Great video. I was wondering about trying my own oil changes. But after seeing how it's done I think I will stick with having the shop do it. Thanks again,
I just did my 5k service and noted a few things. The drain plug will take an Allen wrench so get a set of the ones that are on a socket. Don't waste time with a box wrench. Save the "spanner wrench" for adjusting your shocks. Hahaha! Get yourself a funnel that has measurements and a valve that you can open and shut with a screen inside. Then you can measure that last half since you will be using Redline and the bottles don't have a window. Buy a filter wrench cause if your is like mine it will be stuck on there good if you aren't the one who put it on. Use silicone spray on your NEW O-rings.
Thanks for the how-to! I'm gonna do mine next weekend in my kitchen. Still gotta see where that drain plug is yet, just waiting for my phone to recharge so i can use the cell torch.
I know what you talkin about the O-ring rather be safe than sorry right also is this a 96 cubic inch motor I've got a 2013 Street Bob this got that motor the drain plugs on all three holes or going to be the same right great video
Hi Mack, Thanks for your reviews and video on the oil changes of a pre 2018Fat bob. Any chance you'll be making videos on seat removal, battery changes, Headlight changes, etc? very little out there in the fat bob world. Your video helped with my decision on buying a 2016 fat bob. Keep up the good work.
Hey thanks Trevor! Good to hear from ya. I loved the Fat bob but sold it and the V rod around the same time to get my current bike the Road King special. I really love making videos but the pace of life and some other projects that I have picked up have kept me from filming for quite some time now. All the best brother
Hi Mack, Thank you for the amazing video. Please put a video on the regular maintenance like wheel belt maintenance and all such checks we do for a fat Bob. Also what exhaust are you using
Great to hear from you Jaiby! I am glad you enjoyed the video. I don't have the fat bob anymore, riding a road king now. I have Vance and Hines Big Shots on that bike
OK........................... If you are worried about over filling your ride. It takes 2 and a half quarts of Oil. After you have added 2 quarts, take one of the empty bottles that you can see the Fluid lines. Open the 3Rd quart and pour into the empty bottle to the half quart line ! Don't guess ! Take the time to do it right ! Knees in the breeze my friends ! Ride safe this summer and watch out for those Cages Out There !
is it necessary to change transmission oil? Because I want to service my dyna street bob by myself and I saw couple of videos on TH-cam to find out how to service our bike at home. Some people changing a transmission oil also and some people don’t. So if I had to change transmission oil then which oil should I use?
Malcom490 great to hear from ya. The oil change is the most costly and labor intensive part of the 5k service. The box next to oil is the only one marked "replace" but there are a number of other items marked "inspect" that warrant looking into. Do you have a service manual? The 5k service is a great 1st one to do your self. If you want to learn more about your bike I would recommend saving the cash from the service and investing in a manual. Make sure to save receipts for fluid purchases if you ever plan to sell the bike to anybody other than the dealer. Most buyers like to see service records.
Hi Mack, thanks for the video - this is awesome for the beginners like me, can you please share the two other liquids change? That could be the perfect for learning how to work on our Fat Bobs!
Michael Cherniavsky will do Michael! Just a matter of time, but totally plan to get those out. Make sure to subscribe and you will be notified when they roll out
@@robertpolkamp I wasn't lying... I really intend to and this oil change was my first video ever. Do you know how much time it actually takes to produce a video like that oil change video Robert? The season directly after making that video was pretty hectic and by the end of that year I traded up for my current bike.
Just the standard stuff. Tire tread, start up... scrapes along the primary, grips, lights and such can be a sign that the bike was dropped. Revzilla and SRK Cycles have some some pretty cool used bike tip vids
If the V-Rod in the corner is yours, what bike do you like better, the V-Rod or the Fat Bob? Also which bike is more reliable? I used to have an 04 V-Rod and a 2010 Fat Bob. Thank You👍🏻👍🏻
Yup, it was mine. The V-rod was kinda my one-up riding dream bike. The Fat Bob was way more of a utility long hauler. My wife got on the v-rod with me once and absolutely hated it. I only had the v-rod for like 6 months so can't really speak to long term reliability. Except that the V-rods gas gauge was horribly unreliable and that the water cooled system adds an extra layer of complexity to maintenance/repairs... still miss it though. Was a mean bike
Mack's Moto Thank you for the reply! I had my 04 V-Rod for two years. I bought it with 110 miles on it in 2008 and put about 18,000 miles on it with absolutely no issues. Took multiple trips to Naples Florida from Massachusetts and back with my wife on the back. Saddle bags, sissy bar and better seats. Traded in the V-Rod in 2010 for the 2010 Fat Bob and had nothing but starting issues with the bike 2 weeks after I bought it, it killed the experience for us and never took that bike to Florida. It was in HD shops multiple times. I had the Fat Bob for 5 years and sold it with only 5,400 miles on it. It was such a disappointment. My wife was upset with me getting rid of the V-Rod, it was actually a real bad mistake. 👍🏻👍🏻
@@MacksMoto I love my own 08...I had a stereo fairing put on it from reckless Maryville TN...I hadn't had time to hunt for another video...but do u have others for the 08 fatbob...primary oil change?...thx
Derek Macdonagh it is better to have the bike leaned over on the jiffy stand. Service manual is specific about that and the oil pan (position of the plug) is set up so that it needs to be leaned over for all of the oil to come out.
