How To Change Motorcycle Oil & Filter from SportbikeTrackGear.com
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In this video we show you how Van changes the oil and filter on his Yamaha YZF-R6. He also offers up a couple of useful hints to make the job go smoothly. Please use the link above to visit our site and view the entire "How To" Series of Videos.
The purpose behind this video is to offer a look a what it takes to do this job. Every motorcycle is a little different so the procedure will vary accordingly. As always if you are not comfortable working on your own bike please take it to a licensed motorcycle technician. This video is for entertainment purposes only.
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Love your channel Brian, I've used many of your "How to" videos to service my bike, by far the best instructional videos I've seen on youtube. Many thanks
Thank you for watching and your feedback Shaun Tiger1050! Glad we could help with our videos, we try to make them very easy to follow and with simple tools, etc. ~Aubrey
There's nothing on youtube I've found that matches you knowledge and well constructed tutorials, they've helped a lot
Thanks for doing these awesome how-to videos. I have an 06 R6 and these DEFINITELY help me out when wrenching on my own bike. It would be awesome to see other general maintenance videos like coolant flush, fork oil change, etc.
Great video! You truly are a professional who takes great pride in working on your bike. Thanks
Will do and thanks for watching!
very educational video...i dont have an R6 and i watched the whole video...i like the way you explain things nice and easy!
Thank you for the positive feedback, appreciated as always. As for the thumbs down, people love to hate and that will never go away. ~Aubrey
Great... now I'm tempted to buy pretty much every tool you used.
Thanks for this video, watched it before changing my oil for the first time
You are welcome and thanks for watching! - Van
You are welcome and thanks for watching! - Van
Love your bike maintenance/upgrade videos! Keep them coming!
Hi there STG, i just wanted to point out a couple of things: First, always let the oil flow out of the engine on the side stand, the oil drain-nut was design-positioned for that...second: people, CHECK THE OWNERS MANUAL (!!!!!) to see if your oil dip-stick is supposed to be screwed back in to check the oil or not!!! on the video, the friendly dude screws the dip stick back in to check the oil, after that i just checked the owners manual for my bike, and on my bike it says you are NOT supposed to screw it in to check the oil, but to just touch it againt the surface. I am not sure about the R6, but def check your owners manual to be sure! cheers mate.
Thanks Bryan I just wanted to a nice clean job!😀
Interestingly, my bike manual says not to screw in the dipstick to check the level - I guess it changes by manufacturer but worth checking as it does make a difference. Notice you didn't change the crush washer - I do but I think it's probably overkill. Love your videos - clean pro work well explained - thanks.
Every bike can be different so you should for sure check the manual first. Thank you for watching and for the kind words. - Van
Keep 'em coming, Mr. Van, I'm sharing these with all my friends. STG is a fountain of knowledge. And Motul looks like lol
Thank you for the positive feedback and support, it's much appreciated! ~Aubrey
Motul 300v and K&N is the exact combo i use in my first gen. I will never run anything else and i dont care if its 100$ an oil change its well worth it. Your bike will treat you only as good as you treat it.
im always willing to learn something new great video nicely explained too.
Thanks for watching! - Van
That's a nice R6. I regret not buying one when they were around!
Buy the 2017, it's even better. - Van
thanks man. I really enjoyed it. very detailed and professional
when checking the oil on most metric bikes it is done upright and level ,and on your model is done with the dipstick seated, not screwed in. Look in your owners manual it will give you the proper amount of oil needed.
More than welcome, thanks for watching
It's cool that this video came out since I have to do my 1st oil change on my YZF-600R in the next couple of days. I paid for the 1st oil change at the dealership during it's initial valve clearance check and they charged me $120.00 for the Oil Change! I was like WTF?!?! I'll be propping up the bike with front/rear stands, and adjusting the chain while I'm at it. Not looking forward to all the fasteners (looks like 18 or more) that I have to remove just to get the lower body work off. >_
Hands down best instructional videos for doing work on a bike! Van is there any way that you can do a video on how to do a coolant flush? The other ones on youtube aren't very good.
Wow!!! Finally a shirt that fits. LOL
You're welcome! - Van
Thanks man great video, I'm going to save a few bucks now.
