This video helped me a lot! I did this on my 1998 V Star 650. Here are some tips I learned along the way: 1) You will need to either jack up the bike or ride it on top of some thick plywood (like in the vid) to get under the bike and place a drain pan under it. The oil drain bolt is facing the kickstand. Since the bike is leaning on the kickstand you can't get under unless you use one of the above options to raise the bike. 2) You can't fit a 17mm socket on the oil drain plug. There isn't enough space. You need to use a wrench or can use a ratchet wrench. You might need a shorter wretch depending how high off the ground your put your bike. There is a bolt that connects to the right of the kickstand (if you are facing the kickstand) and through the frame. The other side of that bolt is connected to a nut. I believe they are both 15mm. If you remove that bolt and nut it will give you about 2-3 cm of extra space to get to the oil drain bolt. 3) Before putting in the oil filter first TRIPLE CHECK you are placing the extended part in first (as in the video). I also marked the the part of the filter facing outwards in a sharpie with the current mileage and oil used so I know for next time. 4) The metal body part (with the 2 hex long screws and 1 short one) has a rubber gasket built into it that presses against the outside of the oil filter. Remember to wipe that down (or get a new one) then rub a small amount of fresh oil on it before reconnecting it (just like with the rubber gaskets for the oil filter). 5) All the hex screws can be accessed with a standard allen key. The one furthest to the front of the bike is slightly blocked by the brake pedal. Just like in the vid, if you press the pedal down slightly you can access it. The bolts are also accessible enough to use the short end of the allen key for more leverage when you crack them off and tighten them on. You can use the long side of the allen key or a ratchet screw driver with an allen key bit to quickly loosen and tighten it. 6) You'll need 2 different size allen keys. A smaller one for the first cover with 3 bolts. A larger one for the 5 bolts on the piece under it. They are 4mm and 5mm. 7) POUR OIL IN NEW THE FILTER FIRST! Before you place in the oil filter pour some new oil inside it. This will let the filter soak up the oil so it flows easier when you first start up the bike after the oil change. 8) BEFORE PUTTING THE OIL DRAIN PLUG BACK IN make sure to wipe down the plug hole and clean the bolt. If there is any sand or grit it will cause a leak. The oil plug does not use a rubber gasket, it just uses the bolt and a metal washer to form the seal. 9) This took me about 2 hours the first time as some bolts were a little stubborn and I thoroughly cleaned everything along the way. Plan ahead for that. The 2nd time this should only take about 30 min (takes about 10-15 min just for the oil to completely drain) 10) One mistake in the vid (which you might have noticed) is he meant QUARTS NOT LITERS when talking about the oil. 2.8 QUARTS will get the oil right in the center of the sight glass (if also changing the filter). The manual says to use 3 quarts. I used 3 and it was just slightly above the center of the sight glass. I figure 3 quarts is better so there is extra oil in case some burns off or I later discover a slight leak. 11) As he said in the video, Yamaha no longer sells 20w-40 oil. I used 20w-50 synthetic motorcycle oil. I asked at the Yamaha motorcycle dealership and they said that fine and as a result I shouldn't need to change it again for 3000-4000 miles because it's synthetic. 12) REMOVE THE OIL FILLER CAP BEFORE DRAINING. Screw off the plastic cap where you pour in the oil before taking out the drain plug. It will let the oil drain faster as air can get it.
@@dubiousjesse True, I only change my oil 1-2 times a year (unless the oil in the viewing window looks black). Also don't forget the final drive (hub around rear wheel connected to the drive shaft) has its own oil reserve. That one gets changed every 10k-15k miles.
no need to raise the bike to change the oil. put a brick under the end of the kickstand to bring the bike more vertical if your pan is too tall, get a shorter drain pan. a 1/2" drive socket will not fit the drain plug, but a normal 3/8" drive will. 1/4" definately. you can only get a few turns off before the socket hits the frame, but you NEED a socket because you MUST use a torque wrench when you put the drain plug back in. Alum blocks strip out when over torqued. the drain plug is 32 ft lbs. the cover allen bolts are 7 ft lbs . You need 4mm and 5mm Allen BIT and 1/4" socket for the bits, so you can put a torque wrench on them. DONT TOUCH YOUR BIKE IF YOU DONT HAVE A TORQUE WRENCH! GET ONE. the bike takes 3 qts with a filter change. dont look at the site glass, measure the oil and put 3 qts in. To check the level you must start the bike and let it run for a minute to fill the oil filter space, THEN 3 qts puts the level at the full line in the window. DONT presoak your filter in oil you will make a mess for no reason. just put the filter in, it will soak when you fill the bike and start it up
Thanks so much for the video. You helped me do the first oil-change on my bike ever!! Even a lady can do this. Easy peasy. Now I need a video to changing stock pipes without having to do anything with the carbs.
