I like the simplicity in his explanations. It makes it very easy to follow and to retain what he is saying. I will watch this every so often just to re-affirm what I already know about oil changes.
The O-ring is the seal. I would caution against adding thread sealer as it could compromise the O-ring. I would not use thread tape anywhere a piece of tape would plug small passages. Removing a taped plug can leave small shreds behind in the drain hole that could get into the crankcase and get stuck in a small passageway. Always great content thanks for taking the time to share your wisdoms and experience
I have been watching for years. You always make sure we see and understand what is being done. Love all bikes but enjoy the Harley videos most. Stay well!!
one quick piece of info Del... technically if you're going to pre-fill your filters, you should fill them through the outside ring of circles. Filling it through the middle actually bypasses the filter media before the oil enters the engine :) Not a massive risk but why take chances.
I just wanted to say that your videos are awsome. I have a 2018 street glide and just did a 3 hole change. I took you advice from a previous video and switch to all Amsoil. The bike runs SO MUCH SMOOTHER! It obvious how much better it is. Smoother gear changed, less engine noise, and even though I cannot explain why, but runs lower RPMs at higher speeds then it previously did. Keep on with the videos please. Thank you so much!
Great video Del. Good point on loosening the fill plug first and always replace the O-ring. I've seen several riders fail to perform this task. Always follow the service book procedures.
Love these HD maintenance vids, Del! I use your idea about the bit of plastic under the filter every time. Who wants oil spills on the garage floor? No one does it better… you guys are awesome… hope you and Penny have a great weekend there. 🏍👍🏍
Thank you most kindly Sir.. im glad you enjoyed it.. have a great weekend too and let's hope spring isn;t too far away.. 3 degrees C and raining here..:-(
Those side plate additions to your lift, look like they've paid for themselves with the servicing on just this one bike! Nice to see the ease of on/off.
They say we learn something every day, the little trick for catching oil when removing filter quality saves one eck of a mess. stay safe and stay strong!!
omg, couldn't harley find a stupider place to put the filter??? Sure, I've had to drape a cloth somewhere, or wrap a bit of tin foil on a header (in case of the occasional drip) while spinning off a filter, but this??? Like seriously, I've worked on dozens of bikes and not encountered THAT level of idiocy. Can you imagine how many people just didn't have anything handy to stick in there to catch the spill?? I hate harleys. We all grow up thinking that they're great bikes, until you learn about them... Anyhow, good job Delboy; you make great videos
So you don't like Harleys then..? lol. And "Stupider" what a wonderful word !! But seriously mate.. maybe yer being a little harsh, how many sports bikes site the filter on the front of the engine behind the header pipes so you have to burn yer hands trying to fish it out while it pours it's contents all over the hot pipes? :-))
Very nice tutorial, Del, clear and instructive as always. Fun to watch. Hope you get a lot of bikers to spannering and savíng some money. Cheerio from Nürnberg, Günter
Hey Del and Penny. As I’ve mentioned is this series and I think it’s true in most of the DYI projects to maintain your bike that your have provided us in the past… great, simple, easy to follow instruction to help us understand our bikes and to save some money doing the wrenching ourselves. One of the habits I have gotten into is every second oil change I let the dealer do it, because I thought they were looking the bike over and making sure the critical fasteners, brakes, tires and all the small items that could kill me were being looked at by “trained professionals”! Well it turns out, the last time I was in for this service I was talking to the service writer and I asked about all the details that I thought they were performing… they weren’t, only changing the oil. I said “well I can do that, why would I bring it in for you to do it?” My question, could you do a quick video outlining all the critical fasteners? Or if you have one maybe I should go back and find it!? I think it might be beneficial to get myself that shop manual that you have recommended for the many years I have been watching. I actually took your advice 7 years ago when I had my VRod and I bought a sportster for my girlfriend. I had shop manuals for each after watching your video on adjusting a sportster clutch cable. I think you shot that video inside your house!!! Many changes since then!!! I would also like a lift table… at 48yrs old,!crawling under a motorcycle is getting tougher each day! Haha Thanks again for all your hard work… if we lived close, we’d be mates! Pete 🇨🇦
We would be mates indeed Pete, kindred spirits i think ! With the critical fasteners, if you look in your service manual the procedure is actually detailed in there step by step, every fastener, the torque range required and even the required technique for some that must be loosened and then re-torqued ! every bike has a different set of requirements and that's why a video would always be only of use to that specific bike... ive never made a video of it, but it's so easy once you have the tools and the manual, anyone could do it at home.! as for the other fundamentals, such as brakes, tyres and other small items, you can still do those yourself, just make a list, and tick them off one job at a time on a regular basis.. Take care and enjoy your weekend.. D&Px
Nice how to video Del and Penny. A good one for the new owners mate. Penny and you have a great weekend and hope it's not to cold over there. It's only 43C today lol, a bit on the hot side. I think you need to us a little bit of cold weather lol. Take care and stay safe in this crazy world. Cheers
You'd be most welcome mate, we have plenty to share! 3C and frosty this morning, then rain all day tomorrow! ...soon be Spring for us and it'll be time to send the sun back! Have a great weekend mate, stay safe and keep well, D&Px
Loved it!….this is another one of your videos that ill need time and time again. Thanks Del, a very clear and concise video and worth its weight in gold. Kind regards Beans.