To everyone commenting on the dipstick, the oil level is to be checked with the bike on the kickstand. Seeing as how he has the same race bike as me, and does not have a kickstand, screwing the dipstick down compensates for the angle while on the stands.
Thank you for the feedback Joe, good information for all of our viewers. ~Aubrey
Inspect it and if there is an issue replace it. I have never had to replace the drain plug gasket on any of the bikes I have changed the oil on to this point. All of the years I spent servicing cars I would say it was very uncommon to change the drain plug gasket on any of the modern vehicles. They are intended to be reused. As long as there is no damage you should not have an issue reusing the drain plug gasket.
I love your video's!
Is there a specific reason why you tread the dipstick back in when checking the oil level? Because the original Yamaha ownermanual says that you should not do that.
Love to hear from you
Thanks a bunch! Love these vids!
Super thorough, thanks for the awesome vid!
Thank you for the feedback, glad we could help! ~Aubrey
I have never needed to do so. If you inspect it and it looks good then you should not have an issue.
Hey thanks for the video, i enjoy watching your videos on how to's :) but my only question is , i have 2009 R6 and the owners manual is telling that when you are checking the oil level you DON'T screw in the dip stick , you just place it on the threads
Yes, you can use that method for checking the oil level, pretty standard for anything. Thanks for watching! ~Aubrey
I.m up in Canada, having a hell of a time finding safety wire pliers.
I think OP meant metal crush washer and not a rubber gasket, which would yield a different answer I'm sure. I like to replace the crush washer on my Evo X (car) and S1000RR every time I change the oil. $0.40 for piece of mind is worth it. Cheers!
Great video thanks dude!
Hi...Van.... IS that Necessary Use Engine Flush In Every Oil Change.....? Is It Harm Ful for Bikes?
I would never use engine flush. - Van
Doing my first oil changed on my 2013 Yamaha R6. I really wanted to know if I should use motul oil for my bike. Been researching on what oil product is the best. I would love hearing back from STG, thanks in advance!
Manuel, it depends on the type of riding you are doing and what you are looking for but almost all of us here use the Motul 300V in our bikes. Thanks! ~Aubrey
The best way to get the bodywork off is to use T Handles. Standard L Shaped allen wrenches do not work well for bodywork removal.
What do you think of aftermarket magnetic drain plug replacements? Do they really pull metal filings out of oil that a good oil filter wouldn't catch?
I have a 2007 R6. The service manual says specifically NOT to screw the dipstick in when checking the level. It says to just drop it in the hole until it makes contact, then pull it back out. Thoughts?
i love your video thank you so much
i have one question i recently bought a gsxr 750 and i did the oil change according to the manual it says 2.5 liter (if i change the filter as well). while on online forums they say 3.3 liter i already put 3 liter and it doesnt hit the "L" mark on the oil level inspection window. I dont want to put over the limit so what would you recommend?
Make sure you are referencing your owners manual for this to ensure you are checking the level properly. Once you verify you are checking it properly I would add oil until you are in the proper range through the inspection window. - Van
I have had two KN filters leak oil from that nut on top on my 2014 rsv4 factory. Have you had the same problem?
No I have not had that problem personally but have heard of it and been at the track when there was an issue. We started using Hi-Flo filters on our bikes a year or so ago. It is also important to note you need to be careful if you use a wrench to tighten the filter. If you use too much force it can cause an issue. Best practice would be to tighten the filter by hand and only using the nut to safety wire the filter and remove it when you change the oil. - Van
good informative vid thanks
Hi I have a gsxr 600 2005 and was wondering if you would recommend i use 10W-50 oil? I am using the bike for street riding?
No I would not suggest 10w-50 for that bike. I would use 10W-40 in your bike. - Van
@sportbiketrackgear ok thank you. I have 10w-40 oil on the bike right now and was just wondering. But I will be using 10w-40 and not changing it.
You are welcome.@@severikarjalainen
Great video
great tutorial. very well spoken. vid got two thumbs down for whatever reason. i can only assume your articulation was above their heads.
My thoughts are that makes very little sense. The 2008 R6 takes 2.75 Quarts of oil when the filter is changed. When checking the oil after changing the oil and filter (adding 2.75 quarts) and checking the oil with seating the dipstick it reads full on the money. Reading the procedure to check the oil it completely contradicts itself IMO.
