How to Change Motorcycle Oil in Under 20 Minutes | The Shop Manual

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  • How to Change Motorcycle Oil in Under 20 Minutes | The Shop Manual
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    Regular oil changes are the single best way to keep your engine happy, and doing it yourself is easy. DIYing your oil and filter change is also a great way to save money as a motorcyclist. In this video, Ari will give you an overview of the process, with tips and tricks to make the job go smoothly.
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  • @RevZilla
    @RevZilla  4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Want to follow along with an article while you change your motorcycle's oil? Head over to Common Tread to read "Oil change 101" and other Moto 101 articles: rvz.la/3j94ZMJ

    • @DontNickMe
      @DontNickMe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Any of you guys use fumoto valve plugs? I love em!

    • @James-dh1ji
      @James-dh1ji 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@DontNickMe Which original manufacturers trust these valve drain plugs enough to use them from the factory? Seems like it would be a great feature to advertise for them, 'easy servicing'!
      Until then, no thanks.

    • @DontNickMe
      @DontNickMe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@James-dh1ji same reason they put horrible suspension and other parts. They're making bikes to make $$! Why do you think people have to replaced bikes so much?

    • @James-dh1ji
      @James-dh1ji 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@DontNickMe I doubt this part at Manufacturer's volume would be that much more expensive than a drain plug and washer, and they could advertise 'easy DIY services' to make extra sales. Nope, that's not it. They looked at the risk versus reward and decided that this is solving a problem that doesn't exist. Operating a drain plug and washer every 3-5 thousand miles is not hard or time consuming enough to warrant ANY extra risk. Billions (trillions?) of engines have worked just fine with a trusty old drain plug and washer. No thanks.

  • @dennismartin666
    @dennismartin666 4 ปีที่แล้ว +254

    So glad RevZilla let Ari start this series! No nonsense, practical guidance, great advice. And that aluminium foil trick is a brilliant idea 😁🔧🏍️

  • @Steve-ec6ed
    @Steve-ec6ed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +142

    I change my own oil all the time I'm just here to support Revzilla and give them some extra views because I like them

  • @ignatiusluchengpoh4321
    @ignatiusluchengpoh4321 4 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Finally Ari is back with this series 😍.Although i already know and performed many times own motorcycle oil change.I just like to watch it

    • @rya3190
      @rya3190 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yeah, it's not too much different than a car, but it's still cool to get his advice

  • @Quatra05
    @Quatra05 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Just the aluminum foil trick was well worth the time watching this. Great tip 👍👍

  • @StefanKowalewski
    @StefanKowalewski 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I wasn't going to watch this video because I've changed the oil in my bike so many times! So glad I did. The tip about using the foil is GOLD! Thank you!

  • @Leprikhan
    @Leprikhan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The first time I changed my oil on my Nighthawk 250 I overtightened the oil bolt so hard that it cracked the crankcase. On the plus side, I got to learn how to rebuild an entire engine, which in the long run was an experience I look back on fondly, but you can imagine how I felt at the time.
    Even if you do use a torque wrench- make sure you know how it works, make sure you know what it tightens to, and make sure you know whether that value is foot*lbs or N*m!!

  • @ajojoseph6052
    @ajojoseph6052 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That aluminum foil hack is brilliant idea. I use an old rag.

  • @leewatkeys9065
    @leewatkeys9065 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    No excuse to miss an oil change when it’s this straight forward and liked the foil over the exhaust idea. 👍🏻

  • @shogrran
    @shogrran 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's a personal thing for me, but changing oil and pretty much any maintenance I do on my bike is therapeutic. I take my sweet time.

  • @AmerSheikh
    @AmerSheikh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video explained in simple way! Love it!

  • @s8torre
    @s8torre 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video and thank you for the tip.
    Now I have the courage yo do it myself.
    Thank you

  • @dragoclarke9497
    @dragoclarke9497 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great and practical video, thanks Ari.

  • @joshmxvi
    @joshmxvi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These videos are really useful. Good series

  • @_Makanko_
    @_Makanko_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent how-to video.
    Cheers

  • @stigigonzalez5355
    @stigigonzalez5355 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks! Straight to the point =) I'm gonna do my first oil change on my MT-07

  • @riveraluciano
    @riveraluciano 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Glad to see your wound healed well!

  • @WojciechKalka
    @WojciechKalka 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really nice that you are back :)

  • @imjayanthkumar
    @imjayanthkumar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love his garage. Everything is so neatly organized.

  • @lordraydin1324
    @lordraydin1324 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Soooo glad you are back man

  • @GasBunny
    @GasBunny 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank god Ari. You're back at it i hope. was looking for your most current vids all over the place!