Another great video brother ! thanks to you i've used the tape on the oil filter trick to have more grip and has helped me a lot ! keep up the great work !!! stay safe guys cheers from new york!!! 🥂🥂🥂🥂
Great Video with info I needed, Thank You! I always like to change break-in oil early and will turn my first 100 miles on my new Street Glide today so that factory oil is coming out! My old torque wrench is unreliable so I need to pick a new one up. I always used the liquid white Teflon in a tube on my EVO Primary, guess I'll continue to use that for the oil drain plug on my new M8? I hope I have enough room to use the small oil filter wrench I used the last 25 years on my old EVO Softail. The new M8 looks to be a bit harder to get to...
If I may be so bold and suggest respectfully that you leave the break in oil in your engine until the end of the break in period... t his is very important for machined surfaces inside the motor to safely wear in to each other and bed in properly... modern high performance oils won't allow this to happen and your engine will not perform as well in the future. Your break in oil is not just there as a cheap solution, it's there for a mechanical purpose and should be allowed to do it's job... you're actually doing your bike a favour by changing it at the correct mileage and no sooner.. even though this is a little counter intuitive, it's the correct way to do it... Good luck with your new bike mate, it's wonderful to hear that you're taking such good care of it!
Some good tips there Del, watched a vid by muddy sump before I did my first oil & filter change on my Tiger and he used the box the filter came in to catch the oil the same way as your sheet of plastic, saved me some mess. As for over the filter being over tight that happened to me and I had to drill holes through the filter wrench and use self tappers to secure it before I could get it off. Got that tip from a TMF video... RUclips is a mine of information to get you out of the sh#t... Lovely Street Glide by the way 👍
Good afternoon, thanks for the review. Question, on my HD road king in 2023, when wiping the remnants of engine oil spilled on the engine housing under the oil filter after replacing the oil filter, at the junction of the two engine covers there was an earlier outflow of squeezed gray sealant (gray factory sealant, it is visible in your video at 5:10 minutes), this piece of sealant when wiped with a rag, it was torn off to a length of 5 millimeters, but it was not possible to see how deep it was torn off since the oil filter was already tightened. Can you tell me where the oil is oozing from? I can send a photo, you can write an e-mail address.
Thanks Del. About to do an oil and filter change on my 2020 CVO Ultra. Using Amsoil also. What are your thoughts on using Amsoil 20W50 in all three holes as per manual spec?
I'm assuming the manual doesn't advise Amsoil, I'm sure it advises Forumla+ etc., in my view, as much as you can use 20W50 in all three holes, and it's perfectly adequate, there's still a better option... I'm sure you'll agree that adequate doesn't mean best... A dedicated gear oil for the transmission will make it run quieter with smoother gear changes... otherwise it's perfectly fine for engine and primary. However, if you're more comfortable following the manual, then that won't be wrong.
Great video, clear , precise & so easy newbies to follow. Nice weather here next weekend, so out on Freddie Fatboy perchance, have a great weekend both, hi to Lady Penelope 😀 👍x
The maintenance instructions say that it is necessary to tighten the torque of the engine oil drain plug 19-28.5 Nm, the question is, how much force to tighten 19 or 28.5, please tell me? A 2023 Harley davidson Road King motorcycle.
Hi there, 19-28.5 is a 'range' of twist force. It's not '19 or 28.5', it's tighten anywhere between 19 and 28.5... so no less than 19 and no more than 28.5, but anywhere inbetween is good... if you're not sure where to set it, somewhere in the middle is fine... just around 24 is fine.... Harley Davidson always give a 'torque range', not a specific setting... Good luck with it.
Hi mate completely unrelated to this video but I’ve been watching your videos for quite a few years now, first off all great work keep doing what your doing and secondly I’ve seen you use those wiha t handle Allen keys and I was wondering if they do metric and imperial versions as I have seen you use them on the Harley and on the Busa. If you could answer my question I would greatly appreciate it mate👍
Yes they do both! Also, for more convenience, Wiha do a T-handle bit driver then you can simply use various hex bits of your choice, both metric or standard, a far cheaper way than buying many T-handles! Thanks for your support over the years!
