Where can I find the type of filter I need? What type of oil do I use? What type of coolant?How do I change the oil and coolant in my Yamaha YZF 600 motorcycle?
You can get a FRAM filter from Advanced Auto Parts for like $6. You can tell the cashier the year, make , and model and he can tell you the model number of the specific filter for your bike. I just bought a filter and 4 quarts for $11.
Pull your lower and upper front fairings off. The drain plug is near the kickstand switch. It's the only bolt that doesn't hold anything on. It's an 1/2 socket on my bike. Righty tighty, lefty loosie. if it's tight you may need to spray some wd40 to loosen it. You can drain it into anything. The pan I use is too high so I have to sit my kickstand in the pan and let it drain in and clean my stand after. After it all drains out put the plug back in. If you look between the pipes coming out the front of the engine, you'll see the filter. Unscrew it. You may need to loosen it with a wrench or something. Don't worry about denting it. Don't remove it all the way just yet. First use your finger tip to put some fresh oil around the rubber gasket of the new filter. then pour about two cap fulls of fresh oil into the center chamber of the new filter. Now as a fast paced movement remove the old and in with the new. i say do it fast because oil will spill out onto your pipes. Just clean them with a damp rag when done. Hand tighten the filter only. Tight as you can with your hands. Now unscrew the oil cap and pour 3 quarts in. Close it and start the bike for about 60 seconds. Do not rev just let it idle. Next turn it off, have a buddy stand it up off the kick stand and pour more oil into it until the oil level reaches the center of both lines on the oil level gauge window. The reason you start it is to make sure oil is pumped into the filter and circulated everywhere it needs to be. You don't rev because you are running the bike with not enough oil. the 60 seconds shouldn't hurt any but reving 1/2 qt low might. So now your oil is changed.
Coolant: You'll notice a thick rubber hose coming from the radiator going down towards the drain plug. Unscrew the clamp that holds it in at the bottom and the coolant come gushing out once you loosen the hose. Once it's all out, pour a gallon of water through and just let it run right out. Put the hose back on, tighten the clamp and refill with coolant. Don't waste your money on the 50/50 stuff. You're paying for half a bottle of water. You can get water free and just 50/50 yourself. Anyhow the radiator cap is on the right side under the hand grip to the right of where the tank meets the bars. Unscrew it and fill it up. The first time full isn't full. Leave the cap off and start the bike. You'll see the coolant level go down. Leave it running and pour more into it until it's full. Turn bike off, put cap back on and you're done. You can also put some in the res under the seat if needed.
Clean up and pull off. Ride safe and have fun!
Saturday, December 26, 2009
For a motorcycle, do i have to change the oil filter everytime i change the oil?
Im guessing I do because the oil filter will just dirty the new oil, but im not sure.For a motorcycle, do i have to change the oil filter everytime i change the oil?
Most manufacturers recommend changing the filter only every 2nd oil change. Most people (me included) ignore this directive and change the filter every time the oil is changed.
If you don't change the filter, the small amount of oil that remains in the filter is not going to have much impact by way of contaminating the new oil. A dirty oil filter itself will not contaminate the new oil: either it isn't clogged, in which case it filters out bad stuff from the oil or it is clogged in which case it gets bypassed.For a motorcycle, do i have to change the oil filter everytime i change the oil?
It's cheap insurance, but if the PITA aspect of it causes you to wait too long, then skip it every other time. I know you can dump the oil in my GSXR without touching the plastic, but you need to take off one side of the lower to get to the filter. I have done a filterless change before, but the oil actually wasn't due for a change yet anyway. In my Buell, it takes about 30 seconds to change the filter, so that always gets changed with the oil.
So....
You don't HAVE to do it, but in a perfect world, you would. If you are in a pinch and having to change the filter means the oil change isn't going to get done? Just dump the oil and don't stress about it.
You really can't go wrong following the manufactures service advice.
If there are enough contaminants in your filter to require replacing at every oil change (beyond the first change after running in or after fitting a new engine) there is a problem with the engine which is beyond an oil change to repair or contain. Keep an eye on the contents of the filter, but there is no mechanical need to replace it except for peace of mind.