  • @juangonzalez2631
    @juangonzalez2631 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a great series of videos - thx!

  • @bennetteharding1123
    @bennetteharding1123 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video Ari! Looking forward to doing my first oil change on my new SV650! Thanks for demystifying the process! Picked up that torque wrench at harbor freight yesterday!

  • @tscomponents33
    @tscomponents33 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Easily the best videos from this channel. Good to see you back Ari!

  • @virud16
    @virud16 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great to see Ari back 👌👌👌👍👍👍

  • @mikeMcoa
    @mikeMcoa 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad your back Ari

  • @HarryFunmaker
    @HarryFunmaker 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ari and RevZilla, two of my favorites together. This is awesome.

  • @danmasterson4128
    @danmasterson4128 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Love the DYI vids on The Shop Manual. Please keep them coming. And it's great to see you and Zack on Revzilla!

    • @AriH211
      @AriH211 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Every other Saturday ;)

  • @GarethNicholson
    @GarethNicholson 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love these videos.

  • @dannwing4224
    @dannwing4224 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love ur video. U explained & demonstrated very clearly in a fun & relaxing way. Thank u so much.

  • @yarilich544
    @yarilich544 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is a great one. I'd like the similar manual on coolant change. Gonna look for it now.

  • @vicsmith7006
    @vicsmith7006 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this new series

  • @nelzintut
    @nelzintut 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the subtle ending

  • @armanmahbub2196
    @armanmahbub2196 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    AMAZING video RevZilla!!
    Plz do more instructional vidoes plz

  • @philly.d6489
    @philly.d6489 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like how he explains things he's very very technical and easy to understand great job 👍

  • @williamtrudel9364
    @williamtrudel9364 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That foil trick is brilliant thank you

  • @wockodiddlo
    @wockodiddlo 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks for tackling the oil disposal Q as part of this Ari!

  • @tanvirrrrrrrrrr
    @tanvirrrrrrrrrr 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    you are good at it man

  • @shishkatian
    @shishkatian 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Well great.... As always you have good tricks... Aluminum foil... Thums up...

  • @arifulislammasum6933
    @arifulislammasum6933 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am so happy that ari is back

  • @fazerjohn
    @fazerjohn 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great to see you again!

  • @carldeng7036
    @carldeng7036 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    THANK YOU ARI. THANK YOU REVZILLA!

  • @p.radith7518
    @p.radith7518 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good to see a video from u again after a long gap
    How's your jaw now

  • @Injamben
    @Injamben 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Im really excited for this series. Sure, most of it I have already half assed myself, but Ari is very knowledgeable and there is always something to learn.

    • @AriH211
      @AriH211 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Right on Ben, glad you find something useful in the vids. We always aim to include a few tips and tricks that we've picked up over the years.

  • @malvinacarabas5768
    @malvinacarabas5768 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Perfect presentation !

  • @matheusfraga2749
    @matheusfraga2749 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice vídeo!!! Helps a lot!
    Thanks!!!

  • @ehsan83
    @ehsan83 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    excellent video thank you Ari

  • @themdivision8079
    @themdivision8079 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ari u are the best, missed you

  • @Alkizz22
    @Alkizz22 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just a pure good feeling to see Ari back!! So great!
    No bullshit, no nonsense, detailed, clear instructions and good advice for normal folks, not buy this buy that!

    • @AriH211
      @AriH211 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you 🤙🏼

  • @ranagxo
    @ranagxo 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ari is the best!!!

  • @ZinoAmare
    @ZinoAmare ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, this is very insightful, don't have a license yet so I do my research here :D

  • @motordemic
    @motordemic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank goodness you exist!👋🥳

  • @mishimposble
    @mishimposble 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ari is the man!

  • @GeeTeeGarage
    @GeeTeeGarage 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yay. It's different if Ari is the one who's speaking. Doesn't matter if what channel. 😁

  • @akshatrockport
    @akshatrockport 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this guy!! Ever since MC!

  • @edv5918
    @edv5918 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video couldnt have been posted at a better time. I'm about to do my oil change and I also have the exact same motorcycle. Thanks!

    • @AriH211
      @AriH211 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ha, perfect. Good luck.

  • @plamendimitrov2224
    @plamendimitrov2224 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome guide !

  • @IIFaDedII
    @IIFaDedII ปีที่แล้ว

    5:55 Thats the best advice that almsot nobody else talks about! Most people just measure oil by manual and ending up overfilling their engines not knowing that engine holds some old oil even if you drain it completly. I usualy add new oil so it overfills sight glass little bit and after warming up new oil and letting it cool down its always reads way below middle so i add a bit oil and it sits above middle and below max level.