Thank you for your kind words. Here are a couple of links for the lift equipment.. www.sealey.co.uk/product/5637707622/heavy-duty-electrohydraulic-motorcycle-lift-680kg-capacity www.sealey.co.uk/product/5637707641/extension-side-ramps-for-mc680e-4pc
Hulloooo Del. Some great tips in there especially the cellophane which makes perfect sense. I have used rags in the past which is ok but you still get it all over the hands. Next time cellophane for sure. Like the masking tape trick also. This vid was especially useful for me as I just traded the 1200 Sportster for a Street Bob 114. It's still on the water but should be here in the next two weeks. Miss having access to hylomar in Sweden and still looking for a suitable alternative. I was surprised how shredded the O ring was. Thanks so much for your superb video's top class. 🇸🇪🇬🇧😊👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Many cogratulations Paul on your Street Bob, what a fantastic upgrade and going to that from a Sportster, you're going to be amazed at the performance! Have fun and let us know how you get on... have a great weekend, D&Px
@@Moonfleet41 Thank you very much Del. I'm not the kind of guy who goes for a new bike normally but the 114 Street Bob as you know only came out last year. Some used examples from last year were more expensive than a new one. I assume because of upgraded pipes, air filter etc. Not had a new bike since I was 17. I'm 58 now so long overdue. To be honest the 1200 Sportster was pretty damn quick even two up so I'm super excited with what should be a colossal torque gain. Will let you know for sure. Have a brill weekend you two. Good to see you back to full fitness again Del. 🇸🇪🇬🇧😊👋🏻
@@clark7169 hang on.. you found the Sportster quick?... not ridden a 114 yet?... Oh My Goodness, you're in for a shock mate.!!! Have fun but be ready for it.!😈
@@Moonfleet41 I know, I know but I've had an R1 in the past and an yammie xjr 1300 so I'm used to acceleration. But like you say Del I'm in for a shock with the torque. I'm more than ready for it. Going to run it in quietly away before attempting to wheel spin it in every gear possible. 😜👋🏻 Ride safe!
As I have a Softail all be it, in pieces at the moment, I love your videos on Harleys. I was just wondering what you think about the whole E10 fuel malarky? Cheers.
Thanks mate, the fuel thing is no big shakes, the simple drawback is that it doesn't store very long, otherwise it's no different to the old fuel, so if I'm going to use it right away, I go with E10 (you may have noticed it's printed on your fuel cap so it's fine to use), and if I'm not going to use a bike so often, I'll just buy super-unleaded which is E5 and it's fine!
Question on this.... so I changed my oil after taking it in for the 1k service last year. I think they overtightened the filter so when I took it off the actual threaded nut, the nut came off with the filter, still in it. I can't find torque settings to reinstall this and is there anything special I should know when doing so?
I bought amsoil engine oil change kit, this is what's weird, I drained the oil I put 4 quarts in, started then checked and it was good. I went and put the old oil back in the empty containers and only ha 3 full qts and the 4th one probably about 1/8 in it I get home oil is high so I removed some... so basically I put 4 in but only 3 came out I'm confused
I just bought my bike 2mo ago with 5,400 on it. Now I have 8,500 for the 3,000 mile service. I changed all oils at the beginning, my question is, do I only need to change the engine oil or all oils again? I do not have handbook / service manual.
OK, first thing you should do my friend is check in your handbook which will have been supplied with the bike and read up on your service schedule... Milwaukee 8 engines need a little less servicing than twin cams, I believe it's 5k engine oil, 10k primary and 20k transmission... but the primary oil gets dirty with clutch plate material very quickly, so for the sake of a litre of fluid, why not change it... and as for gearbox oil, that's also a litre, so why not change it for what little it costs.
Thought you would have blown the iron filings off the magnetic sump plug before returning....................Nice new workshop,wonder why you never sunk your bike lift in to be level with the workshop floor, I couldn't ride and dismount on mine, even with those "wings" you fixed on, asking for trouble, twisted ankles, bike on top of you!!
@@Moonfleet41 Late March is usually about the earliest we can 'safely' get out on the bikes....but I'm sure looking forward to being back in the saddle again!! :-)
Are you going to put slip ons or a full system soon Del?...cobra makes nice slips ons that sound good without getting to crazy....even the so called neighbor haters aren't that loud but sound nice and throaty. Love the black in black Del that was a good color choice man.
At some point in the future buddy for sure!... got a few other expenses right now, just honoured to have achieved the bike itself after a lifetime of bike ownership, but of course, I will upgrade the pipes when I can afford to!
@@Moonfleet41 ....fair enough sir...I definitely understand that for sure....I had to buy a 2004 road king cause I just can't afford the new bikes just yet, but I'm riding and that's all I care about. The new harleys are absolutely amazing for sure....one day I'll own a brand new road king...
@@Moonfleet41 look up the new service buletin. they have changed the part number. It's a longer oil filter and you can tel by the red/orange dot inside
so much time on the filter... and totally skipped over the the drain plug... my neighbor just spent a ridiculous amount of money to get the oil changed on his bike... I'm here primarily just to see where the drain plug is...
My Harley dealership claimed that Harley Davidson sent out a bulletin stating you are NOT to use Amsoil on the Milwaukee 8 engine... anyone knows if there is any truth to that
Hi there, I can't comment on that as I haven't heard of this yet (but that's not to say it isn't true, I just don't keep up with factory bulletins etc.), perhaps the best place to check is with your Harley dealer and ask for a written copy of the bulletin which should contain further information as to 'why' they are electing to prohibit it's use, not just the word of a member of staff at the counter as there is always a lot of hearsay and misinterpretation with Harley... I had an XR1200 fuel tank swell up and expand with the ethanol issue, and two dealerships denied any knowledge of it!... yet others were saying it was going to be a recall... get it in writing then you know it's true, and why!