My manual says every other time, but I normally change every time. Cheap insurance I figure. If you buy el-cheapo filters, then you definitely should. One cheap brand (Emgo or something like that) has a warning printed on the box that you should change the filter every 1500 miles. That's between oil changes! I go with OEM filters, they cost more but I know they're quality products.
i would you are probley asking this question because the manual says to only change the oil at 4000 miles because you changed the oil filter out at 600 miles i would still change the oil filter it is like taking a **** and not wiping get what im saying just do the oil filter with the oil change all the time
Yes - for any engine that has an oil filter, it should be changed with the oil. It contains oil and crud it's collected, not changing it would compromise the quality of the change itself.
Yeah you change out the filter everything you change the oil.. depending on when you change it is actually up to how much you ride.. and the type of oil you run from convention to syn. but usually around 3,000 mi is it..
it is highly recommended. of course, no one can force you to do it. the filter is not that expensive, so for peace of mind, I think it's worth it.
especially if it's a bike that the clutch runs in oil.
and besides it's cheap insurance, especially on a small
engine.
absolutely, what could it possibly harm by doing so
Yes, and you should change your oil every 3000 to 5000 miles.
You do not have to but you should.
I always do.
for peace of mind, just change it.,
Most manufacturers recommend changing the filter only every 2nd oil change. Most people (me included) ignore this directive and change the filter every time the oil is changed.
If you don't change the filter, the small amount of oil that remains in the filter is not going to have much impact by way of contaminating the new oil. A dirty oil filter itself will not contaminate the new oil: either it isn't clogged, in which case it filters out bad stuff from the oil or it is clogged in which case it gets bypassed.For a motorcycle, do i have to change the oil filter everytime i change the oil?
It's cheap insurance, but if the PITA aspect of it causes you to wait too long, then skip it every other time. I know you can dump the oil in my GSXR without touching the plastic, but you need to take off one side of the lower to get to the filter. I have done a filterless change before, but the oil actually wasn't due for a change yet anyway. In my Buell, it takes about 30 seconds to change the filter, so that always gets changed with the oil.
So....
You don't HAVE to do it, but in a perfect world, you would. If you are in a pinch and having to change the filter means the oil change isn't going to get done? Just dump the oil and don't stress about it.
You really can't go wrong following the manufactures service advice.
If there are enough contaminants in your filter to require replacing at every oil change (beyond the first change after running in or after fitting a new engine) there is a problem with the engine which is beyond an oil change to repair or contain. Keep an eye on the contents of the filter, but there is no mechanical need to replace it except for peace of mind.
My manual says every other time, but I normally change every time. Cheap insurance I figure. If you buy el-cheapo filters, then you definitely should. One cheap brand (Emgo or something like that) has a warning printed on the box that you should change the filter every 1500 miles. That's between oil changes! I go with OEM filters, they cost more but I know they're quality products.
i would you are probley asking this question because the manual says to only change the oil at 4000 miles because you changed the oil filter out at 600 miles i would still change the oil filter it is like taking a **** and not wiping get what im saying just do the oil filter with the oil change all the time
Yes - for any engine that has an oil filter, it should be changed with the oil. It contains oil and crud it's collected, not changing it would compromise the quality of the change itself.
Yeah you change out the filter everything you change the oil.. depending on when you change it is actually up to how much you ride.. and the type of oil you run from convention to syn. but usually around 3,000 mi is it..
it is highly recommended. of course, no one can force you to do it. the filter is not that expensive, so for peace of mind, I think it's worth it.
especially if it's a bike that the clutch runs in oil.
and besides it's cheap insurance, especially on a small
engine.
absolutely, what could it possibly harm by doing so
Yes, and you should change your oil every 3000 to 5000 miles.
You do not have to but you should.
I always do.
for peace of mind, just change it.,
So who makes Honda's motorcycle oil filters?
Are other name brand filters like Fram the same thing?So who makes Honda's motorcycle oil filters?
Toyo RokiSo who makes Honda's motorcycle oil filters?
I used and K%26amp;N or Mobile 1 oil filters. the Mobile 1 ones are hard to find for me, but honestly i think there all the same, i mean all oil filters do the same thing, its not like your buying a turbo for your bike and debating whether to get a Garrett turbo or a GT housing. I ran on Laguna Seca with a Fram Filter nothing happen.