  • @GrotrianSeiler
    @GrotrianSeiler 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a great host, Revzilla chose well.

  • @user-hs2hd7wp9g
    @user-hs2hd7wp9g 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Also, filling your oil filer (even if it's horizontally mounted like here) is a good idea, it reduces the time your engine runs without oil. That adds up considering you should change your oil pretty often.

  • @smartbikers4550
    @smartbikers4550 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good To Be Back..... Ari...

  • @danylfernandes6741
    @danylfernandes6741 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Holy Shit!!!!!! Ari!!!!!!! I instantly subbed to RevZilla. Thank you so much RevZilla

  • @emilesp01
    @emilesp01 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool Ari is making this series with Revzilla.

  • @lasseh1576
    @lasseh1576 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Soooo, what’s that luggage rack you’re sporting there? Thanks for the great videos. 👌

  • @Heyalth
    @Heyalth 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you for not telling people to replace that washer for no reason at all.... too many people overthink stuff like that

  • @seancarroll8326
    @seancarroll8326 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome! You guys got Ari Henning too!

  • @DavidfinaMassey
    @DavidfinaMassey 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't need to watch this but I will because it's just so refreshing to have a series like this be done by someone this trusted in the motorcycle media world.

    • @AriH211
      @AriH211 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Right on David, means a lot!

  • @norme5795959
    @norme5795959 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent! Did not miss a single thing for the wet sump majority. Dry sumpers: there is also an oil tank.

    • @AriH211
      @AriH211 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yup. Always gotta check your manual! This is just an overview.

  • @knowledge1kriminal
    @knowledge1kriminal 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Let's see a video on coolant and brake fluid changes

    • @AriH211
      @AriH211 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Sure thing, that's coming up!

    • @knowledge1kriminal
      @knowledge1kriminal 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AriH211 yeah bikes been sitting 2014 only 4,500 miles original fluids except oil has been changed thought maybe I should flush and fill with fresh fluids putting back on the road.

  • @Mr_Ashley
    @Mr_Ashley 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Funny this should pop up now as was about to go to the shed todo an oil change on the bike

  • @michaelvandinther
    @michaelvandinther 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome!

  • @andrewweaver6961
    @andrewweaver6961 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Can't thank you guys enough for making these videos! I just got my first bike a few months ago and your videos have been really helpful. Looking forward to more!

    • @AriH211
      @AriH211 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Right on, glad to hear in Andrew.

    • @jim6635
      @jim6635 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Same here. 2023 klr 650😂

    • @jim6635
      @jim6635 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Oh and I didn't know these videos existed! Made my day!Thanks so much

  • @Kemrer
    @Kemrer 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you

  • @4bn0rm4l
    @4bn0rm4l 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    i dont know if Ary in revzilla now... we miss you bro... welcome back

  • @glenjamin2703
    @glenjamin2703 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I use a magnetic telescopic pick up tool to loosen the last few threads on the drain bolt to keep my hands clean.

  • @bizeheryermemleket466
    @bizeheryermemleket466 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    It is easy like changing diper . Get the dirt out install the new one very easy :)

  • @lexacost
    @lexacost 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cant wait for more advance maintenance videos👌🏻🤛🏻

  • @maheshy1
    @maheshy1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oil change was my first diy. It's so easy and so satisfying. Once a professional messed up and put wrong oil and it felt so sluggish that I ended up doing myself. What a waste of money and time. In India, they charge $3 for a change plus oil and filters for a mass market bike and about $20-50 for a big, low volume, performance bike.
    I'm yet to try it out on my car.

  • @drkanishksalunkhe8297
    @drkanishksalunkhe8297 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video Ari
    I've been changing the oil on my bikes - ever since the shop technician used impact tools to put the drain bolt back on and stripped.
    I don't have a torque wrench so do you have an eyeball estimate for on standard Japanese bike drain bolts? (CB1000R in question)
    I mean half a turn/3 quarters of a turn likewise you did with the oil filter.
    Thanks

  • @giodc8599
    @giodc8599 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    May i add something to this great instructional. If you work on your bike especially when you are not using it as a daily, you might want to put some tape over ignition and killswitch. This way you will know that you are not to turn the bike on until you are done. Say that something goes wrong, you get the wrong oil, wrong filter, whatever, and you leave the bike with no oil just sitting there. It's a good idea to have tape on the main starting components to avoid turning it on when dry. Very useful on track bikes. Same goes for major repairs where you leave the job for another day.

  • @mrtaco5374
    @mrtaco5374 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it ❤️

  • @umloiro3219
    @umloiro3219 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really nice advices than!ks!

  • @jhantushankar
    @jhantushankar 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    do a video on spark plugs, how often they should be cleaned and when to change them??

