Aprilia SR GT 125 : Oil and Filter Change

600 miles on the clock so time for the first oil and filter change. In true Simon style it didn’t all go exactly to plan but I got there in the end and learnt some new tricks.

[@user-tu6dn2dj2f]

Just did my daughters SR GT 125 today , it was its first service also it was at 603 miles , its really easy to do all done and dusted in an hour , I used Castrol Scooter 4T 0-30 W , the part number for the oil filter is 82635R if anyone wants to order one from a dealer , the biggest pain is getting the oil filter out as it hits the exhaust , but once you remove the silencer the exhaust pipe moves enough to get the oil filter out , the oil filter I had on the bike had two protruding bits on the end of it , this allowed for a large flat head screw driver to be used to remove it , however the new one didn't , so that's been done up hand tight . .

[@kennethdownie8961]

Thanks for the excellent video. I have the 200 version and it is the same procedure. The access is a bit awkward and I burned my hand slightly on the hot exhaust. I managed to loosen the filter with the tips of my filter pliers and fitted a hex k & n to make the job easier next time.

[@scottishzoomer]

Glad you liked the video, thanks. I’ve a friend here in Scotland who has just bought the 200cc version of the bike, he’s loving it so far.

[@scootyman2974]

I am indeed loving it so far and find myself watching your video for info and a heads up on this job 👍

[@kennethdownie8961]

Hi Scootyman, funny enough I had a Honda Vision previously too. I decided I wanted an extra 10mph cruising, hence the Aprilia 200 purchase.

[@scootyman2974]

@@kennethdownie8961 thats pretty much the same for me Kenneth. I love the Vision and I’ve kept it for a winter bike when I’m taking it a little easier, but the 200 excels at that. Not a quick scooter in my opinion but it’s torquey and cruises nice at 50. It’s a keeper for sure.

[@fede8444]

Great video, thanks!!👍

[@ValterLoureiro]

hi there, nice job,greeting from Portugal. New one on it´s way.

[@scottishzoomer]

Hi, thanks very much, coincidently I’ve just flown home from my first ever visit to Portugal, a weeks holiday near the town of Carvoeiro. Had a very relaxing time, hope to be back soon.

[@no1-f7k]

I am lucky I guess have the 200 and a service is about $20 here in Vietnam. today i changed the gear oil as my dealer suggested to do so. Also here they change engine oil after first service every 3000km . I also replaced rear shocks with rcb and just had a YSS front fork kit huge difference in handling.

[@noyouthrewup]

Does the rcb rear shock handles well?

[@no1-f7k]

@@noyouthrewup Yes big difference very similar to yss in fact i say just as good. I just put the fork kit on by yss and that made huge difference to. Lot more responsive and doesn’t dive like it did.

[@noyouthrewup]

Great! Ohlins rear shock is way too expensive, might go with the rcb. And change front yss fork kit too. Thanks man!

[@no1-f7k]

@@noyouthrewup Both here and the Philippines RCB very popular. If you go that route make sure to check RCB videos how to set up as bit of trail and error involved to set right. Also easy to adjust for 2 up. Or different weights of riders. Lot better than stock which suck

[@MusicMath123]

So for oil check you must screw dipstick all the way in? Thats the opposite of other scooters and motorcycles.

[@markhague4533]

Hi mate Great video. You could have gone to any motorcycle retailer for the service as long as the retailer is vat registered and users genuine parts . if everything is not done by the book you've passably invalidated your warranty. Aprilia are very keen with this. I have a 125 sr gt sport . These a good chance

[@scottishzoomer]

Hi, glad you liked the video and of course you are quite correct regarding servicing/warranty but I enjoy doing jobs myself where I can, it’s all part of the fun of scooter ownership. Hope you are enjoying your SR GT, they’re great machines.

[@MrGreen-ew9ix]

For a small displacement scooter the oil filter is not necessary, just a pain and a profit gaining from aprilia...got bigger scoots without filter and works totally fine

[@deliverytheater]

Where can I buy an oil filter? How much does it cost?

[@scottishzoomer]

@@deliverytheater got mine on eBay UK for £17.99 www.ebay.co.uk/itm/363759930893?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=HIK01zwIR5a&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=-jSnAGAAR1u&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[@HowlingWolfLeather]

This is good stuff. I got quoted £200 for my first service, horrific!! Not a chance! I can easily do my first service myself, even if it might affect the warranty. Have you adjusted the valves yet? That’s the one thing I can’t find any information on.

[@scottishzoomer]

Thanks very much, oil and filter change is simple and that’s about it for the first service. I don’t think valve check is required until 5000 miles (I’d need to double check). Hopefully there will be info available by the time I reach that or I’ll just drop it into a local bike garage.