Like the tip with the cellophane and the tape on the filter! I’m in a dilemma with my current bike, it has full main dealer history from the same dealer, which is local, Now do I keep that service history up or just do it myself and write what it’s had in the book, just can’t decide what to do!
The questions to ask yourself Andy, are can you do a competent job of it that is safe and adequate?, How much money will you save in doing it yourself?, and do you have that money to burn? and does a dealer stamped service history make any difference to the price they'll offer you when you come to trade it in..? (best way to test that.. ask them next time you're there, how much would i get in P/X....don't mention service history... once they say a price.. mention it has full service history "by the way", and see if they'll then increase the offer..!! from that conversation you can determine whether paying them to service your bike is a sound investment in it's future value or not..! Hope that helps mate. !
@@Moonfleet41 I never thought of doing that! When I sit back and think with the bits I have done so far out of boredom (spark plugs, K&N filter, new braided hoses, new tyres and a new gold chain with black sprocket) I think all I am short is the oil and filter and go around and check the bearings and check all the bolts for tightness and it’s more than done!
I got a question, how do you dispose of the oil? I work as an apprentice at a merc dealership and we have an oil tank that gets emptied frequently. So how would I safely dispose any oil? Love the videos they're cool to watch and learn about bikes
You do that at your local waste oil bank, which is your local recycling center. If you don’t know it yet, your used cooking oil should be recycled there too.
I like the simplicity in his explanations. It makes it very easy to follow and to retain what he is saying. I will watch this every so often just to re-affirm what I already know about oil changes.
Thank you.
The O-ring is the seal. I would caution against adding thread sealer as it could compromise the O-ring. I would not use thread tape anywhere a piece of tape would plug small passages. Removing a taped plug can leave small shreds behind in the drain hole that could get into the crankcase and get stuck in a small passageway. Always great content thanks for taking the time to share your wisdoms and experience
I have been watching for years. You always make sure we see and understand what is being done. Love all bikes but enjoy the Harley videos most. Stay well!!
one quick piece of info Del... technically if you're going to pre-fill your filters, you should fill them through the outside ring of circles. Filling it through the middle actually bypasses the filter media before the oil enters the engine :) Not a massive risk but why take chances.
Why would you need to filter clean engine oil lol
I question the logic of using an o--ring instead of a crush washer? But having said that, if using the oring, never use addional sealants of any kind.
Great job... He didn't talk about a bunch of non sense....like most people... Good job
I just wanted to say that your videos are awsome. I have a 2018 street glide and just did a 3 hole change. I took you advice from a previous video and switch to all Amsoil. The bike runs SO MUCH SMOOTHER! It obvious how much better it is. Smoother gear changed, less engine noise, and even though I cannot explain why, but runs lower RPMs at higher speeds then it previously did. Keep on with the videos please. Thank you so much!
Thanks for your kind feedback, am glad the Amsoil works for you, it's great to know our pride and joy is in fine fettle!
If you remove oil plug first,then gently remove filler plug,helps to control initial gush on your hand etc. Good vids
Exactly lol. I thought this was common sense.
The tape on the filter trick was worth the price of admission. Thanks!
Most welcome mate!
You make it so easy! Finally a maintenance free from gooey oily spots. Thanks 🙏
Easy peasy and good tutorial for those that don’t know. Well done guys 👍🏻
Thanks buddy.👍 Hope you're having a good weekend.
Great video Del. Good point on loosening the fill plug first and always replace the O-ring. I've seen several riders fail to perform this task. Always follow the service book procedures.
Love these HD maintenance vids, Del! I use your idea about the bit of plastic under the filter every time. Who wants oil spills on the garage floor?
No one does it better… you guys are awesome… hope you and Penny have a great weekend there. 🏍👍🏍
Thank you most kindly Sir.. im glad you enjoyed it.. have a great weekend too and let's hope spring isn;t too far away.. 3 degrees C and raining here..:-(
@@Moonfleet41 yikes. We narrowly missed an ice storm last night here. Be well, my friends! 😎
Those side plate additions to your lift, look like they've paid for themselves with the servicing on just this one bike! Nice to see the ease of on/off.
They certainly are mate, money well spent for my own safety, important when you work alone.
They say we learn something every day, the little trick for catching oil when removing filter quality saves one eck of a mess. stay safe and stay strong!!
Thanks Gazza, glad it can help mate... makes a lot less to clear up afterwards..
@@Moonfleet41 some times the simple little ideas are the ones we never think of, glad your health is looking brighter buddy stay safe!
@@gazgazist Yeah, simple ideas are the best aye... and thanks yeah feeling a lot better these days ! 😄
Good trick with the masking tape on the filter--earns a "Thumb's Up" from me.
Thanks Delboy, picked up a Sportglide for Christmas and will be changing the oil in the morning. Amsoil 60W synthetic. Cheers from Putnam Valley NY.
Congraulations on your new bike, and have fun with the service!
the only place to be. DELBOY'S GARAGE !!
omg, couldn't harley find a stupider place to put the filter???
