgt for a change 3 25 days old and covered 940miles cracking looking bike and yeah higher top speed but she can drink the fuel now my 7 tank overall happy with it.
The good thing about those Piaggio engines is they only take one litre of oil, so regular changes don't break the bank. If the motor is essentially the same as my Gilera, then the sump plug torque is 24 - 30 Nm. Also, for removing the filter, get yourself a "Baby Boa". It's actually like a rubber strap wrench but designed for the kitchen to remove lids off pots of jam and the like. It's less than a tenner and I haven't found a filter that it won't undo, car or bike.
@@luddite6239 thanks very much for the Baby Boa suggestion, I’ll look into that before next filter change. I think the problem was largely just me over tightening it last time.
I'm seriously considering getting an SR GT as a commuter & knockabout but i might want to occasionally do a bit of distance on it. What's the weather protection like? Is that screen more cosmetic than utilitarian? And are perfunctory rain proof trousers enough beind the fairing? Thanks for posting your videos, they're very enjoyable. 👍
@@bobritter7197 thanks for watching the videos, much appreciated. I use the bike all year round so am used to getting a good soaking from time to time. The screen is really more cosmetic, I have a friend who has the 200cc version and he has installed a much bigger screen which he likes, I’m just not a fan of big screens for their look. The front fairings are quite good for rain protection, but decent kit is still required for the worst days. A great scoot to own though, lovely to ride.
@@The_Arby Hi, hope you are doing well. Delighted to say no issues at all to report, the bike is still purring along happily as it heads towards it’s third winter. Tyres are still in good condition too.
Bonjour de France . Est-il possible de mettre les liens pour acheter les outils et l’huile please ? Est-il possible aussi d’avoir les commentaires en français ? Bonne vidéo continuez.👌
@@MPACO-nn7yl Bonjour de l'Écosse, heureux que vous ayez apprécié la vidéo. J'ai ajouté des liens dans la description pour les articles que j'ai utilisés. Je ne sais pas comment je peux fournir des sous-titres en français, mais je vais y jeter un coup d'œil. Meilleurs voeux
By the way, when you remove the gauze filter, it's a good idea to check the mesh for any unexpected debris before replacing, as it can give you early warning of unusual engine wear.
@@luddite6239 Thanks, I actually did that but forgot to switch the video on. It was clear of any debris so all should be good.
Buzzeti tight would have been enough! Infact really hand tight tends to be enough. I think your causing your own problem 😅. Next time just tighten it with the tool, put your oil in,start the engine and check for leaks,if there's no leak from the filter area leave it as it is 🙂
@@bally632 thanks, appreciate the advice. This one is only Buzzetti tight and no issues when I ran the engine later. You live and learn.
I have to admit I did not expect to see an actual oil filter on a 125 scooter, my Nmax doesn't have anything like that.
@@alanhayward6719 yes, first scooter I’ve owned that has one 👍
Thanks for the tutorial, going to do my next one soon, will let you know how I get on!
Just short of 6000 miles on mine, at this rate, should last me for life! ;-)
I was in touch with someone who had hers up in the 90'000s (miles) before it needed work.
No idea if she has it back up and running yet!
Hi, good luck, it’s not a difficult job, the drain plug is in an awkward place for getting a bowl under it so be prepared to get messy 😄 Very impressed someone has a bike with 90k on, that inspires confidence.
the manual calls for 0w30 VW spec 503.00, 506.00 or A5/B5-04 or so basically any good stop-start 0w30 oil. much cheaper than scooter specialist oil.
@@stephant7475 thanks for the tip
Purchased my srgt 125 sport last week traded in my Honda pcx 125 for this must say the srgt is a great bike with a bit more power than my Honda pcx only currently covered 180 miles at the minute though thanks for the videos 👍
Snap buddy I have had 3 pcx best scooters on the planet bulletin proof if looked after last on bought 2020 and done 52000 and only went through 3 sets of tyres but sadly the garage would not take bike in for trade as it needed welding on frame so stripped it down and sold everything as parts got £1900 and used it to the srgt for a change 3 25 days old and covered 940miles cracking looking bike and yeah higher top speed but she can drink the fuel now my 7 tank overall happy with it.
@@Tommo24 thanks for watching the videos, glad you’re enjoying them. Had a PCX myself a few years ago, a great scoot but I prefer the SRGT.
The good thing about those Piaggio engines is they only take one litre of oil, so regular changes don't break the bank. If the motor is essentially the same as my Gilera, then the sump plug torque is 24 - 30 Nm. Also, for removing the filter, get yourself a "Baby Boa". It's actually like a rubber strap wrench but designed for the kitchen to remove lids off pots of jam and the like. It's less than a tenner and I haven't found a filter that it won't undo, car or bike.
@@luddite6239 thanks very much for the Baby Boa suggestion, I’ll look into that before next filter change. I think the problem was largely just me over tightening it last time.
@scottishzoomer Even if you don't need it for the Aprilia, you can still use it to open your pickled onions!
Thank you 🙏
Would you please show how to change gear oil change as well!?
And air filter
@@Mohsen191 Hi, just ordered a new air filter so will do that soon. I’ll have a look at gear oil change too. Thanks for watching the videos 👍
@@scottishzoomer thank you 🙏
First, grease the gasket of the filter, then put it in place, don't squeeze too much
I'm seriously considering getting an SR GT as a commuter & knockabout but i might want to occasionally do a bit of distance on it. What's the weather protection like? Is that screen more cosmetic than utilitarian? And are perfunctory rain proof trousers enough beind the fairing?
Thanks for posting your videos, they're very enjoyable. 👍
@@bobritter7197 thanks for watching the videos, much appreciated. I use the bike all year round so am used to getting a good soaking from time to time. The screen is really more cosmetic, I have a friend who has the 200cc version and he has installed a much bigger screen which he likes, I’m just not a fan of big screens for their look. The front fairings are quite good for rain protection, but decent kit is still required for the worst days. A great scoot to own though, lovely to ride.
@@scottishzoomer👍 thanks very much.
Was just thinking about you and your SR GT 125 this morning and up you pop with a video mate...You had any major problems with the Aprilia ?? 😀
@@The_Arby Hi, hope you are doing well. Delighted to say no issues at all to report, the bike is still purring along happily as it heads towards it’s third winter. Tyres are still in good condition too.
@@scottishzoomer Cool...Thanx for reply mate 🙂
Bonjour de France .
Est-il possible de mettre les liens pour acheter les outils et l’huile please ?
Est-il possible aussi d’avoir les commentaires en français ?
Bonne vidéo continuez.👌
@@MPACO-nn7yl Bonjour de l'Écosse, heureux que vous ayez apprécié la vidéo. J'ai ajouté des liens dans la description pour les articles que j'ai utilisés. Je ne sais pas comment je peux fournir des sous-titres en français, mais je vais y jeter un coup d'œil. Meilleurs voeux
@@scottishzoomer
Bonsoir et encore un grand merci pour votre réponse rapide . Bonne soirée 👌👌👌
Which way did you turn the drain bolt I’m struggling to get it off either way! I know righty tighty and all that 😥