[@HowlingWolfLeather]

@@scottishzoomer how did you find the information on what oil filter to use? I can’t find any information in the manual or even google. Infact I can’t find much information at all about this bike when it comes to servicing.

[@scottishzoomer]

@@HowlingWolfLeather if I remember correctly one of the guys on the SR GT Owners Facebook group told me. It takes the same size filter of the Piaggio Liberty. There are alternatives to a genuine Piaggio filter but I went with that as I wanted to use the same things the dealer would have. I agree there is very little technical info on this bike, no sign of a service manual appearing yet.

[@brinch69]

You forgot to change the final drive oil ( the gearbox ) It's very important 😉

[@scottishzoomer]

😄 a wee bit early for that, according to the manual I don’t have to change until the 18.6k mile mark

[@no1-f7k]

@@scottishzoomer Yes i agree however the factory dealer here in Vietnam suggested to do early. I just changed mine at 2300km

[@user-sh4jq5hd6y]

Is there any difference with putoline oil? Smother more quet run?

[@scottishzoomer]

Not that I’ve noticed, it was the oil spec recommended for the first service so the one I used

[@maerec9303]

Why don't you use the sidestand to drain the oil?

[@abonin88]

Nice video! I have the 200cc sport edition. I love this bike! How did you reset the service interval?? Could you make a video about it?

[@scottishzoomer]

The sports models look great, none available in Scotland so I just went with the black/silver. Like you I love the bike. So this is how I’ve been told you reset the service interval (not actually done it yet): 1) Key OFF: hold down the SET button 2) Key ON: keep pressing the SET button 3) When the maintenance icon blinks release the SET button Apparently that is it. A video is a good idea, if I can set a camera up I’ll give it a go

[@abonin88]

Thank you man I appreciate that!!!

[@jorgecalvosanchez-cid7384]

Hola amigo escocés muy buen video.cuanto aceite le a entrado al motor 👍

[@scottishzoomer]

Hola, amigo español, me alegro de que hayas disfrutado del vídeo, llegué allí al final 😄 El motor toma 1,3 litros de aceite

[@jorgecalvosanchez-cid7384]

Gracias amigo eres el mejor😉

[@osachudy]

HELLO Czy w zbiorniku płynu chłodzącego jest zakręcany bo u mnie brak korka

[@scottishzoomer]

Cześć, jeśli masz na myśli główny filtr oleju w pojemniku, to tak, jest wkręcony

[@CedricPayet-y1o]

Douille 23 ou 24?

[@scottishzoomer]

@@CedricPayet-y1o 24

[@dragonfly301]

In how many kilometer you reccomend change oil ?

[@scottishzoomer]

According to the manual the first oil and filter change is to be done at 1000km, the next at 10’000km. I intend to do them more often than that but then I’m not a high mileage user. I’ll probably do another oil/filter change around 3000km

[@mizsur100]

Hello again, Please tell me what type of oil filter you use. Greeting

[@scottishzoomer]

This is the genuine Piaggio one I used, bought via eBay: www.ebay.co.uk/itm/363759930893?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=HIK01zwIR5a&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=-jSnAGAAR1u&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[@mizsur100]

@@scottishzoomer Thank you so much!

[@scottishzoomer]

@@mizsur100 No problem, happy to help

[@ClaudiuMada459]

Hi, where did you find the service manual? I have a aprilia tuono 125 and i don’t find the service manual.

[@scottishzoomer]

Hi, the basic information for oil and filter change is in the small owners manual that comes with the bike.

[@mizsur100]

Hello, Do you really have to remove the oil sump screw clockwise? Greeting

[@scottishzoomer]

Hello, all the items were removed by turning anti clockwise, maybe the video is a bit unclear, sorry for that

[@mizsur100]

@@scottishzoomer Thank you

[@cosminstraia]

16:35 checking the level is wrong, you don't need to thread the dipstick for verification, specify this in the manual

[@scottishzoomer]

Thanks for the advice, always appreciated 👍

[@sharifali1129]

What is the correct way?

[@zoltanszuromi8700]

Hi. Could you send me the link where you bought the oil filter?

[@scottishzoomer]

Hi, bought it on eBay, link below: www.ebay.co.uk/itm/363759930893?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=HIK01zwIR5a&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=-jSnAGAAR1u&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[@zoltanszuromi8700]

Thank you for your help!

[@captainmark1]

I’ve got the manual for this bike if anyone needs a copy I can email it to you 🎉

[@scottishzoomer]

Hi, thanks very much for the offer. I have a copy of a manual which is fairly extensive but does not cover panel removal. Just wondered if your copy includes this ?

[@captainmark1]

@@scottishzoomer I will look on this copy I have , but to be honest with you I’ve not seen much about panel removal 🤔