  • @Soshi12005
    @Soshi12005 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Would be cool to see more beginner style maintenance videos like this because not all of us are competent with tools

    • @Shaded
      @Shaded 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's what this series is about plus it just started 😉

  • @PiercedRivetHead
    @PiercedRivetHead 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What are your thoughts on permanent oil filters, like the K&P Engineering filters?
    And how viable is it to use steel thread inserts to repair damaged threads on an oil pan? (Caveat: I'm pretty sure you'd have to remove the oil pan first, since you need to break the tail off Helicoils.)

  • @trilam3364
    @trilam3364 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    thanks for the tutorial oil change, very helpful, So, a motorcycle has oil and hydraulic brake fluids,, what other fluid does it also have ?? Transmission fluid or no ?

  • @hellslayer9638
    @hellslayer9638 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    yay !!! ari hanning is back!!!! dude where were you ?

  • @paule5812
    @paule5812 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Always refer to your owners manual for oil change info👌🏼

    • @AriH211
      @AriH211 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yup! These vids are an overview of the process, but the specifics for your bike can only be found in the manual.

  • @saltysealion
    @saltysealion 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    LOL, its a basic skill but you still manage to make me laugh. Ace work again Ari, keep em coming

  • @Laura-qk5yo
    @Laura-qk5yo 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    A video with no dislikes, nice

  • @sharpshooter012345
    @sharpshooter012345 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Had a good chuckle 2:00

  • @TheSmartSneakerhead
    @TheSmartSneakerhead 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You guys need to make a shop manual playlist

    • @AriH211
      @AriH211 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yup, that's a good idea.

  • @surajprasade4930
    @surajprasade4930 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is it a good idea to fill up oil in new oil filter before installing?

  • @breakwood8531
    @breakwood8531 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What i like to do when draining the oil is put new oil through where you fill and it helps drain more old oil out with the residue and wait till you see the new oil drain out then you know you got most of the old stuff out. Not necessary at all just something my old man thought me.
    Btw i love this series, always learn new stuff and the way you teach it is awesome. Thanks

    • @James-dh1ji
      @James-dh1ji 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Just change your oil more often with that very same oil you're wasting. It's better for your bike and the Earth. You can't get all the old oil out of the engine, around 15 - 30% of it remains in the heads and other areas of the engine after you drain the oil pan. Your old man taught you wrong and your trick is an illusion.

    • @AriH211
      @AriH211 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@James-dh1ji Yup. If you look at the manual it'll list oil volumes for "oil and filter change" as well as "full rebuild" and the difference can be drastic. Flushing the engine with fresh oil is a waste.

  • @johnnzetrockk9404
    @johnnzetrockk9404 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    How i missed Ari giving us motorcycle tips

  • @cfvgd
    @cfvgd 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    A big plus with doing things like this yourself is that the bike runs better and is definetly a bit faster after! (not placebo at all)

  • @RuledByMars
    @RuledByMars 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice vid. I save $140+ every time I change the oil on my BMW f700GS myself. It's easy.

  • @ProfaneZugzwang
    @ProfaneZugzwang 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! I'm a new motorcycle owner and I'm hoping someone can help me with a couple questions. I know you're supposed to use oil recommended in your owner's manual. Mine says 15w/40-SF. My problem is I can't seem to find that anywhere. Revzilla has 15w/50 and 15w/60. I see 10w/40 as well. I'm not sure if any of those would be suitable. Also there's the SF part, which I know has something to do with the quality of the oil, which I guess has gone from SA down the alphabet to SN through the years. So does that mean I can use SF or higher? Or do I HAVE to use SF specifically? I am confused, please help. Thank you to any that see this and comment back some info. My motorcycle is new, a 2021 model, if that helps in any way.

  • @bhushanpatil6008
    @bhushanpatil6008 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank u sir

  • @haris525
    @haris525 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Come on Ari - you know it never takes 20 minutes. Please add 60 additional minutes for unforeseen issues that always arise when I change oil lol.

    • @kevinjones1942
      @kevinjones1942 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      What kind of bike do you ride?? My oil change on my R3 takes 15 minutes.

    • @AriH211
      @AriH211 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      As a matter of fact, we timed an oil-changed on the Street Triple start-to-finish and it was 14 minutes including startup and leak check, so it can definitely be done. Lots of bikes will likely take longer, but 20 minutes seems like a reasonable target for most bikes. None of mine take longer than that.

    • @haris525
      @haris525 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ari Henning haha yes I am just a noob 😂. I have a s1000rr, and cb1000r

    • @scottnathanphoto
      @scottnathanphoto ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kevinjones1942 My Duc takes more than 25 just to stop dripping.