Is the oil level accurate with the bike leaning on its stand? Some people I know stand the bike up to check the level after then warm the bike up. At least with sport bikes.
Erik Acevedo depends on the bike. The Fat Bob service manual says to check the oil with the bike on the jiffy stand... instructions on my Vrod were to check with bike standing straight up. What do you ride?
Mack's Moto I’m on a sport bike now suzuki GSXS750 but would like the fat bob or Indian scout by next season. So just looking through videos checking how maintenance looks on them, accessories etc.
Hans Gruber yeah... I know it isn't right but I have the buddy who was a motorcycle cop. Real salty biker guy. When I got my Bob he would always call it a night train on account of the blacked out engine... kinda stuck with me
Not a bad video. But if I'm being critical there are a number of things I'd do to improve it. Though I'd rather pat you on the back with a hearty thank you.
Yo Jeri! I don't have the Fat Bob anymore but no, there weren't any allen screws on the filter for the 2014 Fat Bob. It screws right off like in the video.
I just got a 2014 Harley Fat Bob and this was immensely helpful. You deserve more subs, my friend.
Greetings and Godspeed from TN,
J
Great video. I was wondering about trying my own oil changes. But after seeing how it's done I think I will stick with having the shop do it. Thanks again,
Detailed, yet clear cut and to the point. Thank you!
thanks man , called shops they all want to charge insane amounts of money, but this video helps so much thanks man!
Awesome Mack...very informative with a cool attitude. Will make life cheaper and fun. Thanks from me here in New Zealand🇳🇿
Glen Hoori right on Glen! My pleasure
I just did my 5k service and noted a few things. The drain plug will take an Allen wrench so get a set of the ones that are on a socket. Don't waste time with a box wrench. Save the "spanner wrench" for adjusting your shocks. Hahaha!
Get yourself a funnel that has measurements and a valve that you can open and shut with a screen inside. Then you can measure that last half since you will be using Redline and the bottles don't have a window.
Buy a filter wrench cause if your is like mine it will be stuck on there good if you aren't the one who put it on.
Use silicone spray on your NEW O-rings.
Great video!
I have a 2014 HD Fat Bob, so this helps a lot!
Thanks!
Awesome straight to the point video. Good work!
ayrush thanks man!
I dig the tail light on your bob
Great. I use Red Line 20W60HD in my Fat Bob. Makes valve train noise a little bit more quiet.
Just bought one of these, should pic it up at end of week, can't wait
Good tutorial! I have a 16' Fat Bob and this will help me out...
Thanks for the how-to! I'm gonna do mine next weekend in my kitchen. Still gotta see where that drain plug is yet, just waiting for my phone to recharge so i can use the cell torch.
That oil pan is very lovely.
Thanks for uploading this. I got a 09' fatbob and I'm pretty sure the oil change is the same
I own one too, I’m in New Zealand so I’m first NZ owner and it’s only done 12.500 miles
me ha encantado escuchar "perfecto" al terminar el vídeo, intento encontrar vídeos relacionados con Harley en español
I know what you talkin about the O-ring rather be safe than sorry right also is this a 96 cubic inch motor I've got a 2013 Street Bob this got that motor the drain plugs on all three holes or going to be the same right great video
Just found your TH-cam videos... Semper Fi bro.
I’ve always checked my Dynas with bike straight up n down and my Softails on the stand , was how I was taught years ago
Great video I was wondering how many quarts of oil my bike would take it'll run a lot better look forward to your next video 👍👍👍👍
I come back to your vid year after year. Same bike right down to the color and front sachel
very cool oil pan
Love the Vrod in the background...Ive owned 3..