Sure, I've had to drape a cloth somewhere, or wrap a bit of tin foil on a header (in case of the occasional drip) while spinning off a filter, but this???
Like seriously, I've worked on dozens of bikes and not encountered THAT level of idiocy.
Can you imagine how many people just didn't have anything handy to stick in there to catch the spill??
I hate harleys.
We all grow up thinking that they're great bikes, until you learn about them...
Anyhow, good job Delboy; you make great videos
So you don't like Harleys then..? lol. And "Stupider" what a wonderful word !! But seriously mate.. maybe yer being a little harsh, how many sports bikes site the filter on the front of the engine behind the header pipes so you have to burn yer hands trying to fish it out while it pours it's contents all over the hot pipes? :-))
Prime the oil filter. Never thought of that, I will do that from now on. Many thanks very interesting.
Most welcome mate. Glad to help!
Very nice tutorial, Del, clear and instructive as always. Fun to watch. Hope you get a lot of bikers to spannering and savíng some money.
Cheerio from Nürnberg, Günter
Thank you Günter, it's nice to spread and share a little knowledge if anyone can use it!
Hey Del and Penny. As I’ve mentioned is this series and I think it’s true in most of the DYI projects to maintain your bike that your have provided us in the past… great, simple, easy to follow instruction to help us understand our bikes and to save some money doing the wrenching ourselves.
One of the habits I have gotten into is every second oil change I let the dealer do it, because I thought they were looking the bike over and making sure the critical fasteners, brakes, tires and all the small items that could kill me were being looked at by “trained professionals”! Well it turns out, the last time I was in for this service I was talking to the service writer and I asked about all the details that I thought they were performing… they weren’t, only changing the oil. I said “well I can do that, why would I bring it in for you to do it?”
My question, could you do a quick video outlining all the critical fasteners? Or if you have one maybe I should go back and find it!?
I think it might be beneficial to get myself that shop manual that you have recommended for the many years I have been watching. I actually took your advice 7 years ago when I had my VRod and I bought a sportster for my girlfriend. I had shop manuals for each after watching your video on adjusting a sportster clutch cable. I think you shot that video inside your house!!! Many changes since then!!!
I would also like a lift table… at 48yrs old,!crawling under a motorcycle is getting tougher each day! Haha
Thanks again for all your hard work… if we lived close, we’d be mates!
Pete 🇨🇦
We would be mates indeed Pete, kindred spirits i think ! With the critical fasteners, if you look in your service manual the procedure is actually detailed in there step by step, every fastener, the torque range required and even the required technique for some that must be loosened and then re-torqued ! every bike has a different set of requirements and that's why a video would always be only of use to that specific bike... ive never made a video of it, but it's so easy once you have the tools and the manual, anyone could do it at home.! as for the other fundamentals, such as brakes, tyres and other small items, you can still do those yourself, just make a list, and tick them off one job at a time on a regular basis.. Take care and enjoy your weekend.. D&Px
Nice how to video Del and Penny. A good one for the new owners mate. Penny and you have a great weekend and hope it's not to cold over there. It's only 43C today lol, a bit on the hot side. I think you need to us a little bit of cold weather lol. Take care and stay safe in this crazy world. Cheers
You'd be most welcome mate, we have plenty to share! 3C and frosty this morning, then rain all day tomorrow! ...soon be Spring for us and it'll be time to send the sun back! Have a great weekend mate, stay safe and keep well, D&Px
Loved it!….this is another one of your videos that ill need time and time again. Thanks Del, a very clear and concise video and worth its weight in gold. Kind regards Beans.
You're most welcome my friend, im glad you can use it, it's fun taking care of your bike, as well as riding it.
Awesome work Del
Thanks Mike 👍, hope you've enjoyed your trip to Cali!
Another great video brother ! thanks to you i've used the tape on the oil filter trick to have more grip and has helped me a lot ! keep up the great work !!! stay safe guys cheers from new york!!! 🥂🥂🥂🥂
Thank you Brother, im glad it works for you, easy and simple right.. Have a great weekend both of you and stay safe too .D&Px
Another great video Del! Lots of advice and tips of the trade. One to add to my library. Many thanks as always.
You're very welcome Shaun!
Great work Sir , didn't realize on the tightness on oil filter , top tips , thank you , great video
No problem 👍, thanks for your kind support, as always!
Great Video with info I needed, Thank You! I always like to change break-in oil early and will turn my first 100 miles on my new Street Glide today so that factory oil is coming out! My old torque wrench is unreliable so I need to pick a new one up. I always used the liquid white Teflon in a tube on my EVO Primary, guess I'll continue to use that for the oil drain plug on my new M8? I hope I have enough room to use the small oil filter wrench I used the last 25 years on my old EVO Softail. The new M8 looks to be a bit harder to get to...
If I may be so bold and suggest respectfully that you leave the break in oil in your engine until the end of the break in period... t his is very important for machined surfaces inside the motor to safely wear in to each other and bed in properly... modern high performance oils won't allow this to happen and your engine will not perform as well in the future. Your break in oil is not just there as a cheap solution, it's there for a mechanical purpose and should be allowed to do it's job... you're actually doing your bike a favour by changing it at the correct mileage and no sooner.. even though this is a little counter intuitive, it's the correct way to do it... Good luck with your new bike mate, it's wonderful to hear that you're taking such good care of it!