Thanks! I've had my Vstar for 7 years, never personally changed the oil. Always had the mechanic across from my office do the maintenance. Now I am retired. I will do it myself, but wanted to check your video to be sure I was doing it correctly.
Thanks! Just bought a used one and this really helped. Whenever buying used first thing I want to do is change the fluids and filters. Always best to watch someone that knows what they are doing before jumping in blind!
Thank you Bernbo i'm 43 and just started riding, first bike 2006 Yamaha V-star 650 classic. Your videos are so easy to watch and understand please keep up the great work much appreciated. Peace Brother
Thank you very much for this! Another video was over 30 minutes long and made it seem like this would be a daunting task for an amateur like myself .. but you made it very clear and concise. Thanks again!
I don't often comment on youtube videos, but I have the exact same bike as you (down to the color of the tank), and your 650 V-Star videos have been very helpful. Bike's been sluggish recently, so I'm going to change oil and plugs with your instructions and see what happens. Thanks!
Thank You for the good video. I would add 1 thing, Once the job is complete run it so the oik can get in the filter and circulate and then check it again.
I'm about to do an oil change and I referred to the owner's manual. It's 2.8 US quarts if you aren't also changing the oil filter. It's 3.0 US quarts if you're also replacing the oil filter. It's 3.4 US quarts if you're doing it on a dry engine.
Thank you for sharing the video. Very detail instructions. Specially for me that I am new to the motorcycle culture and not familiar with motor cycle maintance.
Hey bro, thanks to your video, I just got brave enough to change the oil on my 650. Now will see if I can get brave enough to clean the carbs and maybe re-jet it. Thumbs way up!!
#1 how do you have such a dry filter, I get oil on the side cover, I also have problem getting the screws out close to the brake peddle, Oh and I used 10W-40, next time I'll get the 20W-50 cause I ain't doing it now. Thanks!
I'm about to replace my clutch plates, all looks well except the exhaust has a heat shield with Philips Screws, and this is on the front, it's not much room either, I sprayed them with PB Blaster several times, you know a sure shot on busting those screws loose without messing them up?
bernbo--Thanks a lot man. I plan to change the oil myself on my Yamaha 650 Custom. Dealer charges $150.00 just to change the oil, so it's a big help to learn how to do it myself. Again thanks!
@mcbachase That's right, you don't have to drop your pipes, on the 1100 vstar you do, I really like the Vance & Hines slip ons, they have a nice low rumble to them.
damn im glad u posted these vids im trying to get my bike ready for the spring... have to change the oil and im gonna make some floorboards u did in another video just wanted to say thank you man!
Hey Anthony, good question, I'am not sure what the best oil is. I would continue using the factory recommended oil for your bike, I think there is a semi synthetic & full synthetic oil as well by Yamalube. Hope this helps. Ride safe.
Oh Man I wished I'd watched this before I changed my oil and filter. They hold LOTS of oil, I (OVER) filled my little drip tray with residual oil from the filter, it was 90% full from the engine, Get the largest thing you've got handy, the bike has much more oil than you'd think.
@Farmer2492 Thank you, yes your's has the site glass too, the whole job was about 1/2 hour to 45 mins, that's great the video could help you out, take care.
@roel2055 Funny you say that, I bought a box end wrench after that oil change, because it felt like I was going to round out that bolt. Your right though. I don't recommend using an open end wrench. Thank you for your kind comment.
Hi, thanks for the video and the instructions .. I’m riding XVS 650 Drag Star 1997, first oil change I have used recommended by Yamaha Dealer here in Europe Yamalube 10-W40 Semi-synthetic, I have done the service by myself.. yet I’m facing sometime when the engine is hot difficulties to locate the neutral...!! I have mentioned this issue at several Yamaha web pages and said that I have to change the engine oil to 20-W50 fully synthetic ..since the XVS650 engine is very sensitive in regards type of oil .. Would like to hear your suggestions please ..thanks a lot
I remember my 650 was also a bit sensitive to find neutral, but I wasn't using synthetic oil I used the regular yamalube. It may be the synthetic oil is making it more sensitive. Not really sure what's going on there.
there is no reason to put the bike in neutral while the engine is running (while you are riding) if you cant hold the clutch in at a red light, get a scooter seriously KEEP the bike in 1st when stopped and keep your eyes scanning 360° till you get moving a stopped MC is a sitting duck to get pancaked
Thank you, happy to hear it helped you out. Keeping the chrome up I use Mothers Chrome Polish & Blue Magic, awesome stuff! Congrats on the stealth big air kit too. Cheers bro!