What do you think about using torque wrench for both filter and drain plug?
Another important tip is make sure the bike is upright because that will affect the oil level when checking :)
What oil type of oil should I use for street bike gsxr600 2016 and filter
I use Motul 300v Full Synthetic in all of our bikes. It costs a few bucks more but is the absolute best insurance you can get for your motor. - Van
Do you have any idea how much oil exactly a 125cc engine requires?? Actually I'm really impressed by your work so I thought I should really ask you. I hope you have some suggestions to keep my engine in a mint condition
You need to check the owners manual or make note of how much oil you use next time you change it. Oil levels from on 125cc motor to another may vary. - Van
+Sportbike Track Gear Van, how come you use Brake Fluid Cleaner to clean the area and any you recommend specifically?
What brake clean you use? and does that has the potential of damaging seals?
When you install the oil filter how far past first contact do you snug it down? I went somewhere around 3/4 turn with just my hands no oil filter wrench and it seemed to be tight at that point. I went that way as that is how I was always taught to do it on my cars, 3/4 to 1 turn past the contact. I read one write up that said to only go a 1/4 turn which made me think I went to far. I also use a little oil on the rubber gasket and put about half full of oil in the filter. I lost a little as well when installing it. Tried to screw it on pretty fast but had some trouble getting the threads to take at first, mostly likely because I was rushing. Hopefully they went on straight but I don't recall any resistance to it once I got the threads started.
What kind of oil would you recommend for the 400 ninja
We are running Motul 300V in a 5w30 for racing. You may want to use 10w40 for the street. - Van
heloo,a have yamaha r1 2005,im put 300ml (300 grams)more .in manual says 3.1 litre, i put 3.4 litre,is any problem or not?
Best not to overfill the oil. Check and drain as needed. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear
Tonight i pull out oil from the oil filter about 150ml and seems everything to be okey now. Thanks for the fast answer.
What would you recommend for my 08R6 the manual says 10W30 but, I didn't see the motul 300V in 10w30. I seen that you guys have a 10W40. is this something I can place in mine?
I have an 09 R6 and use the 300v in a 10w40, so you should be good to go! Thanks! ~Aubrey
Quality video!
What size is the wrench you are using to drain and unscrew the oil and filter?
Did you shave that seat?
Great tutorial..
What I do on my Harley Street 750 is, Put some oil inside the Filter. Enough so it doesn't make much of a mess. Install. When I am done filling, I hit the Run Stop Switch. And Crank the engine a little bit. To Prime the Pump and fill the Filter. Reset the Switch and run it for a minute. Check the Level. Harley is a little funny. As they have a Cold and Hot Fill lines.
Hi. I have a 04 yamaha r6 and i was thinking for motul 300v 15w50 is that good? or i should put something else like 10w40 etc...
whats the purpose of filling up the oil filter with oil ?
It just helps to reduce the time there is low oil pressure when you first start up. - Van
No, this is a seat pan with a foam pad - no stock seat. ~Aubrey
hello i took my gas tank off also, but i confused the vapor lines and cant remember which one goes where, could you please show me the correct way. thanks
I just bought a Katana 600 as a project, and its almost done. The Service manual says with oil change and filter it should be 3500 mL, which is about 3.7 Quarts. Now, should I just toss in 2 quarts at first? Note I don't have a dipstick.
You could go closer to 3 to start. - Van
Two things :
How does that wire stop the filter from coming loose and in my bike manual it says you have to torque the filter and drain plug.
Any reason why you don't.
The safety wire will help to prevent fasteners, caps and filters from coming loose. To be clear it is no replacement for tightening the fasteners properly. I do not use a torque wrench because I have over 30 years of experience with 20 of them spent as a professional (automotive) so I have really good feel for proper torque. If you are unfamiliar then it is not a bad idea to use a torque wrench. IMO there is no need to torque an oil filter, just tighten until it is seated (stops turning when the gasket is fully compressed). Drain plug is a spot where you could use the torque wrench if you like, most riders do not.