Factory oil filters are designed to allow proper oil pressure.Go to the dealer and save your wallet on a froze up engine by buying stock parts.
Aftermarket brand oil filters are not up to the quality standards of OEM (original equipment manufacturer).
Don't take the chance of engine damage, while trying to save a dollar.
Stock is best.
have heard of some goldwings that had
major problems with after market filters.
I had a 750 honda that had major problems,
like it locked up a cam because of oil problems
I blamed an aftermarket filter...
I'm going to disagree with the rest of these guys , and I'll tell you why . Filters do not know what vehicle they will go on ,and the same factory that makes Honda's filters also makes for others too, The filter that fits my bike (Kawasaki) is the same from a mid-sized Mazda , I can get my filter anywhere ,but I usually stick with Puralator because it's what I prefer . It cost me $5 for a better than factory filter (filtering wise) than the one from the dealer for $14. I do stay away from Fram as I believe they are crap IMO . And sorry I didn't answer your question but I believe it is a WIX filter Honda uses.
Toyo RokiSo who makes Honda's motorcycle oil filters?
I used and K%26amp;N or Mobile 1 oil filters. the Mobile 1 ones are hard to find for me, but honestly i think there all the same, i mean all oil filters do the same thing, its not like your buying a turbo for your bike and debating whether to get a Garrett turbo or a GT housing. I ran on Laguna Seca with a Fram Filter nothing happen.
Factory oil filters are designed to allow proper oil pressure.Go to the dealer and save your wallet on a froze up engine by buying stock parts.
Aftermarket brand oil filters are not up to the quality standards of OEM (original equipment manufacturer).
Don't take the chance of engine damage, while trying to save a dollar.
Stock is best.
have heard of some goldwings that had
major problems with after market filters.
I had a 750 honda that had major problems,
like it locked up a cam because of oil problems
I blamed an aftermarket filter...
I'm going to disagree with the rest of these guys , and I'll tell you why . Filters do not know what vehicle they will go on ,and the same factory that makes Honda's filters also makes for others too, The filter that fits my bike (Kawasaki) is the same from a mid-sized Mazda , I can get my filter anywhere ,but I usually stick with Puralator because it's what I prefer . It cost me $5 for a better than factory filter (filtering wise) than the one from the dealer for $14. I do stay away from Fram as I believe they are crap IMO . And sorry I didn't answer your question but I believe it is a WIX filter Honda uses.
Type of engine oil for my motorcycle?
I have a 1991 Suzuki Katana 600 and I was wondering the type of engine oil it takes? Also if my bike takes trans fluid or does the engine oil lubricate the trans.Type of engine oil for my motorcycle?
Any 4 stroke 10W40 Motorcycle Oil will work,
DO NOT use a synthetic on any older-high mileage bike, the synthetic is too thin and it will cause problems, (burning oil, or leaking)
The crankcase, clutch and transmission are all submersed in the same oil, a motorcycle oil is specially formulated to do 3 jobs, a crankcase oil, a wet clutch oil and a transmission gear oil.
IF,,, money is a problem and you can't afford to pay $8 a qt for motorcycle oil then you can use Shell Rotalla 15W40, BUT I would recommend a regular petroleum 10W40 Motorcycle OilType of engine oil for my motorcycle?
Any automotive 10w-40 or higher viscosity oil will work fine, as long as it's not ';energy conserving';. ( look on the back of the label, there should be no text in the bottom of the circle symbol) Energy conserving oil has additives that will ruin your clutch and cause it to slip. So.. yes the engine oil lubes the transmission.
I personally use Rotella T synthetic. Don't waste your money on ';MOTORCYCLE'; oil it's a total rip-off.
I would only use Suzuki approved oil from your dealer. The engine oil also lubes the trans in that model
10W30 motor oil just like what you put in your car.
anybody that says put car oil in it is a moron. it needs motorcycle oil,.. just take my word for it. use lucas or royal purple 20w50.
you can call the dealer and ask but any motorcycle oil will work.
it depends if you have a 2-stroke or a 4-stroke
Call the dealer or look in the little book that should have come with the bike. There might be a group on Yahoo groups for your bike like there is for mine where you can ask any question you want from others that have your exact model.soap opera
Any 4 stroke 10W40 Motorcycle Oil will work,
DO NOT use a synthetic on any older-high mileage bike, the synthetic is too thin and it will cause problems, (burning oil, or leaking)
The crankcase, clutch and transmission are all submersed in the same oil, a motorcycle oil is specially formulated to do 3 jobs, a crankcase oil, a wet clutch oil and a transmission gear oil.