Hi Mack,
Thanks for your reviews and video on the oil changes of a pre 2018Fat bob. Any chance you'll be making videos on seat removal, battery changes, Headlight changes, etc? very little out there in the fat bob world. Your video helped with my decision on buying a 2016 fat bob. Keep up the good work.
Hey thanks Trevor! Good to hear from ya. I loved the Fat bob but sold it and the V rod around the same time to get my current bike the Road King special. I really love making videos but the pace of life and some other projects that I have picked up have kept me from filming for quite some time now. All the best brother
Hi Mack,
Thank you for the amazing video. Please put a video on the regular maintenance like wheel belt maintenance and all such checks we do for a fat Bob. Also what exhaust are you using
Great to hear from you Jaiby! I am glad you enjoyed the video. I don't have the fat bob anymore, riding a road king now. I have Vance and Hines Big Shots on that bike
OK........................... If you are worried about over filling your ride. It takes 2 and a half quarts of Oil. After you have added 2 quarts, take one of the empty bottles that you can see the Fluid lines. Open the 3Rd quart and pour into the empty bottle to the half quart line ! Don't guess ! Take the time to do it right ! Knees in the breeze my friends ! Ride safe this summer and watch out for those Cages Out There !
How much oil capacity does the 96cc hold?...
In this video the new oil filter wasnt pre filled. Does that impact how much it takes?
you should have opened up the filler cap first! then the oil drains better and faster just saying
is it necessary to change transmission oil? Because I want to service my dyna street bob by myself and I saw couple of videos on TH-cam to find out how to service our bike at home. Some people changing a transmission oil also and some people don’t. So if I had to change transmission oil then which oil should I use?
Good vid man
Was your bike in neutral or first .... if you drop it into first you may just have a little easier access to remove the filter?
Great video mack thx
Thanks
Brother,please mention the oil quantity because I need to change my engine oil .
@Mack's Moto I have a new Fat Bob and it's almost reaching 5K miles. Do I have to do the 5K Service from HD or can I just do a simple oil change?
Malcom490 great to hear from ya. The oil change is the most costly and labor intensive part of the 5k service. The box next to oil is the only one marked "replace" but there are a number of other items marked "inspect" that warrant looking into. Do you have a service manual? The 5k service is a great 1st one to do your self. If you want to learn more about your bike I would recommend saving the cash from the service and investing in a manual. Make sure to save receipts for fluid purchases if you ever plan to sell the bike to anybody other than the dealer. Most buyers like to see service records.
Thanks!
Helpful thanks
whats the rear fender you have on your bike, and where do I get that setup?, Good video thanks
Tate Hammer the rear fender itself is stock. Harley introduced they chopped rear fender on the Fat Bob starting 2014.
Hi Mack, thanks for the video - this is awesome for the beginners like me, can you please share the two other liquids change? That could be the perfect for learning how to work on our Fat Bobs!
Michael Cherniavsky will do Michael! Just a matter of time, but totally plan to get those out. Make sure to subscribe and you will be notified when they roll out
@@MacksMoto unfortunately, that was a lie.
@@robertpolkamp I wasn't lying... I really intend to and this oil change was my first video ever. Do you know how much time it actually takes to produce a video like that oil change video Robert? The season directly after making that video was pretty hectic and by the end of that year I traded up for my current bike.
@@robertpolkamp more like I failed...
I just bought that identical bike lol. Came from indiana.
Great video, did you use all 3 quarts then?
No, wet capacity is 2.5 quarts.
I have to ask. What rear brake light are you running?
John Telfer it is a stock brake light set up. The LEDs strobe funny on camera
Can I change the oil with the bike on its kickstand or do I need to keep it in driving position?
You can change on the kick stand, it is made for that.
Mac, Are there any particular areas to look at before buying a used 2015 Harley Davidson Fat Bob??
Just the standard stuff. Tire tread, start up... scrapes along the primary, grips, lights and such can be a sign that the bike was dropped. Revzilla and SRK Cycles have some some pretty cool used bike tip vids
th-cam.com/video/MKBB3lwnnQU/w-d-xo.html
If the V-Rod in the corner is yours, what bike do you like better, the V-Rod or the Fat Bob? Also which bike is more reliable? I used to have an 04 V-Rod and a 2010 Fat Bob.