Fantastic video i have a 2010 650 v star has mine got the site glass so i can check oil level because i was wondering how to check oil i will be doing my own oil changes how long did it take, motor bike shop in my town said it takes a couple of hours Regards Anthony
was about to do an oil change my self and was a little hesitant, this vid put all that to rest thanks for taking the time to show me. i really appreciate the time you took to vido the process
That sucks, I would pick up a Screw Extractor set, I think Home Depot has them, then you pilot a small hole in the broken bolt and use the screw extractor, it has a reverse thread on it so as you unscrew it it bites in and should remove the broken bolt. Make sure to center punch the bolt before you drill it the more centered the hole the better and you don't need to drill too deep. Hope this helps & good luck.
@philippestrapko1 I would use what the manufacture recommends, yamalube 20w-40/API, that way you can't go wrong. Thank you for your kind comment & ride safe.
Hi Tim I know Synthetic is good but it is expensive and you can get o lot more mileage out of it. I have always used Conventional call me cheap lol. Congrats on you new bike that's awesome, I wish you the best on your trip bro. Takeiteass!
Hey Bernbo, I know this video is pretty old now (and still helping people) but would you consider putting in the description, the oil weight and how much? I always forget and come back here to check. Thanks and takeiteass!
My bike is sitting in the garage for three months for this winter. Should I fire up the bike before I do oil change, or I should do oil change get all the dirty oil out then fire it up. Any suggestions…
Thanks for the video. They are great. Now I can change me oil myself. You can also buy replacement parts at Autozone, if there is no dealer around your way.
Thanks for the awesome vids! You make owning my first bike so much more fun now that I can do the maintenance too! I have a question for you, I bought a pair of aftermarket mirrors. One side screws in perfect but the other side is just a hair too big. When I matched up the threads off the mirror that I took out of that side it seems like they're spread out a little bit thicker than the ones I just bought. Any ideas or fixes you might know of?
Happy to hear the videos have helped you out. Not sure whats going on with the mirror threads. Check out JPcycles.com to all sorts of mirror adapter kits, maybe this will help you out. Cheers!
This comes from an auto mechanic; suggested to pre oil the filter before putting it back in so that the oil flows freely during start up. I have been doing this with my vehicles for awhile
My oil filter did not come with a new big O-ring that would replace the old big O-ring on the oil filter cover. A motorcycle mechanic suggested to me that I put some silicone gasket sealer on the old O-ring. Does that seem reasonable? Haven't opened the cover yet, so don't know the what kind of shape the old O-ring is in.
Hey Bill, I would recommend you replace the O-ring if you can, use silicone in a pinch. I'll bet your O-ring is fine, I have never had to change the O-ring on my bike in the 10 years.
Bernbo, I just bought a Yamaha V Star Classic 650 and I'm leaving for an 8 day, 1300 mile trip in about 3 weeks. What type of oil do you use/recommend? Synthetic or Conventional? Thanks, Tim
Hi, one question. If you Wanne Change the oilfilter there is one screw That you have to put in carefuly Close With Maximum 43 Newton Meters. Did you Just put that one back Normaly ?
Hi Bernbo, hope all is well with you. I bought this cobra slip on exhaust for my stock 2009 yamaha xvs650. Do i really have to rejet the carbs for this or will it work the same? For me its only about changing the sound. Thanks for helping me.
Hey Marv, you can change the pipes out and get the great sound, but you will probably experience some popping or backfiring on deceleration. Its always better to rejet when you upgrade to an aftermarket exhaust though. I do recommend you install a K&N air filter as well if you do the pipes, more air in the bike to more air out of the bike with a free flowing exhaust system. hope this helps you out, Cheers!
My dad has one and wanted me to change to oil and the drain bolt is a bitch to get to especially if the owner or dealer before you over tightened it. Good video.
