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May 31, 2008 | 06:34 AM

bpd138

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Newbe Oil Question

I've been reading oil posts for the last hour and I'm totally confused. Use this, no use that. use car oil. No use synthetic. No use V-twin synthetic, Use Dyno Oil, No use the same oil for everything!

I've got almost 600 mile son my 08 Street Glide. I'm going on a four-five day ride in a few weeks and want to change my oil before I go because I will run over the 1000 mile mark for the first service.

Can someone please tell me what type and how much oil I will need for the oil change? Should I change the tranny fluid too? If so what type and how much?

Thanks in advance for any advice.

Willie

May 31, 2008 | 07:07 AM

petdoc94

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RE: Newbe Oil Question

I just changed all 3 holes myself and it took me about 30 minutes to do it..I read the same as u.....peeps sayin use this no use that, I just used what the manual said to use and I am good...As long as u change it when you are supposed to u should be ok. I was told at the STEALER that the oil was about 3 1/2 quarts give or take look at your stick when you do it, my primary is 1 quart no more, and the tranny I did what the manual said and went by the stick as well..

I just went by the book and the bike is fine and saved some $ doing it myself...I got some good tips here on the forum on the how-to's.
U can do it just take your time...I can just imagine how much the STEALER wants to do all 3 holes, my bud just had a custom shop do all 3 and he paid about $120.00 and thats alot to me for a change...u can do it yourself cheaper and have peace of mind...I hope this helps

May 31, 2008 | 07:54 AM

big cahuna

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RE: Newbe Oil Question

you cant go wrong if you do it by the book. just keep the reciepts and keep a writtten record of when and what was done in case any warrenty issues happen to come up, you can use that as proof the service was done.,,

May 31, 2008 | 08:04 AM

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RE: Newbe Oil Question

ok,, to make it simple here you go,, put Amsoil MCV in the crank and primary, its about 2.8 litres for the crank and about 1litre for primary but put in 2.5 first in the crank, run the motor and then top up as needed. the primary is easy, just drain and dump in a full bottle and thats it. Change the tranny to Redline Shock Proof, again, just dump in a bottle then check the level, you may need a tiny bit more, i did.. Go to the stealer and get a gasket for the clutch ( derby ) cover and you get the three O-rings you need for the other holes with it.. Oh and dont forget the premium oil filter... OK, do that and you will be stunned at the difference it all makes.....

May 31, 2008 | 01:13 PM

KBFXDLI

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RE: Newbe Oil Question

You should change engine/trans/primary to satisfy the 1000 mile break-in requirement. Use whatever oil meets the HD specs. My best advice is to invest in a service manual for your bike and check all of your critical fasteners before your trip as well as tire pressure and belt tension.