Del makes me happy 😊
Always great info Del. Thanks for the easy follow, high quality presentation.
Pete 🇨🇦
Thanks Pete, glad you enjoyed it!
Some good tips there Del, watched a vid by muddy sump before I did my first oil & filter change on my Tiger and he used the box the filter came in to catch the oil the same way as your sheet of plastic, saved me some mess. As for over the filter being over tight that happened to me and I had to drill holes through the filter wrench and use self tappers to secure it before I could get it off. Got that tip from a TMF video... RUclips is a mine of information to get you out of the sh#t... Lovely Street Glide by the way 👍
Good afternoon, thanks for the review. Question, on my HD road king in 2023, when wiping the remnants of engine oil spilled on the engine housing under the oil filter after replacing the oil filter, at the junction of the two engine covers there was an earlier outflow of squeezed gray sealant (gray factory sealant, it is visible in your video at 5:10 minutes), this piece of sealant when wiped with a rag, it was torn off to a length of 5 millimeters, but it was not possible to see how deep it was torn off since the oil filter was already tightened. Can you tell me where the oil is oozing from? I can send a photo, you can write an e-mail address.
Side stand and upright measurements... great things.
Great video as always Dell love tip with the tape thank you
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it.
Thanks Del. About to do an oil and filter change on my 2020 CVO Ultra. Using Amsoil also. What are your thoughts on using Amsoil 20W50 in all three holes as per manual spec?
I'm assuming the manual doesn't advise Amsoil, I'm sure it advises Forumla+ etc., in my view, as much as you can use 20W50 in all three holes, and it's perfectly adequate, there's still a better option... I'm sure you'll agree that adequate doesn't mean best... A dedicated gear oil for the transmission will make it run quieter with smoother gear changes... otherwise it's perfectly fine for engine and primary. However, if you're more comfortable following the manual, then that won't be wrong.
@Moonfleet41 thanks for the reply. I've read so much about it...and I have to say I agree. I'll be using gear oil in the box 👍
Top video I did my zzr oil change today too
Good on yer mate, hope you're all keeping safe and well? Have a great weekend!
@@Moonfleet41 I’m good hope u and penny good too
Great video, clear , precise & so easy newbies to follow. Nice weather here next weekend, so out on Freddie Fatboy perchance, have a great weekend both, hi to Lady Penelope 😀 👍x
Have fun Geoff, it's been so cold and wintery it'll be nice to have some sunshine... ride safe and stay in touch, D&Px
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Nice video Del, I love the way you explain things..what O ring kit are you using, whats the make....cheers, Danny//
Here you go mate... www.spanner-monkey.co.uk/rubber-o-ring-assortment-419pc-metric-113281?search=bor419&description=true
@@Moonfleet41 Thx Del :)😀
Using the right oil Amsoil #1
Nice helps me a ton
Great video Del. Love your tips.
Thanks buddy👍
Great vid Del
The maintenance instructions say that it is necessary to tighten the torque of the engine oil drain plug 19-28.5 Nm, the question is, how much force to tighten 19 or 28.5, please tell me? A 2023 Harley davidson Road King motorcycle.
Hi there, 19-28.5 is a 'range' of twist force. It's not '19 or 28.5', it's tighten anywhere between 19 and 28.5... so no less than 19 and no more than 28.5, but anywhere inbetween is good... if you're not sure where to set it, somewhere in the middle is fine... just around 24 is fine.... Harley Davidson always give a 'torque range', not a specific setting... Good luck with it.
@@Moonfleet41 thank you very much
Hey brother Love the video, I love that trick with the cellophane I use tin foil very good idea.
Hi mate completely unrelated to this video but I’ve been watching your videos for quite a few years now, first off all great work keep doing what your doing and secondly I’ve seen you use those wiha t handle Allen keys and I was wondering if they do metric and imperial versions as I have seen you use them on the Harley and on the Busa. If you could answer my question I would greatly appreciate it mate👍
Yes they do both! Also, for more convenience, Wiha do a T-handle bit driver then you can simply use various hex bits of your choice, both metric or standard, a far cheaper way than buying many T-handles! Thanks for your support over the years!
Ok cool thanks very much for your answer keep up the good mate 👍👍
Love the videos. Quick question, who makes the lift you use?
Thank you for your kind words. Here are a couple of links for the lift equipment..
www.sealey.co.uk/product/5637707622/heavy-duty-electrohydraulic-motorcycle-lift-680kg-capacity
www.sealey.co.uk/product/5637707641/extension-side-ramps-for-mc680e-4pc
Thanks bro. That did help me out a lot
Great little episode today Del. Where did you get that rubber o- ring set from please mate?
Here you go Nick.. they're in stock too. www.spanner-monkey.co.uk/rubber-o-ring-assortment-419pc-metric-113281?search=BOR419&description=true
Many thanks for the video!
You are welcome!