I'm sure you noticed the typo, it's QUARTS not LITERS lol but anyone dumb enough not to figure that out should not own tools. good vid. i wanted to make sure I did mine right cuz the engine noise seems louder now and it may be running hotter but I'm not sure
hey brother Just out of curiousity, I heard someone say its important to replace new washer for drain plug bolt every time you Change the oil, would that be neccesary at all?
This video helped me a lot! I did this on my 1998 V Star 650. Here are some tips I learned along the way:
1) You will need to either jack up the bike or ride it on top of some thick plywood (like in the vid) to get under the bike and place a drain pan under it. The oil drain bolt is facing the kickstand. Since the bike is leaning on the kickstand you can't get under unless you use one of the above options to raise the bike.
2) You can't fit a 17mm socket on the oil drain plug. There isn't enough space. You need to use a wrench or can use a ratchet wrench. You might need a shorter wretch depending how high off the ground your put your bike. There is a bolt that connects to the right of the kickstand (if you are facing the kickstand) and through the frame. The other side of that bolt is connected to a nut. I believe they are both 15mm. If you remove that bolt and nut it will give you about 2-3 cm of extra space to get to the oil drain bolt.
3) Before putting in the oil filter first TRIPLE CHECK you are placing the extended part in first (as in the video). I also marked the the part of the filter facing outwards in a sharpie with the current mileage and oil used so I know for next time.
4) The metal body part (with the 2 hex long screws and 1 short one) has a rubber gasket built into it that presses against the outside of the oil filter. Remember to wipe that down (or get a new one) then rub a small amount of fresh oil on it before reconnecting it (just like with the rubber gaskets for the oil filter).
5) All the hex screws can be accessed with a standard allen key. The one furthest to the front of the bike is slightly blocked by the brake pedal. Just like in the vid, if you press the pedal down slightly you can access it. The bolts are also accessible enough to use the short end of the allen key for more leverage when you crack them off and tighten them on. You can use the long side of the allen key or a ratchet screw driver with an allen key bit to quickly loosen and tighten it.
6) You'll need 2 different size allen keys. A smaller one for the first cover with 3 bolts. A larger one for the 5 bolts on the piece under it. They are 4mm and 5mm.
7) POUR OIL IN NEW THE FILTER FIRST! Before you place in the oil filter pour some new oil inside it. This will let the filter soak up the oil so it flows easier when you first start up the bike after the oil change.
8) BEFORE PUTTING THE OIL DRAIN PLUG BACK IN make sure to wipe down the plug hole and clean the bolt. If there is any sand or grit it will cause a leak. The oil plug does not use a rubber gasket, it just uses the bolt and a metal washer to form the seal.
9) This took me about 2 hours the first time as some bolts were a little stubborn and I thoroughly cleaned everything along the way. Plan ahead for that. The 2nd time this should only take about 30 min (takes about 10-15 min just for the oil to completely drain)
10) One mistake in the vid (which you might have noticed) is he meant QUARTS NOT LITERS when talking about the oil. 2.8 QUARTS will get the oil right in the center of the sight glass (if also changing the filter). The manual says to use 3 quarts. I used 3 and it was just slightly above the center of the sight glass. I figure 3 quarts is better so there is extra oil in case some burns off or I later discover a slight leak.
11) As he said in the video, Yamaha no longer sells 20w-40 oil. I used 20w-50 synthetic motorcycle oil. I asked at the Yamaha motorcycle dealership and they said that fine and as a result I shouldn't need to change it again for 3000-4000 miles because it's synthetic.
12) REMOVE THE OIL FILLER CAP BEFORE DRAINING. Screw off the plastic cap where you pour in the oil before taking out the drain plug. It will let the oil drain faster as air can get it.
DoomFinger511 3-4000 miles? That’s an eternity if you only ride on the weekends.
@@dubiousjesse True, I only change my oil 1-2 times a year (unless the oil in the viewing window looks black). Also don't forget the final drive (hub around rear wheel connected to the drive shaft) has its own oil reserve. That one gets changed every 10k-15k miles.
DoomFinger511 I just got my bike on 7/30 so I am still learning. I didn’t know there was an oil reserve in the back wheel. Thanks for the heads up.
