2023 Kawasaki Vulcan Voyager First Oil Change

After about 1200 miles, it was time to change out the factory oil for Kawasaki Full Synthetic Oil and a new filter. To me, all vehicles just feel and run better after a fresh oil change. I also purchased a Kawasaki Oil Change Kit that came with 5 quarts of oil, a filter, and two new crush-washer seals.
I purchased an oil drain pan, low profile, made for motorcycles, and this made the job easy, clean, and well organized.
Oil drain pan:
www.amazon.com/dp/B086ZPDTX1?...
Oil Change Kit:
www.amazon.com/dp/B08NFL2LZF?...
Please Note: These videos are not a "how to" , I am not a mechanic, rather, what I have done to my vehicles and are posted for entertainment only, I assume no responsibility for those who work on their vehicles after viewing my videos. Always refer to your Owner's Manual for proper procedures and torque values, etc. Thanks for watching.

[@davidmoyer7546]

Just a thought… one way to achieve recommended torque on the oil filter is to use a filter with
the bolt attached (I have K&N 303C). The nut on it is conveniently 17 mm like the 2 drain plugs

[@tanktankerson1042]

Thanks Dave, I have used the K&N before and they are great! I may have to go that way next time. Thanks for the comment.

[@kretonslovechild7999]

I was just about to suggest the same thing. With the nut on top, K&Ns are so easy to spin on/off, get the right torque, and never worry about getting a filter tool stuck or worse, the filter itself and having to pierce it with a screwdriver to get it off.
Great video! I'm thinking about replacing my Concours with a Voyager and was surprised to see Voyagers have sufficient clearance to do an oil change without using a shop-type lift.

[@noahdunaway]

@@kretonslovechild7999 I have a 2010 Voyager and a 2019 Concours. I rode nothing but crotch rockets until I was 60 years old and bought a used 2007 Nomad. I like the Concours to replace my Hayabusa I let my stepson have.

[@jimoliver1954]

I am in the process of ordering a 2024 Voyager for next spring. Currently I have a 2015 1400 ABS and figure it is time to get a new bike. I really appreciate you sharing what you have been doing to your bike.
Thanks
Jim

[@tanktankerson1042]

Glad to hear it Jim! I have to admit, there's nothing like a new bike! Let me know how it works out for you and congrats on the new 2024.
"Follow your heart, not the crowd"

[@noahdunaway]

Did you get the new Voyager ?

[@airsoftkid1245]

Where did you find that oil pan? Good design

[@tanktankerson1042]

The link is in the description 🙂