IF,,, money is a problem and you can't afford to pay $8 a qt for motorcycle oil then you can use Shell Rotalla 15W40, BUT I would recommend a regular petroleum 10W40 Motorcycle OilType of engine oil for my motorcycle?
Any automotive 10w-40 or higher viscosity oil will work fine, as long as it's not ';energy conserving';. ( look on the back of the label, there should be no text in the bottom of the circle symbol) Energy conserving oil has additives that will ruin your clutch and cause it to slip. So.. yes the engine oil lubes the transmission.
I personally use Rotella T synthetic. Don't waste your money on ';MOTORCYCLE'; oil it's a total rip-off.
I would only use Suzuki approved oil from your dealer. The engine oil also lubes the trans in that model
10W30 motor oil just like what you put in your car.
anybody that says put car oil in it is a moron. it needs motorcycle oil,.. just take my word for it. use lucas or royal purple 20w50.
you can call the dealer and ask but any motorcycle oil will work.
it depends if you have a 2-stroke or a 4-stroke
Call the dealer or look in the little book that should have come with the bike. There might be a group on Yahoo groups for your bike like there is for mine where you can ask any question you want from others that have your exact model.
What is the best way to clean oil stains in between the fins of a motorcycle engine?
I not only have trouble getting in between the fins, but also cannot find anything that will remove all the oil and make the engine look really clean.What is the best way to clean oil stains in between the fins of a motorcycle engine?
Gunk engine degreaser.
You can by whatever brand engine degreaser at any auto parts store.
That's what it's made for. To clean dirty, oily, greasy, grimy engines.
Spray it on, let it sit for 10 min, then hose it off.
It works great and does what it's supposed to.What is the best way to clean oil stains in between the fins of a motorcycle engine?
If you really want to get excellent results without busting your marbles, try to get some Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK), it works like a dream, just make sure you do not get any plastics in contact with it.
A motorcycle is not pots or pans. Do not use household cleaners on it! Use products designed for your motorcycle go to a local dealer and check out the products they carry. To get between the fins use a spoked wheel brush.
DO NOT USE EASY-OFF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Caustic cleaners will eat your aluminum.
It works great on iron blocks, though
Gunk degreaser is made for it.
The thinner will do it too, but you may not want that on the clearcoat on the cases.
Spray can citrus-based degreasers work ok.
I've got a few small stiff bristle nylon bottle brushes I'm gonna try out.
.
Another trick to add to the pile of good advice here: Lacquer Thinner.
Not regular ';paint thinner'; or ';mineral spirits'; -- they won't work.
Lacquer thinner will do the job. Apply with a brush you won't use again, and don't get any on the paint or plastic. Don't splatter any on your car, either!
Try WD-40 and wash it off with soap %26amp; water....
Also, if you are really serious on getting the oil stains
off the fins.
Get some long extended q-tips and remove the oil stains
by hand.
Also, check you local auto parts store like
Pep Boys or Auto Zone....They probably have
a product that you can use.
use degreaser and cotton buds need lot of time then powerwash off
w-d40 then wash with soap and water
use the diesel or thiner and wiper with a clean paper tower until it dry before you start the engine
the easiest......easy-off oven cleaner
and rinse w water......do your whole motor if you want.....
Gunk engine degreaser.
You can by whatever brand engine degreaser at any auto parts store.
That's what it's made for. To clean dirty, oily, greasy, grimy engines.
Spray it on, let it sit for 10 min, then hose it off.
It works great and does what it's supposed to.What is the best way to clean oil stains in between the fins of a motorcycle engine?
If you really want to get excellent results without busting your marbles, try to get some Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK), it works like a dream, just make sure you do not get any plastics in contact with it.
A motorcycle is not pots or pans. Do not use household cleaners on it! Use products designed for your motorcycle go to a local dealer and check out the products they carry. To get between the fins use a spoked wheel brush.
DO NOT USE EASY-OFF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Caustic cleaners will eat your aluminum.