@@dubiousjesse No problem. This vid shows how to change the oil in it: th-cam.com/video/ArfHL1exX6I/w-d-xo.html
no need to raise the bike to change the oil. put a brick under the end of the kickstand to bring the bike more vertical
if your pan is too tall, get a shorter drain pan.
a 1/2" drive socket will not fit the drain plug, but a normal 3/8" drive will. 1/4" definately. you can only get a few turns off before the socket hits the frame, but you NEED a socket because you MUST use a torque wrench when you put the drain plug back in. Alum blocks strip out when over torqued. the drain plug is 32 ft lbs. the cover allen bolts are 7 ft lbs
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You need 4mm and 5mm Allen BIT and 1/4" socket for the bits, so you can put a torque wrench on them.
DONT TOUCH YOUR BIKE IF YOU DONT HAVE A TORQUE WRENCH! GET ONE.
the bike takes 3 qts with a filter change. dont look at the site glass, measure the oil and put 3 qts in. To check the level you must start the bike and let it run for a minute to fill the oil filter space, THEN 3 qts puts the level at the full line in the window.
DONT presoak your filter in oil you will make a mess for no reason. just put the filter in, it will soak when you fill the bike and start it up
Thank you, Bernbo. I'm a first time biker with a used Yamaha V-Star 650 and did my first oil change and found your video very useful.
Happy to hear the video helped out. Cheers bro!
Thanks for letting us know about the oil weight. I just bought my first bike and it has been sitting for a few years
Thanks so much for the video. You helped me do the first oil-change on my bike ever!! Even a lady can do this. Easy peasy. Now I need a video to changing stock pipes without having to do anything with the carbs.
Missed checking that o ring tho..behind the plate where it pushes against the oil filter is an o ring. great info tho, thank you for showing!
Thanks for the tutorial! I just bought my 650 and I was scratching my head about where the oil filter was.
Charles Nelson Congrats on the new bike. The 650 is an awesome bike man. Cheers.
Great video, and don’t forget to replace your old o ring when changing filters guys!
Just got my 650 v star today and I couldn’t be happier. It’s my first bike. Thanks for this video.
That's awesome, congrats on the new bike. 🍻 bro
Thanks! I've had my Vstar for 7 years, never personally changed the oil. Always had the mechanic across from my office do the maintenance. Now I am retired. I will do it myself, but wanted to check your video to be sure I was doing it correctly.
Great video. Thanks for the info. Wasn't going to tackle the oil change on my own. You just gave me the confidence to do it. Thanks Bro!
I spent $130. on my last oil change. This season I'll do it myself. Video was excellent!
Hey Bernbo just started riding at 23 and got a V Star 650 as my first bike. These videos make routine service so much easier for beginners. Thanks!
+Alex Carrozzi That's awesome Alex, congrats on your new bike, great choice.
Takeiteass!
Thanks! Just bought a used one and this really helped. Whenever buying used first thing I want to do is change the fluids and filters. Always best to watch someone that knows what they are doing before jumping in blind!
Congrats on your new ride 🍻
Thank you sir! I'm late to the party but this video still helping people years later. Appreciate it!
Never too late bro. Cheers
Thank you Bernbo i'm 43 and just started riding, first bike 2006 Yamaha V-star 650 classic. Your videos are so easy to watch and understand please keep up the great work much appreciated. Peace Brother
Thank you for your nice comment bro. Congrats on your new bike, great choice man.
Thanks for watching and Takeiteass!
Thanks for another great video! Reading how to change oil seems outside my ability. But watching it being done, I know I can do it too.😎
Thank you very much for this!
Another video was over 30 minutes long and made it seem like this would be a daunting task for an amateur like myself .. but you made it very clear and concise.
Thanks again!
I don't often comment on youtube videos, but I have the exact same bike as you (down to the color of the tank), and your 650 V-Star videos have been very helpful. Bike's been sluggish recently, so I'm going to change oil and plugs with your instructions and see what happens. Thanks!
That's great, happy to hear the vids may be helping you out. The V-stars rock man awesome bikes! Cheers!
Thank You for the good video. I would add 1 thing, Once the job is complete run it so the oik can get in the filter and circulate and then check it again.
check it for what? there is no where else for the oil to go, unless you forgot to put the drain plug in....
I'm about to do an oil change and I referred to the owner's manual.
It's 2.8 US quarts if you aren't also changing the oil filter.
It's 3.0 US quarts if you're also replacing the oil filter.
It's 3.4 US quarts if you're doing it on a dry engine.
Thank you for making this video, really helped to affirm my first time changing oil on a motorcycle.