Cheers mate great video,so the engine takes more than 4 quarts including filter? Cheers
What did you call that sealant that you put on the threads? Didn’t look like thread sealant we have in the US. Looked more like axle grease.
It's called "Blue Hylomar" !
Nice tip Del
Hulloooo Del.
Some great tips in there especially the cellophane which makes perfect sense. I have used rags in the past which is ok but you still get it all over the hands. Next time cellophane for sure. Like the masking tape trick also.
This vid was especially useful for me as I just traded the 1200 Sportster for a Street Bob 114. It's still on the water but should be here in the next two weeks.
Miss having access to hylomar in Sweden and still looking for a suitable alternative. I was surprised how shredded the O ring was. Thanks so much for your superb video's top class. 🇸🇪🇬🇧😊👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Many cogratulations Paul on your Street Bob, what a fantastic upgrade and going to that from a Sportster, you're going to be amazed at the performance! Have fun and let us know how you get on... have a great weekend, D&Px
@@Moonfleet41 Thank you very much Del. I'm not the kind of guy who goes for a new bike normally but the 114 Street Bob as you know only came out last year. Some used examples from last year were more expensive than a new one. I assume because of upgraded pipes, air filter etc. Not had a new bike since I was 17. I'm 58 now so long overdue. To be honest the 1200 Sportster was pretty damn quick even two up so I'm super excited with what should be a colossal torque gain. Will let you know for sure. Have a brill weekend you two. Good to see you back to full fitness again Del. 🇸🇪🇬🇧😊👋🏻
@@clark7169 hang on.. you found the Sportster quick?... not ridden a 114 yet?... Oh My Goodness, you're in for a shock mate.!!! Have fun but be ready for it.!😈
@@Moonfleet41 I know, I know but I've had an R1 in the past and an yammie xjr 1300 so I'm used to acceleration. But like you say Del I'm in for a shock with the torque. I'm more than ready for it. Going to run it in quietly away before attempting to wheel spin it in every gear possible. 😜👋🏻 Ride safe!
@@clark7169 Ha ha, kindred spirits brother...lol!
Hi Del hope your fit and well, could you please advise where to purchase AMSoil's from. Always been a syn3 person before.
As I have a Softail all be it, in pieces at the moment, I love your videos on Harleys. I was just wondering what you think about the whole E10 fuel malarky? Cheers.
Thanks mate, the fuel thing is no big shakes, the simple drawback is that it doesn't store very long, otherwise it's no different to the old fuel, so if I'm going to use it right away, I go with E10 (you may have noticed it's printed on your fuel cap so it's fine to use), and if I'm not going to use a bike so often, I'll just buy super-unleaded which is E5 and it's fine!
Question on this.... so I changed my oil after taking it in for the 1k service last year. I think they overtightened the filter so when I took it off the actual threaded nut, the nut came off with the filter, still in it. I can't find torque settings to reinstall this and is there anything special I should know when doing so?
I bought amsoil engine oil change kit, this is what's weird, I drained the oil I put 4 quarts in, started then checked and it was good. I went and put the old oil back in the empty containers and only ha 3 full qts and the 4th one probably about 1/8 in it I get home oil is high so I removed some... so basically I put 4 in but only 3 came out I'm confused
Great video, thank you !
You are welcome!
these videos are so good
Thanks mate, glad you enjoy them!
Oh yes, the horror of removing an over-tightened oil filter with a long screwdriver you hammered through it... :)
The harley streetglide 114. Does not take 4 quarts it takes 4.5. Perfect
Good info
I just bought my bike 2mo ago with 5,400 on it. Now I have 8,500 for the 3,000 mile service. I changed all oils at the beginning, my question is, do I only need to change the engine oil or all oils again? I do not have handbook / service manual.
OK, first thing you should do my friend is check in your handbook which will have been supplied with the bike and read up on your service schedule... Milwaukee 8 engines need a little less servicing than twin cams, I believe it's 5k engine oil, 10k primary and 20k transmission... but the primary oil gets dirty with clutch plate material very quickly, so for the sake of a litre of fluid, why not change it... and as for gearbox oil, that's also a litre, so why not change it for what little it costs.
Why would you put thread sealant if it has an o-ring?
why are you adding oil to the filter before you install it Del?
Thank you.
Thank you for the video
You're welcome
I noticed that you have the stock shifting linage rod that so many people say they fail when they pop apart. Best to consider an upgrade perhaps?
Second time I've heard this so will look in to it for sure, perhaps a fabrication project to make one for myself!
@@Moonfleet41 Good! Yes some people are saying its not ''IF'' but ''WHEN'' it will let loose.
@@ericjames7680 Ill be taking a look first thing tomorrow. Thanks mate,
Thought you would have blown the iron filings off the magnetic sump plug before returning....................Nice new workshop,wonder why you never sunk your bike lift in to be level with the workshop floor, I couldn't ride and dismount on mine, even with those "wings" you fixed on, asking for trouble, twisted ankles, bike on top of you!!
So, on side stand for engine and transmission oil change, and bike level side to side for primary oil change, correct?
That's right !
So simple, and yet so needed.....and always a great tutorial!! Cheers D & P....ride safe!
Thanks Allen, always good to hear from you, hope Spring is on it's way for you over there and you'll be able to get the bikes out soon! D&Px
@@Moonfleet41 Late March is usually about the earliest we can 'safely' get out on the bikes....but I'm sure looking forward to being back in the saddle again!! :-)
thanks very much.
Love watching the channel grow
No “purge” oil change change on this bike.
Is that for softails only?
Yeah, these are wet sump, purge is only relevant on the dry sump models.!
An excellent teacher as always. Great communication skills and great videos.
Thank you for your kind words Conor!
Thanks
Why would you use a 20-50 grade oil for your weather, Del?
Correct oil for the bike mate!
Smooooooth !
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Why thank you kindly.. Have a great weekend Brother.. D&Pxx
@@Moonfleet41 Thank you, peace love and hugs to you both
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Thanks for this Del. Do a V-Rod,.
HEllo, what is this blue paste, applied on that oil screw ? and what it is for ? thanks
Blue Hylomar sealant!
Are you going to put slip ons or a full system soon Del?...cobra makes nice slips ons that sound good without getting to crazy....even the so called neighbor haters aren't that loud but sound nice and throaty. Love the black in black Del that was a good color choice man.
At some point in the future buddy for sure!... got a few other expenses right now, just honoured to have achieved the bike itself after a lifetime of bike ownership, but of course, I will upgrade the pipes when I can afford to!
@@Moonfleet41 ....fair enough sir...I definitely understand that for sure....I had to buy a 2004 road king cause I just can't afford the new bikes just yet, but I'm riding and that's all I care about. The new harleys are absolutely amazing for sure....one day I'll own a brand new road king...
Love the service videos, helps those who might be unsure
Glad to help mate and thanks for your feedback!
O small question. Is the oil filter the standard one? It does not look like the new version.
It's the same as the one that came off, just chrome rather than black!
@@Moonfleet41 look up the new service buletin. they have changed the part number. It's a longer oil filter and you can tel by the red/orange dot inside
Why does the engine have to be hot to drain the oil?
so much time on the filter... and totally skipped over the the drain plug... my neighbor just spent a ridiculous amount of money to get the oil changed on his bike... I'm here primarily just to see where the drain plug is...
My Harley dealership claimed that Harley Davidson sent out a bulletin stating you are NOT to use Amsoil on the Milwaukee 8 engine... anyone knows if there is any truth to that
Hi there, I can't comment on that as I haven't heard of this yet (but that's not to say it isn't true, I just don't keep up with factory bulletins etc.), perhaps the best place to check is with your Harley dealer and ask for a written copy of the bulletin which should contain further information as to 'why' they are electing to prohibit it's use, not just the word of a member of staff at the counter as there is always a lot of hearsay and misinterpretation with Harley... I had an XR1200 fuel tank swell up and expand with the ethanol issue, and two dealerships denied any knowledge of it!... yet others were saying it was going to be a recall... get it in writing then you know it's true, and why!
may i know what is the o ring size?
Like the tip with the cellophane and the tape on the filter! I’m in a dilemma with my current bike, it has full main dealer history from the same dealer, which is local, Now do I keep that service history up or just do it myself and write what it’s had in the book, just can’t decide what to do!
The questions to ask yourself Andy, are can you do a competent job of it that is safe and adequate?, How much money will you save in doing it yourself?, and do you have that money to burn? and does a dealer stamped service history make any difference to the price they'll offer you when you come to trade it in..? (best way to test that.. ask them next time you're there, how much would i get in P/X....don't mention service history... once they say a price.. mention it has full service history "by the way", and see if they'll then increase the offer..!! from that conversation you can determine whether paying them to service your bike is a sound investment in it's future value or not..! Hope that helps mate. !
@@Moonfleet41 I never thought of doing that! When I sit back and think with the bits I have done so far out of boredom (spark plugs, K&N filter, new braided hoses, new tyres and a new gold chain with black sprocket) I think all I am short is the oil and filter and go around and check the bearings and check all the bolts for tightness and it’s more than done!
cool
I´m from Brazil (litte city - Dom Joaquim-MG) I have a Fat Boy Harley Davidson 2020, this video very ease for change óleo.
Why is my filler plug so hard to take off
Are you tugging on the right plug mate.. there are 4 of them under the motor...and one of them is threadlocked in !!!
I got a question, how do you dispose of the oil? I work as an apprentice at a merc dealership and we have an oil tank that gets emptied frequently. So how would I safely dispose any oil? Love the videos they're cool to watch and learn about bikes
You do that at your local waste oil bank, which is your local recycling center. If you don’t know it yet, your used cooking oil should be recycled there too.
you have any Indians over there, never seen you work on one yet
Local Indian dealer is great, lots riding around the local area, but all my mate have Harleys !
Kwel video !! Oil change for idiots ! ( just kidding! ). Good 101 course for youngsters.
Where does this product (oil sump plug) go as it's a Allen, not the 5/8" drain plug: ruclips.net/video/w5cYHd8Z-Xc/видео.html