Thank You👍🏻👍🏻
Yup, it was mine. The V-rod was kinda my one-up riding dream bike. The Fat Bob was way more of a utility long hauler. My wife got on the v-rod with me once and absolutely hated it. I only had the v-rod for like 6 months so can't really speak to long term reliability. Except that the V-rods gas gauge was horribly unreliable and that the water cooled system adds an extra layer of complexity to maintenance/repairs... still miss it though. Was a mean bike
Mack's Moto Thank you for the reply! I had my 04 V-Rod for two years. I bought it with 110 miles on it in 2008 and put about 18,000 miles on it with absolutely no issues. Took multiple trips to Naples Florida from Massachusetts and back with my wife on the back. Saddle bags, sissy bar and better seats. Traded in the V-Rod in 2010 for the 2010 Fat Bob and had nothing but starting issues with the bike 2 weeks after I bought it, it killed the experience for us and never took that bike to Florida. It was in HD shops multiple times. I had the Fat Bob for 5 years and sold it with only 5,400 miles on it. It was such a disappointment. My wife was upset with me getting rid of the V-Rod, it was actually a real bad mistake.
👍🏻👍🏻
Good video, Thought I have to jack bike up but I guess not. Thanks.
What size filter socket is it?
www.harley-davidson.com/us/en/shop/end-cap-oil-filter-wrench/p/94863-10
Thx for the video...u have saved me 300.00 dollars...will u plz tell me what that other bike is behind the fatbob during the oil change...thx
Word! That is awesome Robbie, glad to hear it. The bike in the back ground is a 2016 V-rod muscle. I loved that bike man! Sold it a couple years ago
@@MacksMoto I love my own
08...I had a stereo fairing put on it from reckless Maryville TN...I hadn't had time to hunt for another video...but do u have others for the 08 fatbob...primary oil change?...thx
@@robbieparton2123 No Sir, only ever got around to making the one oil change video.
How often do you change your oil
Yo Yeti! I sold the Fat Bob last year but did oil changes every 2.5k
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Spanner wrench?
Like a box-end or open ended combination wrench. Socket won't fit in that tight spot.
is it better to have it on a bike stand where it stands up straight?
Derek Macdonagh it is better to have the bike leaned over on the jiffy stand. Service manual is specific about that and the oil pan (position of the plug) is set up so that it needs to be leaned over for all of the oil to come out.
Every one they do in the shop is straight up clamped in to the chock on a table.
Don't forget to open the oil dipstick while draining the oil
Oil flows too fast that way, it makes the pan over flow. I open the dipstick after it has drained for a bit...
half turn after filter makes contact.
Is the oil level accurate with the bike leaning on its stand? Some people I know stand the bike up to check the level after then warm the bike up. At least with sport bikes.
Erik Acevedo depends on the bike. The Fat Bob service manual says to check the oil with the bike on the jiffy stand... instructions on my Vrod were to check with bike standing straight up. What do you ride?
Mack's Moto I’m on a sport bike now suzuki GSXS750 but would like the fat bob or Indian scout by next season. So just looking through videos checking how maintenance looks on them, accessories etc.
It states in the owners manual that you can check the oil on the Jiffy stand ( side stand )
The oil bottle are actually designed to be poorer with the spout at the top not the bottom. It will poor faster this way
Limpa a vareta do óleo antes de a introduzir para medir. Vês melhor o nível. Depois não é preciso limpar para guardar.
Night Train engine!?
Hans Gruber yeah... I know it isn't right but I have the buddy who was a motorcycle cop. Real salty biker guy. When I got my Bob he would always call it a night train on account of the blacked out engine... kinda stuck with me
Amigo puedes hacer videos en español?
Lo siento, yo no
Good video, what's the deal with this music though haha.
miles davis yeah... was my first video. Music has been a work in progress : )
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In india u pay $1.2 dollars to the mechanic and he will do the job for u if u bring all the filters and oil.with u ...
Not a bad video. But if I'm being critical there are a number of things I'd do to improve it. Though I'd rather pat you on the back with a hearty thank you.
Taking the oil filter off?? No mention of 2 Allen screws needing to be removed b4 using tool to take filter off?
Yo Jeri! I don't have the Fat Bob anymore but no, there weren't any allen screws on the filter for the 2014 Fat Bob. It screws right off like in the video.
Something tells me he doesn't know about the primary and gearbox oil.
He does.
HAHA HARLEYS ARE FUCKIN SHIT WHY WOULD I BUY AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY