FLHTCU Oil Change
Thread Starter
|
Advanced
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 56
Likes: 0
FLHTCU Oil Change
Big question:
I just did my first 500 mile oil change on my Ultra classic.... (boy I was glad to remove them metal shavings from the magnetic plug!)
Now- on putting my new oil in.... I was able to only put in 3 1/2 quarts before it was full--- (that was after putting in 3 quarts... starting it and idle for a few seconds.... put in another 1/4 quart.... rode it around the neighborhood.... and put in another 1/4 quart and went on a 5 mile ride..... dip stick reading full....)
I did oil and filter change.... let the bike sit and drip for about 2 hours b4 putting plug back in and new filter on.... .Does 3 1/2 quarts sound right to anyone else doing their changes?
Thanks
Face
I just did my first 500 mile oil change on my Ultra classic.... (boy I was glad to remove them metal shavings from the magnetic plug!)
Now- on putting my new oil in.... I was able to only put in 3 1/2 quarts before it was full--- (that was after putting in 3 quarts... starting it and idle for a few seconds.... put in another 1/4 quart.... rode it around the neighborhood.... and put in another 1/4 quart and went on a 5 mile ride..... dip stick reading full....)
I did oil and filter change.... let the bike sit and drip for about 2 hours b4 putting plug back in and new filter on.... .Does 3 1/2 quarts sound right to anyone else doing their changes?
Thanks
Face
Extreme HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 11,615
Likes: 50
From: Baton Rouge, LA
RE: FLHTCU Oil Change
Your manual says to add 3½ qts., then check when hot and add if necessary to bring it up to the full level. I have a cooler and add 3.75 qts. If you add 4 qts. you may get some barfing of oil through the breather like I did.
Thread Starter
|
Advanced
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 56
Likes: 0
Trending Topics
Advanced
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 61
Likes: 0
From:
RE: FLHTCU Oil Change
I just did by 5,000 mile service. Although I noticed quite a bit of metal on the magnetic drain plug at the 800 mile mark, when I went to Syn3, and again at the 1,600 mile mark when I swapped it out for Mobil 1, there were no metal filings at 5,500 miles whatsoever. Interesting, wonder if it was a break in thing, junk from the initial build, or if Mobil 1 is making the difference. Anyone else notice something like this?
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Tourer
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 314
Likes: 0
From:
RE: FLHTCU Oil Change
What type of oil are you guys putting in at 500mi.... knowing that at 1000mi the dealer is going to drain it all out. Manual says diesel grade 15W40 if I need to top up.... so what is everyone using at 500mi.... I do plan on using synthetic after the 1000mi service.