This video is about Changing Oil in a Yamaha Road Star
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@seang57573 жыл бұрын
Great, informative vid - very helpful to the shade tree mechanic. One note of caution: The author says several times that "you can use any oil you like" but it's critical to understand the type of oil going into a wet-clutch system like a RoadStar. The oil MUST be JASO-MA2 rated, and NOT have friction modifiers or an "Energy-Saving" star on the label. Not being JASO-MA2 rated and/or having friction modifiers in it will ruin your clutch friction plates and cause your clutch to slip. Fortunately, the author shows Mobil 1 V-Twin oil. This IS JASO-MA2 rated. Not all Mobil 1 oils are rated as such. Be an informed motorcycle owner, and your riding experience will be more enjoyable!
@Jadams19112 жыл бұрын
I agree
@tejedadude7 жыл бұрын
Finally somebody that is straight to the point, step by step and I can hear and understand every word and see where he is at on the bike, thanks James, love my 2001 1600!
@Jadams19117 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'm glad the video was helpful.
@chasewalters35196 жыл бұрын
Johnny jr what is the top speed you've gotten out of your 01?
@chasewalters35196 жыл бұрын
James Adams what bags are on that bike?
@tejedadude6 жыл бұрын
Hey Chase? I hit 100 every now and then, my last bike was a GSXR that could top out at 160. I had to get rid of it or probably die or have a shitload of tickets. My 1600 is solid as a rock at 100mph and that's really all I could want at age 54, haha!
@jackdaniel18486 жыл бұрын
Johnny jr I totally understand where you're coming from. I sold my R1 and Ninja 636 earlier this year in order to help put a down payment on a house. I always wanted a cruiser to go along with my sportbike and I just recently bought an 04 Road Star for cheap. I was pleasantly surprised at how quick and comfy the Road Star is. No buyers remorse is a relief and even though I'll eventually get another sportbike, I'm not necessarily missing them either.
@SharonJeffries6 жыл бұрын
Johnny jr , Exactly how I felt about James Adams videos. Straightforward and down to earth. No showboating from a real man willing to take time to teach and create nicely edited videos for those of us that need his knowledge and can't always afford to pay a professional, or don't want to wait until winter for an oil change. Thank you James Adams for sharing your knowledge and experience. I am guessing you have some good Karma coming your way!
@Jadams19116 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'm glad I could help out a road star rider
@Jadams1911 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind words. I'm happy that the video helped you. Ride Safe!
@jps2266 жыл бұрын
this is one of the best tutorials i've watched for anything. very quick and to the point with all the necessary info. changed mine for the first time with no issues. Thanks!
@Jadams19116 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'm glad the video was helpful
@melissatuano996 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the vid! Now I'm about to change my bf's oil on his Yamaha road star!
@Jadams19116 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! I'm sure you'll make his day!
@dkm5082 жыл бұрын
Melissa, you are a keeper!!!
@michaelgrimm76 Жыл бұрын
Great video. I haven't had a chance to ride in 3 years due to 3 knee surgeries so my bike just sat. This video made changing my oil for the first time by myself so easy. Now to figure out the brake fluid change and cleaning the carb.
@tracyboen34938 ай бұрын
Carb? Its fuel injected.
@tedturner52993 жыл бұрын
Watched this again a few years after the first time I saw it and re-bookmarked it. GREAT job!!!!
@bobbymedina2354 Жыл бұрын
Clear as water and easy as ABC … super simple and straightforward explaining, thanks mr. James ! I’ll Do it myself today and save a few bucks .
@HagersvilleHunk Жыл бұрын
Just welcomed a 03 Roady into my life a month or so ago and thinking she's gonna be my forever ride. Love this bike. And now not afaid to change my 710 or do minor mantenance watching your channel,thanks Adam. 😊
@mikeyg6631 Жыл бұрын
Ok cool the hand tight for the filter had me concerned because I did my own today and thank you for sharing the video. I followed your oil change step by step!!
@tinyman5206 жыл бұрын
Very well put together video. Easy straight forward instructions. Shows every detail. No nonsense talk with personal feelings or opinions. I thank you very much.
@Jadams19116 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@robincarter33973 жыл бұрын
James I just wanted to say thank you for the oil change video I have a Roadstar 1700 an it made it real easy thanks again R Carter. Wa
@jeffsteffen2115 жыл бұрын
Just changed the oil in 05 Road Star Piece of cake with the help of your video. Thanks for posting !
@patriotone6316 жыл бұрын
I'm really glad i came across your vids you helped me so much when i had to break down my carb for cleaning on my Road Star please keep the vids coming my man.
@richardyoung5714 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video, i have never changed oil on anything in my life ever, until today when I changed the oil on my.2002 yamaha nightstar. I really appreciate you for making this.
@anthonyaboitez56162 ай бұрын
Great video. I picked one up yesterday and it needs some love.
@ceejay58164 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the awesome step by step instructions. You made it look easy. I’ll be doing my first oil change this weekend. I’m so excited!!! 😁😁😁
@Jadams19114 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, I'm glad the video was helpful. Ride Safe!
@ceejay58164 жыл бұрын
James Adams ❤️❤️❤️ Thank you!!!! 🤗
@dno7024 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video . This is exactly how an instructional video should be ! Great job . Have a great day !!
@ralphvalkenhoff28873 жыл бұрын
No BS just get to the point and STFU lol.
@dhawk4235 Жыл бұрын
Just changed mine. Thank you!
@edwinkubena99446 жыл бұрын
Best video on this I’m a novice new Road Star owner self wrenching now confident thank you
@Mike351653 жыл бұрын
Great video, I wish I watched this video before doing oil change on my road star.
@kharlkapp11282 жыл бұрын
Legend! Followed it step by step! Thank you sir!👊🏼
@Santos-ek8md7 жыл бұрын
Great vid James. I'm just about to do my 2009 Roadstar. I'll be using Royal Purple w/K&N filter also. I liked your thoughts & procedure demo. Including the sped up parts, nice touch. Ride on!
@Jadams19117 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Ride Safe!
@bobbyprice11155 жыл бұрын
We have only had our 2002 Yamaha Road Star Silverado for a few weeks and I love your videos. Have you made a video on how to change the spark plugs I have not been able to find it if you have. Your videos are very easy to understand and follow. keep up the great work, thank you.
@Jadams19115 жыл бұрын
Thank you! No I haven't made a video of changing spark plugs yet. It's easy. First you have to remove the speedo guage then the gas tank. The plugs are under that
@TheYamahog122 жыл бұрын
It’s not hard but it’s a pain in the ass because you must remove the gas tank. But I’ve had the tank off a hundred times so it’s second nature now.
@beardedtexan76996 жыл бұрын
Just a good honest video, love the bike. Needed the information, thanks for putting it up on here.
@TexasTodd6 жыл бұрын
Great video sir! Hope you’re enjoying spring weather
@Daniel.DAgostino Жыл бұрын
Wonderful video. To the point and packed with useful information. Thanks!
@terryjackson92814 ай бұрын
Great video from Canada😁
@deathwrenchcustom5 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for making this video! I just have a couple comments. The .3 quart that you are leaving out is a fairly significant amount. Not with regard to oil pressure or engine lubrication, but because more volume allows for more cooling, and it also slows your breakdown that much more. That leads to my second comment. I'm not an oil expert, but you stressed the fact that the only difference between conventional oil and synthetic oil is that the synthetic doesn't break down as fast. From my understanding, that is only one of the benefits. Synthetic oil has a better flow rate. Not the same as viscosity. Basically, it gets into places more easily than conventional oil.
@Jadams19115 жыл бұрын
.3 of a quart is 9.3 ounces. Some people may not measure this out and over fill their engines. so just adding 4 quarts is much easier and running slightly lower on oil is better then having too much, I agree with your statement synthetic oil has a better viscosity and does flow better, but I felt it is better to let the rider decide on the oil they chose. I've ran both and never had any issues.
@deathwrenchcustom5 жыл бұрын
@@Jadams1911 - right on. Thanks again for the great video! I changed my oil today. Yay! :)
@embemor58725 ай бұрын
Thanks. Great video. Beautiful bike!!
@TheCnullery Жыл бұрын
Great video. Thank you. Now, where did you get those saddle bags and trunk box? Looking to upgrade mine and love those.
@phillbrown70594 ай бұрын
Perfect video and well explained thanks
@SteffenUnger Жыл бұрын
Thanks from Germany.
@craftoman10433 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video, going out now to change my oil!
@TheDinUK4 жыл бұрын
Excellent step by step instructions! Thanks !
@davidv6724 жыл бұрын
Liked and Subscribed! Great job in your approach, STRAIGHT FORWARD...Thank you.
@scottallen50156 жыл бұрын
This was a great and very basic and simply put. Thanks very much
@DeafJim2 жыл бұрын
Thanks James !
@theram87877 жыл бұрын
This also works for roadstar 1700. Thanks for the vid
@jamese3535 Жыл бұрын
!1I missed seeing where the oil level was before you reinserted the dipstick, after you added the new il. Great video anyways
@joehatfield8003 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video!!
@paulschimel35726 жыл бұрын
Thank you for doing the video. It was Helpful
@Jadams19116 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'm glad I could help
@rafinha7666 жыл бұрын
Que aceite debo usar hermano? Y ahí estas haciendo el cambio tambien a la transmision? Sorry no speak english. Y es el mejor video q e visto y nececito ayuda
@Jadams19116 жыл бұрын
Puede usar cualquier aceite que sea seguro para la motocicleta. Me alegro de que disfrutes el video.
@daver89585 ай бұрын
I may have missed it. Is the bike on its own stand the entire procedure?. I understand at least to tip the bike upright to check the dipstick
@mrdanny56 жыл бұрын
Great video. Much appreciated
@wolfslairDK5 жыл бұрын
Tnx for upload, it was a big help m8 👍😎👍
@mikeyg66313 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Can you also do the change on a jack stand?
@Jadams19113 жыл бұрын
Yes
@johnnynewburgh97454 ай бұрын
Great video thank you
@faustogalindo22434 жыл бұрын
Great this guys is a genius thank you
@deelzridesandadventrues3 жыл бұрын
John, thanks for the informative video. This is the second time I referred back to your video, its almost springtime and I've gotta change oil on the bike for this summer. I really like your touring trunk, give me information on what kind it is and what model it is so I can purchase one, I also like your HD saddlebags and thinking of getting a set for my Silverado.
@simplesizzle20774 жыл бұрын
Great video my man!
@2Big2Sexy5 жыл бұрын
Great video very helpful!👍
@russellgoverno5163 Жыл бұрын
awesome explanation
@chrisholliday81634 жыл бұрын
I know you did that video a while back but I love the exhaust sound ,what kind of pipes did you have on it?
@HomeOnTheRanges4 ай бұрын
Thank you sir!
@anthonymalburg87633 жыл бұрын
Where do you get the hard bags I want those exact kind for my 2004 Road star midnight star 1700
@ruggalblack66557 жыл бұрын
Could you make a video changing the drive belt please!!!
@UNICRON_19767 жыл бұрын
Great video. I am doing an oil change today on my 2007 Road Star. Bike sounds great. What kind of pipes do you have? Is your bike 1700cc like my 2007?
@Jadams19117 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you! The pipes were on the bike when I bought it. I'm not sure what they are, they kind of look like 3" hard chrome pipes but they have no name. My bike is a 2006 1700.
@jesusacovarrubias13905 жыл бұрын
Did your bike come with those hard saddles? Thanks for enlightening me on the oil change since I'm planning on purchasing my bike, soon.
@Jadams19115 жыл бұрын
No, my bike came with the soft saddlebags. I just replaced them with hard bags
@jamese3535 Жыл бұрын
@@Jadams1911 I have the 2002 Rodstar = where can I find bags like those. Great Video as well
@peeplessst4 жыл бұрын
Great video! Thank you! I have a 2004 Road Star. Where did you the hard bags? They look great on your bike.
@nrgmichael32243 жыл бұрын
I’d like to know also!
@offset24Ай бұрын
What year road star I have a 09 and my wife loves your passenger backrest by chance where did you get it I can’t find anything like that. Great vid, thanks.
@aztec989americanpitbullgla33 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@35blackoso Жыл бұрын
Great video ty
@anthonymalburg87633 жыл бұрын
I want mine to look just like yours!!
@denispesant65567 жыл бұрын
very good presentation , Thanks
@peeplessst3 жыл бұрын
Great instructional video! Hey where did you get them hard bags. Look good on your bike.
@carlosdelavega97714 жыл бұрын
thanks for the video ! i got it now
@Salty_reviews2 жыл бұрын
You sound like Rowdy Burns from Days of Thunder.
@bobcat23023 жыл бұрын
you have to use oil compatible with a wet clutch. I found out the hard way and used reg. syn. a few times and my clutch started slipping and had to be replaced.
@knowyuhgrow4203 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing 👍🏽 🇨🇦 💨
@georgegonzalez88183 жыл бұрын
Great job !!! Thank you
@andylafontaine80853 жыл бұрын
Great step by step vid. thx. What kind of pipes do you have on that bike?
@terrenceturner6812 күн бұрын
Thank you
@massoutdoors22215 жыл бұрын
Good video, quick question, do you need to replace drain plug gaskets on these? I just picked up a 2005 road star midnight and want to change all the fluids
@Jadams19115 жыл бұрын
You can. If it's not leaking then don't worry about it.
@lugnut67847 жыл бұрын
a Roadwing and ED Seat should be the first two mods on any Roadstar. then DO EBC HH pads front and rear and Prestone synthetic DOT 4 fluid. big difference for little $
@Jadams19117 жыл бұрын
I just pick up this 06 in last May and took it on a 7000 bike trip to California. I'm sure I'll be upgrading more parts.
@troytsk5 жыл бұрын
Thanks bud👍
@russbentley76773 жыл бұрын
All good info. Thanks
@peteraalto4663 Жыл бұрын
Thanks first time I did make a mess.
@mikemaifeld62806 жыл бұрын
I made blocks out of some 2x6 wood for under the frame and stand her up straight, then do what he does
@TheYamahog122 жыл бұрын
Same
@BalletNYBahiri6 жыл бұрын
thank you, simple as pie.
@Jodyrides10 ай бұрын
motorcycle oils have increased amounts of zinc and phosphorus to give the oil what is known as a higher film strength. Motorcycle transmissions subject oil to severe shearing… as the gears are Scraping against each other under power, they are sharing the oil like a pair of scissors. No place in an automobile or truck engine has this type of severe environment. You cannot use just any oil in a motorcycle engine since 1989 when oil changed at the request of the government to get more miles per gallon in cars.. Believe it or not, oil actually has friction, and thinner oils have less friction and give you higher gas mileage. So the government, oil, manufacturers, and car manufacturers go out together, and they came up with center oil for cars. To reduce friction, but these oils are not good for motorcycles that use one oil for the transmission and the engine. I mentioned this several times in my videos here on KZbin.
Just got a 2005 roadstar midnight with 1,341 miles on it. I went to change the oil, took the old one out, changed filter and when i start adding the oil it acts like is full. I start it up and it goes down. I can add like half a quarter very slow until is full again and i repeat the process. Is this normal? Thanks for the vid
@Jadams19116 жыл бұрын
Remember you have two drain plugs on the Road Star. One is under the engine, the other is under the oil tank. Once you drain both then replace the plugs and only add two quarts of oil to the oil tank that's under the seat, then start the bike and rev the engine 4 or 5 times, this will allow the oil to be sucked into the engine so you have room for the remaining two quarts of oil in the oil tank. It's normal that the oil goes down slowly, don't rush or you'll have a big mess to clean up. Lol I'm glad you enjoyed the video.
@parisifranco68795 жыл бұрын
Nice video thank you.
@BattleBoxThang5 жыл бұрын
Worked. 4qts...piece if cake
@roadsterman6 жыл бұрын
make sure the washer is on the drain plug!
@larissadin7 жыл бұрын
James, how much oil all together? 4 or 6 thank you Great video Just picked up 2003 Yamaha Road star Limited 9000 miles
@Jadams19117 жыл бұрын
When you change oil and filter, 4 qts is all you need.