Happy to hear the video helped you out.
Cheers!
Thanks for teaching me how to do an oil change on my VStar!
Happy to hear the video helped you out.
Thank you for sharing the video. Very detail instructions. Specially for me that I am new to the motorcycle culture and not familiar with motor cycle maintance.
Like everyone else said...thanks for the video. Allowed me to save some money and do it myself. You make it easy to follow.
Hey bro, thanks to your video, I just got brave enough to change the oil on my 650. Now will see if I can get brave enough to clean the carbs and maybe re-jet it.
Thumbs way up!!
Thanks Bernbo! You ROCK! Videos are super helpful and you've helped me a ton learning about my bike!
Awesome Tyler, love to hear feedback like this. Cheers bro.
@@bernbo cheers !
Thanks for posting this! I'm a newbie and this is my 1st bike. I'll be changing the oil soon and this video helped a lot!
Happy to hear it Wally, congrats on your 1st bike bro, ride safe!
#1 how do you have such a dry filter, I get oil on the side cover, I also have problem getting the screws out close to the brake peddle, Oh and I used 10W-40, next time I'll get the 20W-50 cause I ain't doing it now. Thanks!
The screws can tricky by the pedal. The filter may have just looked dry in the video.
Cheers!
I'm about to replace my clutch plates, all looks well except the exhaust has a heat shield with Philips Screws, and this is on the front, it's not much room either, I sprayed them with PB Blaster several times, you know a sure shot on busting those screws loose without messing them up?
You may want to try an impact screwdriver. When you hit it with a hammer it turns just a bit, if you take your time it should break them free.
Thanks for the information on the correct way to change the oil.
Thanks a lot. Great vid. I'm a middle aged noob. Anything i can do myself to keep from paying the premium shop prices is a big help.
+Backyardsniper73 I hear you, happy to hear it helped you out, Cheers!
bernbo--Thanks a lot man. I plan to change the oil myself on my Yamaha 650 Custom. Dealer charges $150.00 just to change the oil, so it's a big help to learn how to do it myself. Again thanks!
Happy to hear the video helped you out bro. Thanks for watching.
Cheers!
Thank ya brother, wife bought herself a bike, now I get to service it!
Lol, congrats to your wife. Cheers bro
Thank you, happy it helped you out man. I use mothers chrome polish and Blue Magic, awesome stuff! Congrats on the stealth big air kit too. Cheers!
@mcbachase That's right, you don't have to drop your pipes, on the 1100 vstar you do, I really like the Vance & Hines slip ons, they have a nice low rumble to them.
damn im glad u posted these vids im trying to get my bike ready for the spring... have to change the oil and im gonna make some floorboards u did in another video just wanted to say thank you man!
That's awesome man, happy to hear the vids helped you out. Cheers!
Hey Anthony, good question, I'am not sure what the best oil is. I would continue using the factory recommended oil for your bike, I think there is a semi synthetic & full synthetic oil as well by Yamalube. Hope this helps. Ride safe.
Oh Man I wished I'd watched this before I changed my oil and filter. They hold LOTS of oil, I (OVER) filled my little drip tray with residual oil from the filter, it was 90% full from the engine, Get the largest thing you've got handy, the bike has much more oil than you'd think.
No problem, if this video helps 1 guy it's worth it. Thank you for watching.
Ride safe.
Thanks for the quick production well done
I appreciate you for all your videos. Thanks for the great video once again!!
Right on David, thank you.
Great video, shows what needs to be done and no other mumbo jumbo .... Thanks!
@Farmer2492 Thank you, yes your's has the site glass too, the whole job was about 1/2 hour to 45 mins, that's great the video could help you out, take care.
@roel2055 Funny you say that, I bought a box end wrench after that oil change, because it felt like I was going to round out that bolt. Your right though. I don't recommend using an open end wrench. Thank you for your kind comment.
Hi, thanks for the video and the instructions ..
I’m riding XVS 650 Drag Star 1997, first oil change I have used recommended by Yamaha Dealer here in Europe Yamalube 10-W40 Semi-synthetic, I have done the service by myself.. yet I’m facing sometime when the engine is hot difficulties to locate the neutral...!!
I have mentioned this issue at several Yamaha web pages and said that I have to change the engine oil to 20-W50 fully synthetic ..since the XVS650 engine is very sensitive in regards type of oil ..