It works great on iron blocks, though
Gunk degreaser is made for it.
The thinner will do it too, but you may not want that on the clearcoat on the cases.
Spray can citrus-based degreasers work ok.
I've got a few small stiff bristle nylon bottle brushes I'm gonna try out.
.
Another trick to add to the pile of good advice here: Lacquer Thinner.
Not regular ';paint thinner'; or ';mineral spirits'; -- they won't work.
Lacquer thinner will do the job. Apply with a brush you won't use again, and don't get any on the paint or plastic. Don't splatter any on your car, either!
Try WD-40 and wash it off with soap %26amp; water....
Also, if you are really serious on getting the oil stains
off the fins.
Get some long extended q-tips and remove the oil stains
by hand.
Also, check you local auto parts store like
Pep Boys or Auto Zone....They probably have
a product that you can use.
use degreaser and cotton buds need lot of time then powerwash off
w-d40 then wash with soap and water
use the diesel or thiner and wiper with a clean paper tower until it dry before you start the engine
the easiest......easy-off oven cleaner
and rinse w water......do your whole motor if you want.....
Where do you get 2-Stroke Motorcycle Oil?
I just bought a Cagllari Daytona from minipocketrockets.com and im wondering how am i supposed to fill the oil tank. I bought the mixer and now i need to know where to get the oil and gas. Can i just get some regular gas from Shell and then put some oil in it? Thanks.Where do you get 2-Stroke Motorcycle Oil?
local motorbike shop they will have itWhere do you get 2-Stroke Motorcycle Oil?
the best oil to get is spectro. it the best 2 stroke oil almost every racers use this oil (unless there sponsored by an oil company). don't go cheap or gas station brand look for something that is name brand. any recreation place will have it.if not then try klotz there good too. read your manual or call there support line
Dont buy the cheap stuff, go to your local bike shop and get some yama lube probably the best 2 stroke oil on the market......... Is the bike oil injected or do you have to mix it?
If it has an oil tank under the seat its oil injected and you wont need to mix gas.......
You need to mix the 2 stroke oil in exactly the right ratio, whatever the engine calls for it may be 16:1 to 50:1, too much oil will foul the plugs, too little you overheat and seize the engine.
2 stroke oil is found at most gas stations, even Wal Mart sells it.
local motorbike shop they will have itWhere do you get 2-Stroke Motorcycle Oil?
the best oil to get is spectro. it the best 2 stroke oil almost every racers use this oil (unless there sponsored by an oil company). don't go cheap or gas station brand look for something that is name brand. any recreation place will have it.if not then try klotz there good too. read your manual or call there support line
Dont buy the cheap stuff, go to your local bike shop and get some yama lube probably the best 2 stroke oil on the market......... Is the bike oil injected or do you have to mix it?
If it has an oil tank under the seat its oil injected and you wont need to mix gas.......
You need to mix the 2 stroke oil in exactly the right ratio, whatever the engine calls for it may be 16:1 to 50:1, too much oil will foul the plugs, too little you overheat and seize the engine.
2 stroke oil is found at most gas stations, even Wal Mart sells it.
Does the 2006 Honda Rebel Motorcycle have an oil filter?
I can not find the oil filter on my Rebel. Does it even have one? It's not in the manual.Does the 2006 Honda Rebel Motorcycle have an oil filter?
Your Rebel doesn't have an oil filter. It has a fine mesh screen to filter large metal particles before entering the oil pump. To clean the screen, the R crankcase cover has to be removed. Paul S gave an incorrect answer. The Rebel doesn't have the oil screen above the drain bolt. Yamaha quads do.Does the 2006 Honda Rebel Motorcycle have an oil filter?
no
No. It has what's called an oil Screen. This is like a strainer for the oil and should only be replaced by qualified honda Technicians.
Your Rebel doesn't have an oil filter. It has a fine mesh screen to filter large metal particles before entering the oil pump. To clean the screen, the R crankcase cover has to be removed. Paul S gave an incorrect answer. The Rebel doesn't have the oil screen above the drain bolt. Yamaha quads do.Does the 2006 Honda Rebel Motorcycle have an oil filter?
no
No. It has what's called an oil Screen. This is like a strainer for the oil and should only be replaced by qualified honda Technicians.
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