@ntime20952 жыл бұрын
Mine takes 5 to get on the stick 🤷🏻♂️
@jacobparks63716 жыл бұрын
Isn't that oil too light for summer? I followed your video, and I have to say thank you! That plug placement is a pain. But I used the same exact oil and then realized it's the beginning of summer and I'm a little worried that I should've gotten something heavier
@Jadams19116 жыл бұрын
I'm using 20w 50. it's a good summer oil. You don't want to use anything any heavier.
@jacobparks63716 жыл бұрын
Right on, thanks for hitting me back
@ashtonmariefranklin7256 жыл бұрын
Dont forget to replace the drain plug crush washers
@TheYamahog122 жыл бұрын
I’ve never replaced them on my 2001 Roadie and still no leaks.
@Backyardsniper735 жыл бұрын
Great upload! What year is your bike? I was looking at a 2001 today with your same setup. It has over 40k on it though.
@Jadams19115 жыл бұрын
My bike is an 06, with 23,000 miles. I had an 02 with 60,000 miles and it ran great. .These bikes can go well over 100,000 miles as long as you maintain them. 40,000 is not bad miles for these bikes. Just check to see if the bike had the trans recall done, if not then the dealers will fix it for free.
@Backyardsniper735 жыл бұрын
@@Jadams1911 Thanks for the prompt reply. I think I'll ride up and see what they will give me for my trade on my 07 Star 650. They have the 01 stickers at 2995.
@michaelmcandrews8045 Жыл бұрын
What pipes do you have on your Roadstar? It sounds good
@cesarguerrero89546 ай бұрын
Buen dia una pregunta cuantos litros de aseite lleba el 1600 yamaha
@jimeckenrode12715 жыл бұрын
I recently bought one of these bikes and I read that when changing the oil drain the tank first then the engine. Not sure if that makes any difference or not but my question for you is. The owners manual says it takes 4.3 quarts with the filter change but a dry engine holds over 5 qts so apparently you do not get all the old oil out on a normal oil change. Do you know how to get the rest of the oil out ? The reason I am asking is the owners manual says do not change brands of oil you should use the same oil that was in it. I want to change to AMSOIL and Lucas was used by the previous owner.. Amsoil says it is ok to mix brands but extended oil changes are not recommended.
@Jadams19115 жыл бұрын
It doesn't matter which you drain first, oil tank or engine. Once they are both drained add 2 qt to the oil tank then start the bike, rev the engine a few times, this sucks the oil into the engine. turn the bike off and add the remaining 2 qts to the oil tank. Most of us just add 4 qt because it is simple. If you want to add the .3 you can measure out 9.6 ounces. To remove all the oil you would need to split the case, don't worry about mixing oils it will be fine.
@jimeckenrode12715 жыл бұрын
@@Jadams1911 thank you James. I am not splitting cases for any reason. I guess that little bit can stay in there.
@jimbocove51556 жыл бұрын
Great Video do you do any repair videos i have a 2002 xv 1600 Roadstar and have Started Spin for the second time, is there a fix you know of if so would be nice to see. Thanks WHIPLASH
@Jadams19116 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Sorry I don't have any videos of the starter. This is a common issue but I haven't run into it with my bike so far.
@oliverf.54793 жыл бұрын
The complete Oil Change on the Side stand ? Does not the machine also have to stand upright ?
@Jadams19113 жыл бұрын
I placed a brick under the kickstand
@13TECLADO2 ай бұрын
yamaha road star silverado 1700 oil 5L?
@Jadams19112 ай бұрын
4.3 quarts is equal to about 4.07 liters
@lugnut67847 жыл бұрын
Looks like someone got an ED Big Touring Rider seat?? Need a Roadwing to compliment that seat!
@Jadams19117 жыл бұрын
Lol Yeah I love my ED Big Touring seat. I took my bike to California last May, it was a 7000 mile ride and the seat was awesome. I've seen some of the fellas switching to the Roadwing. They say it makes a big difference in the ride.
@williamhughes16312 жыл бұрын
Which way does the engine drain plug turn to come off, clockwise or counter clockwise ?
@Jadams19112 жыл бұрын
Lefty loosey, Righty tighty
@rickguerra87302 жыл бұрын
What hard bags do you have installed on your bike sir