Would like to hear your suggestions please ..thanks a lot
I remember my 650 was also a bit sensitive to find neutral, but I wasn't using synthetic oil I used the regular yamalube. It may be the synthetic oil is making it more sensitive. Not really sure what's going on there.
there is no reason to put the bike in neutral while the engine is running (while you are riding)
if you cant hold the clutch in at a red light, get a scooter
seriously KEEP the bike in 1st when stopped and keep your eyes scanning 360° till you get moving
a stopped MC is a sitting duck to get pancaked
Thank you, happy to hear it helped you out. Keeping the chrome up I use Mothers Chrome Polish & Blue Magic, awesome stuff! Congrats on the stealth big air kit too. Cheers bro!
Looks easy. Now all I have to do is do it. Thanks for the how-to.
Fantastic video i have a 2010 650 v star has mine got the site glass so i can check oil level because i was wondering how to check oil i will be doing my own oil changes how long did it take, motor bike shop in my town said it takes a couple of hours
Regards Anthony
Thanks for the effort man. Very helpful
True,that's right it does, but 2.8 puts the oil level dead center of the sight glass.
The bike is on the ground, but I have the front tire on a 2x6 for a little extra height to get the drain pan under it.
was about to do an oil change my self and was a little hesitant, this vid put all that to rest thanks for taking the time to show me. i really appreciate the time you took to vido the process
That sucks, I would pick up a Screw Extractor set, I think Home Depot has them, then you pilot a small hole in the broken bolt and use the screw extractor, it has a reverse thread on it so as you unscrew it it bites in and should remove the broken bolt. Make sure to center punch the bolt before you drill it the more centered the hole the better and you don't need to drill too deep. Hope this helps & good luck.
Very helpful video... did an oil change and everything is right on! Thanks
Great to hear bro.
Thank you Matt, appreciate that, happy to hear it helped you out. Cheers bro!
This is the best! Bernbo is my hero😎☠️👊🏿
@philippestrapko1 I would use what the manufacture recommends, yamalube 20w-40/API, that way you can't go wrong. Thank you for your kind comment & ride safe.
Hi Tim I know Synthetic is good but it is expensive and you can get o lot more mileage out of it. I have always used Conventional call me cheap lol. Congrats on you new bike that's awesome, I wish you the best on your trip bro. Takeiteass!
That's a great question, I'm not sure, I'll have to look into that one.
Thank u so much for the videos that u do it really helps.
Have you ever had to replace your pickup coil? if so, do you have a video of it? Thanks, truly appreciate your posts!
thank you very informative. now do you know how to change the cam tensioner gasket?
Thank you. I got to say cam tensioner gasket, is one I am not sure about.
Hey Bernbo, I know this video is pretty old now (and still helping people) but would you consider putting in the description, the oil weight and how much? I always forget and come back here to check. Thanks and takeiteass!
You got it man, done. Cheers!
That;s awesome, thank you for watching.
Very good video Bernbo. Thanks for making it.
Awesome man, great to hear the video helped you out.
Cheers!
Good video, I just got a new 2011 V Star 950 a few weeks ago. Do you suppose that this oil change procedure is still the same as your 650?
Very helpful video. Thanks man.
Huge help thanks buddy 🤘🏻
My bike is sitting in the garage for three months for this winter. Should I fire up the bike before I do oil change, or I should do oil change get all the dirty oil out then fire it up. Any suggestions…
That is a really good question, if it's me I think I would fire up the bike get it warm and then drain the oil.
Thanks for the videos, they are incredibly helpful
That's great, love to hear it.
Cheers!
Great video, thanks for your help!
great video! helped a lot! what brand of oil do you recommend?
Great Video, thanks!. What is the actual part number for the oil filter?
+Sberabbir A I checked the box and this is the number 4X7-13440-90
Thanks for the video. They are great. Now I can change me oil myself. You can also buy replacement parts at Autozone, if there is no dealer around your way.
Thanks man, happy to hear it. Good tip on Autozone.
Thanks very much, much appreciated.
Take care Anthony.
Awesome thank you.
Thanks for the awesome vids! You make owning my first bike so much more fun now that I can do the maintenance too! I have a question for you, I bought a pair of aftermarket mirrors. One side screws in perfect but the other side is just a hair too big. When I matched up the threads off the mirror that I took out of that side it seems like they're spread out a little bit thicker than the ones I just bought. Any ideas or fixes you might know of?
