What is a good oil to use, I only find one drain plug that is why I’m asking. Trying to keep dad from having to do it for me, Even if I'm only 16 1/2 and female I’ll get it done my first HD
Thanks for any help
2007-10-03 11:39:37 · 9 answers · asked by TERRY H 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
The motor oil is independent . The trani and primary share gear oil.
The motor oil drains from a T-connector on the oil lines, in the general area of the kickstand pivot.
The trans/primary procedure is described in your other question.
2007-10-03 19:04:42 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
After the 1000 mile initial oil change, the book says every 5000 miles. But, I change mine every 2400 miles. Yes, I use up more oil than called for, and cost myself a few extra bucks in the process. BUT, I have NEVER lost a motor. Worn them out, yes. But never had a failure. Also, if storing the bike for winter, like we do here in Idaho, I change the oil/filter/primary and tranny fluid, add stabil to the full gas tank, run the bike for 20 minutes, hook up the battery tender and it's good to go. Then in spring, I change the fluids again before the riding season gets under way. I never have to worry about moisture etc. I'd rather pay out a few extra bucks for the oil, filter and fluids each year than drop 5 grand on a new motor. Besides, changing the oil and filter, and changing the fluids is relaxing and saves me a ton of money as well. Just be sure you use supplies that meet or exceed factory specs, keep a log in your manual of date and services done, then keep ALL receipts in a folder in the back of your manual. This protects your warranty and shows that you are doing the services required.
2016-04-07 02:28:47 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
20/50 motor oil for your crank case , and primery transmission and chain for your trans.
you'll need about 3 to 4 qts for the motor ,and 1 qt for the trans, just did the fliud changes on my 07 883
2007-10-04 03:43:26 · answer #3 · answered by dreynolds699 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is the same oil. (Edit: I take that back, I don't know Sportys that well).
I use the HD stuff in my Dyna.
I understand not wanting dad to do it for you, but let him help.
Dads like to help with things like that. Get the service manual for your bike. It will be the best money you spend.
2007-10-03 13:48:55 · answer #4 · answered by Firecracker . 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
let dad guide, u do the work. engine should be 20w50 for normal use. my bike takes sport-trans for the transmission. its a different weight oil in the transmission tho. i suggest u get the service manual for the bike; this will come in handy when it comes time to do a tranny adjustment, and major engine work.
also rap with other harley owners at this site: http://www.harleychatgroup.com
2007-10-03 14:00:03 · answer #5 · answered by forktail_devil 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello,,go to the Harley shop and buy the" bible" (owner's manual) You'll need this to know what you have to do for any repairs and the information about oil, spark plug heat ranges and tire sizes and pressures,and other very important mechanical adjustments. I used 50 wt. Harley racing oil in my 67 sporty. The same oil is used for tranny and engine. Don't fight the "dad" help. If he is an "old biker" let him have his glory ,but watch and learn from his experience. Don't buy cheap oil !! and keep your cap tight !!
2007-10-03 12:49:48 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
The long answer is you would probably do well to get a Service manual for it. If you plan on continueing to do your own work. The below site is helpful
2007-10-03 11:47:47 · answer #7 · answered by vladoviking 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AlHUMFjOQjloEHwivp0xNhkjzKIX;_ylv=3?qid=20070429100104AAFyAvU
tranny/primary and crankcase are sperate. Although you can use the same oil in each, you're better off going with 75w90 gear oil in the tranny. The tranny drain bolt is under the primary
2007-10-03 13:30:54 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
RTFM
2007-10-03 23:21:26 · answer #9 · answered by 51 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