We offer drain plugs that are drilled for safety wire and oil filters that are also drilled for safety wire. Installing these even on a street bike is not a bad idea IMO. The safety wire adds a little piece of mind and is a nice preventative measure. Below are a couple links to these items (I selected random models you would need to go to the category for your bike):
PSR Yamaha YZF-R3 15-18 Magnetic Oil Drain Bolt
www.sportbiketrackgear.com/psr-yamaha-yzf-r3-15-17-magnetic-oil-drain-bolt/
Hiflofiltro Racing Oil Filter Yamaha YZF-R3 15-18 HF204RC
www.sportbiketrackgear.com/hiflofiltro-racing-oil-filter-yamaha-yzf-r3-15-17-hf204rc/
- Van
Just roughly how much oil does a 2012 r6 take or recommended?
Question , I want to start doing my own oil changes and I notice that some say 300,700,1100 what does that number stand for?? I understand viscosity like 10w-40
Quick question. I did my first oil change a little before 600 miles as per yamaha recommendation in the manual for my 08 r6. When should have the 2nd oil change done.
It depends on preference and how you are riding, but we usually change it twice a season riding the track. ~Aubrey
hmm... didnt know the oil cap lifted like that.... and i have been using motul for a few years now....
Quick question. Is there a reason why you didn't replace the 20 cent washer on the oil drain plug? I know for cars you should replace it with every oil change to make sure it doesn't leak as they change shape every time pressure is applied. Did you change it and not show it on video or did you just leave it? Thanks!
Proper video 👌🏾
how ofter do you need to chnage the oil?
My has changed at 100kms (first service) by dealer
then at 2200 kms I chnaged self (used motul)
I would use the manual as a guide but it really depends on what type of riding you are doing. With my R6 being a track only bike, I change it twice a year. ~Aubrey
If you go once a month to the track you change the oil! If yes, why?
You should always replace the drain plug washer!
What type of rearsets are those ?
Thank you for this helpful video!
I'm so confused about switching from mineral oil (Yamaha lube) to full Synthetic oil like Motul 300V.
Can I switch to Synthethic oil right after the first 1000 km? Or should I have to wait longer? Like 3000 km or more? Thank you btw.
You should be able make the switch but I would wait until you are ready for the first oil change or recommended in the owners manual. ~Aubrey
Whats the name of that exact k&n oil filter? I want to put that one on my 07 r6, but don't want to buy the wrong oil filter. Thank you.
Eloy - we have an application chart right on the website but the 2007 R6 should take a KN 204. Thanks!
stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/Detail.bok?no=37125
brian, is it better to change the oil when te engine is hot or cold?
Run the engine for a few minutes before you pull the filter and drain plug. Just don't run it too long or the oil will be really hot. Just long enough for the vehicle to begin to warm up
can you do for a bmw rr1000 ?
You can never have too many tools...
KN gasket comes pre oil
I thought you loosen the filter then take the bottom plug off.
what oil should i use on my zx6r it has 16000 miles?
I personally always go with the Motul 300V. It does a great job at any range.
The shops always overcharges & can you really trust their work with your life!?
REASON N WHY PUT OIL IN THE OIL FILTER
You do this so the filter is already full when you fill the oil in the rest of the motor.
its okay that I forgot to add oil into my filter when I did an oil change? I just started to bike for 30 seconds turned it off came back the next day and topped it up
i own a r6 09 and everyone say yamaha engines dont last ?
Bullshit on that man. I have had a mountain of Yamahas with only 2 engine failures both of them were superbike builds and not stock. One of them I ran for three seasons which is why it blew up and the other was caused by the engine builder. - Van
I like how this took only about 12 minutes, but a dealership will charge for 1-2 hours of labor.
this video was obviously cut bud.
Adrian McConnell It would likely take longer than 12 minutes but we cut a few of the mundane parts out so the video isn't an extra 5-10 minutes of silence or nothing...
I've not seen anyone fill the oil.filter first lol
Doing that just helps the motor build oil pressure faster. - Van
@@sportbiketrackgear thanks for clarifying and getting back.
Who you kidding Motorcycles are the cheapest to buy. You get a new bike well upgraded under 30k try buying a car and upgrade for racing under 80K good luck
you should have worn some gloves.
How difficult is it to change oil? Why are all these videos "How to..." talk too much!!! Just show the simple steps and that's it!!!
Whats your opinion on reusing the oil drain plug washer?