Happy to hear the videos have helped you out. Not sure whats going on with the mirror threads. Check out JPcycles.com to all sorts of mirror adapter kits, maybe this will help you out. Cheers!
Bernbo Mirror adapter kit, sounds like that's exactly what I need! Thank you! Definitely gonna look into it!
one mirror has left hand threads
this is so the wind blast will tend to push the mirrors tighter, otherwise one side would tend to come loose
I used 2.8 liters almost exactly.
3:16 When in doubt pinky out!
good video no nonsense got to the point well explained
This comes from an auto mechanic; suggested to pre oil the filter before putting it back in so that the oil flows freely during start up. I have been doing this with my vehicles for awhile
I think all three are the same size.
My oil filter did not come with a new big O-ring that would replace the old big O-ring on the oil filter cover. A motorcycle mechanic suggested to me that I put some silicone gasket sealer on the old O-ring. Does that seem reasonable? Haven't opened the cover yet, so don't know the what kind of shape the old O-ring is in.
Hey Bill, I would recommend you replace the O-ring if you can, use silicone in a pinch. I'll bet your O-ring is fine, I have never had to change the O-ring on my bike in the 10 years.
Thanks!
Bernbo, I just bought a Yamaha V Star Classic 650 and I'm leaving for an 8 day, 1300 mile trip in about 3 weeks. What type of oil do you use/recommend? Synthetic or Conventional?
Thanks,
Tim
@Limit67 Right on, hope it helped you out.
Your welcome, hope the vid helped in some way. Cheers!
How many litres or quarts do I add to do full oil change!! I have 2007 yamaha vstar 650
Hey Brandon, it takes 2.8 liters with filter change.
or 3 qts exactly
Hi, one question.
If you Wanne Change the oilfilter there is one screw That you have to put in carefuly Close With Maximum 43 Newton Meters. Did you Just put that one back Normaly ?
Yes, I just snug them up all the same, not overly tight. Never had any issues or leaks.
Thank you !!!!! You helped a lot.
Thanks for this great video.
What kind of oil goes in the 650 v star
Hi What is the best oil to use for a 2010 650 vstar
Thank you Anthony.
Hi Bernbo, hope all is well with you. I bought this cobra slip on exhaust for my stock 2009 yamaha xvs650. Do i really have to rejet the carbs for this or will it work the same? For me its only about changing the sound. Thanks for helping me.
Hey Marv, you can change the pipes out and get the great sound, but you will probably experience some popping or backfiring on deceleration. Its always better to rejet when you upgrade to an aftermarket exhaust though. I do recommend you install a K&N air filter as well if you do the pipes, more air in the bike to more air out of the bike with a free flowing exhaust system. hope this helps you out, Cheers!
Bernbo okay thx for the help. i'll follow your advise!
how many quarts did you end up needing for it.. was it close to what the manual says or less
Did you have this on a stand or just on the ground?
My dad has one and wanted me to change to oil and the drain bolt is a bitch to get to especially if the owner or dealer before you over tightened it. Good video.
Yah I agree, that bolt does not have to be super tight.
Cheers!
Awesome video, now I feel capable to do it, have a. 04 Vstar650, ypu know 20yo, useless, with the first bike. Lol doing it tomorrow!
Did it thanks a lot, fo yoy have any about carb cleaning?
Hey Gerald here is a link to a 6 part carb cleaning videos. How to clean a yamaha v star 650 carburetor 1 of 6
Thanks:)
Bernbo, looks like you have a bit more clearance than I do. Do you have the bike on something or just on its stand? Great video either way
Al Jackson Hi Al, I do have the front wheel on a piece of 2x6 just to get a bit more height for my oil pan to slide under the bike.
I'm sure you noticed the typo, it's QUARTS not LITERS lol but anyone dumb enough not to figure that out should not own tools.
good vid. i wanted to make sure I did mine right cuz the engine noise seems louder now and it may be running hotter but I'm not sure
Cool...doing that this weekend.
Hey Bernbo, do you have a stand or have it balance on a pad? I don't have a stand. Just curious.
metro7416 Great question, yes I have the front wheel on a 2x6 to get a little extra height so I can slide my drian pan under.
hey brother Just out of curiousity, I heard someone say its important to replace new washer for drain plug bolt every time you Change the oil, would that be neccesary at all?
I have heard the same thing, but I have yet to change mine. One day I will put a new one on.
It’s really peace of mind considering how cheat they are ($2.98), so I would definitely replace them!