I’m looking into getting a goldwing and I like to do my own maintenance. This video was fantastic; helped me understand the bike a lot more. Thank you for sharing your knowledge for newbies!
As far as the crush washers go, after 115K miles my 2015 Yamaha FJ-09 still has its original crush washer. I'm cheap and it still works. Thanks for the videos. They've helped me in my decision to buy a Goldwing.
Thanks! I don't think you'll regret buying the new Goldwing, but make sure to test ride one with the DCT first before buying just to see if you like it!
Sweet videos for the new riders. A small note: the DCT initialization is not only cause you just put fresh oil, it's also mating the new oil with the wear of the dual clutches. I call it a perfect kiss till the next oil change. Moreover, get yourself a shallow oil pan from Amazon.
@@MotoMengy I had a bmw f800gt and that was easy but I'm sure bugger sport touring bikes with more fairings are a bit difficult. Main thing is the oil reset.
I assume you warmed the engine up before changing the oil and filters. I’ve been using cheap aluminum pans from the dollar store. They’re big enough and low enough to allow access to the drain plugs and not get oil all over the place. After changing the oil & filters I run the clutch initialization. It seems to run better that way. I ran across a thread somewhere that recommended an alternate O ring that fits better and lessens the chance of binding/pinching. (learned you do the initialization also 👍)
Yep, I always warm the bike up first. And yes there is an alternate O-ring part which seems to work better, but mine is still good so I'll keep using it for now.
I'm not sure offhand what size the washers are, the Honda dealer just gave me the correct ones. The DDNDN is the code you key in using the manual shift pad, D = Drive and N = Neutral.
Mine was a PITA..none of my oil filter wrenches worked the dealer didnt have any kits in stock or caps, i had to try every single cap at auto parts stores till i found one that worked .
*HEY GUYS, I NEED SOME HELP!* I changed my oil and oil filter yesterday on my 2011 kawasaki ninja 250 and when I went to tight the filter cover and oil filter mounting bolt, I broke the filter cover.. It's in pieces and I've been searching all over to get a replacement but where's a good place to order one? Or could I use another oil filter cover at maybe a local hardware or bike shop??
@@MotoMengy That's fine but use the Honda Synthetic or Motul Synthetic, the Motul will quiet the downshifts and shifts more,, it's just an unwritten law..
I’m looking into getting a goldwing and I like to do my own maintenance. This video was fantastic; helped me understand the bike a lot more. Thank you for sharing your knowledge for newbies!
Glad it was helpful! Oil changes aren't bad on the Wing at all, just takes a bit of time.
As far as the crush washers go, after 115K miles my 2015 Yamaha FJ-09 still has its original crush washer. I'm cheap and it still works. Thanks for the videos. They've helped me in my decision to buy a Goldwing.
Thanks! I don't think you'll regret buying the new Goldwing, but make sure to test ride one with the DCT first before buying just to see if you like it!
Great video! You did a super job with all the explaination. Had no problem doing this for my first time. Thanks! Jim
That's great, glad I helped Lu-Ann!
Fantastic video! Thanks for making a quality instructional video! You are more of a mechanic than you think!
Wow, thanks, glad you liked it! 😀
Sweet videos for the new riders. A small note: the DCT initialization is not only cause you just put fresh oil, it's also mating the new oil with the wear of the dual clutches. I call it a perfect kiss till the next oil change. Moreover, get yourself a shallow oil pan from Amazon.
Yeah, a shallow oil pan is on my list of things to buy this winter.
Great videos and you have a great personality. Thanks pal!
I appreciate that!
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Thanks David!
Nice video, you made the oil change on this Beamer look easy lol.
I've never owned a BMW, are oil changes hard on them?
@@MotoMengy I had a bmw f800gt and that was easy but I'm sure bugger sport touring bikes with more fairings are a bit difficult. Main thing is the oil reset.
Thanks. I have the M model so there is less to be done. Keep up the vids.
Yes you should have one less filter to change out! 😁
What ?? No CHROME under there like a Harley??? 😲😅😂😂 I learned something new about the DCT Initialization ! Great job on the Wing oil change! 💪💪👏👏
Glad you liked it!
Wing owners don't need to compensate for anything by adding chrome 😂
@@mattyb7736 TRUE THAT!!
it's not a beamer...it's a Goldwing! .... that made me laugh lol ! .... nice bonus the trans initialization. Thanks for the geat video!
I think a lot of riders still don't know the Goldwing got updated to a new design!
Thank you Mengy!
My pleasure!
FYI-You can buy blue or black neoprene gloves 500-100 real cheap. Also now that you’re here. Just a reminder. A belly pan would be a good thing.
Watching this had my OCD going into overtime. I just wanted to take a wire brush to everything to clean the dirt off.
My bike needs a good detailing. Thankfully winter is coming so I'll have the time to do it!
I’m debating about getting a DCT for my next bike . Wayyyyy different than my GL1500 !!
There isn't anything like the Honda DCT in the motorcycle market. It's awesome, yet it's not for everyone either. I love it myself!
Thanks
You are welcome Logan!
Home Depot sells a good shallow drain pan
Yeah, I need to get one, my old drain pan is irksome to use.
I assume you warmed the engine up before changing the oil and filters. I’ve been using cheap aluminum pans from the dollar store. They’re big enough and low enough to allow access to the drain plugs and not get oil all over the place. After changing the oil & filters I run the clutch initialization. It seems to run better that way. I ran across a thread somewhere that recommended an alternate O ring that fits better and lessens the chance of binding/pinching. (learned you do the initialization also 👍)
Yep, I always warm the bike up first. And yes there is an alternate O-ring part which seems to work better, but mine is still good so I'll keep using it for now.
What size is the crush washers and during the DCT initialization you showed DDN.., what do we do with that? Thanks
I'm not sure offhand what size the washers are, the Honda dealer just gave me the correct ones. The DDNDN is the code you key in using the manual shift pad, D = Drive and N = Neutral.
@@MotoMengy Thanks
Mine was a PITA..none of my oil filter wrenches worked the dealer didnt have any kits in stock or caps, i had to try every single cap at auto parts stores till i found one that worked .
I just use an old clamp style filter wrench. It isn't ideal but it works with a bit of finesse.
*HEY GUYS, I NEED SOME HELP!*
I changed my oil and oil filter yesterday on my 2011 kawasaki ninja 250 and when I went to tight the filter cover and oil filter mounting bolt, I broke the filter cover.. It's in pieces and I've been searching all over to get a replacement but where's a good place to order one? Or could I use another oil filter cover at maybe a local hardware or bike shop??
No idea, I've never had a Ninja. Any Kawasaki dealer should be able to get the cover for you I'd think?
What oil are you using 5qt?
Yeah the 5qt Honda GN4 oil. It's what the manual recommends and it sells for a good price from my local Honda dealers.
Need to get a H-D oil pan it low with more room to work.
Yep, that's actually what I plan to buy this winter!
That oil isn't synthetic which it must be
It's the recommended Honda oil, I just use what the dealer, owner and service manual say to use.
@@MotoMengy That's fine but use the Honda Synthetic or Motul Synthetic, the Motul will quiet the downshifts and shifts more,, it's just an unwritten law..
Interesting@@seatime674 , I'll have to try that next oil change!
@@MotoMengy People have went from the Honda oil to the Motul 7100 synthetic and said it was a massive difference in shifting
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Sorry Samantha, I don't normally wear my chaps when I work on my bike!