DOC HARLEY: OIL CHANGE TIP

Service Clinic at Low Country Harley-Davidson with Doc Harley. Here he gives a tip on changing your motorcycles oil.

[@Chainsaw2373]

Doc I am an old mechanic “retired” but I don’t have a 5” wrench. Just poking you a little bit and I love your videos.

[@willjones4630]

Been working on engines for 20+ years but every time I see one of his videos I learn something new.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

I am honored you would take the time to watch our videos...Doc

[@DE-gb3wq]

That’s a great oil change tip. I’ll do that, thank you. Another one I heard is when you’re changing the primary oil, take the derby cover off first then drain the oil. That way if something goes wrong and you can’t get the derby cover off you still have oil in the primary till you can fix the problem.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for sharing...Doc

[@steventwiddy3402]

Doc you need to walk out on the sales floor and grab one of those HD $29.00 drain pans and charge it to the store, I hated spending that much on it but I sure do love the low profile and the 2 recessions to put your drain plugs

[@serderek4411]

I'm not English speaking person, but thank you for your clear and easy English. So I understood everything. Thanks for your job.

[@tim285401]

Thanks Doc, I thought you were gonna just say what everyone knows about removing the oil cap to increase the flow. But you schooled me on the breather flap thing.....keep doing what you doing. If I'm ever in in Charleston , I will say thanks in person

[@markJaggi]

Agreed. I rolled my eyes until he mentioned the breather. Then I thought damn that's a good tip!

[@piotrgorynski1810]

tim285401 so do I :-) Doc Harley is best Harley guy 😍

[@manuelmunoz1104]

I'm gonna have look out for that tip Thank You Doc

[@zazarays]

i thought it was going to be retarded too.

[@BlownC52000]

He should be a radio personality with that voice lol

[@theimmortalsleazus8057]

Probably is

[@MiguelGonzalez-wp6ow]

Yes I’m sorry but

[@Hhhhhgggihgdd]

I've never used Teflon tape on any of my plugs or friends plugs and never had a problem . But I always change the o-ring.

[@nateand3]

@@Hhhhhgggihgdd I've seen several videos where they suggest changing the o-ring plus using a dab of teflon paste. Never heard teflon tape tho. Just a back up, i guess, in case you pinch the o-ring unknowingly.

[@Hhhhhgggihgdd]

@@nateand3yeah . I suppose extra precaution

[@dsruddell]

takes a 5inch wrench huh?

[@andreronda6700]

Tip of the year, you deserve a Statue Doc Harley😉

[@Patrickjohnphotography]

LowCountryHarley and Doc harley, Thank you. Thank yo ufor not saying the job should only be done at the harley shop. Allowing your customers to feel in control will lead to higher harley sales. The tip was eye opening and valuable. Please keep posting and you will see an increase to your bottom line.

[@billgonzales8978]

F u f

[@110americalovingpatriot2]

If you don't know that taking your oil cap off will make the oil drain out will make your oil come out a lot faster then you shouldn't be changing your oil. But I will say I just changed the oil in my street glide last night 57k and when I've took the drain plug out probably the last 2 oil changes I thought it was weird that the oil ran out fast even though my cap was still on or in. Which this explains all the oil in my breather... Thanks for the much needed tip I didn't know I needed.. learn something new every day.

[@ozziejim8472]

I've watched about 10 of these in a row. This dude's the best I reckon.

[@lancewhite2337]

You the man,ive raced bikes ,3 wheelers,ect.i just bought a 1979 shovel head chopper with a 5ft. rake and ive found out forget all about any other motorcycles because this bike is a whole new world,ive had to start at step 1 and learn my way through everything with an open mind,guys like you make guys like me lives a whole lot easier and i thank you so much,

[@medcook57]

Great tip, none of the other so called harley mechanics have ever mentioned that tip Thank you

[@mikemattiza7019]

Good insight Doc. Had not thought of checking how the oil drained before loosening the filler plug. I had had issues in the past on a 2009 FLHTCU with excess oil in the air cleaner. Had the breathers changed. Still did what I thought was excess. Never got that resolved, but don't have that bike anymore. The other thing I noticed in your video was the drain pan. Did not look like it was going to hold all the oil that it was going to drain. Didn't see the pan toward the end of the video. Thank you for your videos. You pass on good insight.

[@dougfresh1341]

Great video. Concise and informative. You will make customers feel confident in having their bike serviced by your dealership when they can't or don't want to do it themselves. Keep it up!

[@jackfallat9516]

EXCELLENT video, very informative, didn't know about the flapthing in the air filter. THANKS DOC !

[@christopherblackwell4796]

Great knowledge to know .Thanks for the info that gives me a better understanding and for sure tells me why I should keep my oil changes updated. Thanks again

[@hectorgomez9527]

Thank you, I was wondering why my oil didn't drain all the way. Thought it was done. Put the drain plug back. Added 2 quarts and it over filled. That was impossible!. Seems like it didn't drain all of it. But there was no dripping. That's why I put the drain plug back on. Thinking all the oil came out. Those breathers you mentioned the reason it didn't drain. Now I know why. Thank you for that tip. I'll watch for that next time. Thanks

[@ray_pilot6707]

great tip. Never would have known that. And an easy check. Should have shown how easy/hard it is to change those breathers.

[@aaronblakeley9442]

Who knew that a radio guy could be such a good mechanic??? Outstanding!

[@rickurt1]

Great tip, thanks. I've never heard this tip before. Good to know.

[@alenaniznanska5228]

Thanks for the tip. You should inform the people at HD who write the Owner's Manual: 1. heat engine. 2. remove oil filler plug/dipstick. 3. remove oil drain plug. 4 - 10 continues.

[@philking8855]

after 30 yrs of Not riding...bought a new 2018 Ultra limited...a few weeks ago....now it's time to learn a few things about this bike...great info...thanks Doc

[@davids8449]

When I am changing my oil I always do something as I am waiting for the oil to drain. Have a nice cup of tea

[@gjoniny]

I'm new to Harley and bought my favorite one (Road King) I've learned so much from you Doc. Thanks a million

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Welcome aboard thanks for tuning in....Doc

[@scottrmclaughlin3495]

Ty~ Doc. Haven’t been doing that with my road glide/A great tip..! 🏁

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thank you for watching...Doc

[@brianlevan339]

Thanks Doc ! Learned something new again.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Glad to hear it....Doc

[@Knuckledragnation]

Doc you da man. I spent many years in the U.S. Military and afterwards in the aircraft maintenance field. The “It’s good enough for the government” has never actually been around aircraft maintenance. Anyways my point is that I must say that your professionalism is impeccable. Especially your attention to detail. You treat each bike like it’s your own with safety in mind always. I dig that. As motorcyclist we are doing something that’s risky already, probably even more risky than flying, so there is no need to cut corners, do something half a$$ or not up to par. You my friend do none of those things. Trust me my first bike was a 49 Pan, Rigid, Suicide and boy did I ride by the seat of my pants and work on the bike similarly. Not anymore. Thanks for your videos. They allow a novice motorcycle mechanic like myself to learn and take after a true professional. ✌🏽🇺🇸🙏

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Sir thank you for your service so I could ride. Thank you for your kind words…Doc

[@Knuckledragnation]

@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Thank you as well, Doc. May I ask if your father is still around? I've heard you mention him numerous times in your videos. I can only imagine he had such a positive influence on you and how you approach things today. Thanks again.

[@jperuffo9585]

DOC is the man. So informative and eye opening with tips and information i wouldn't have known otherwise

[@roryolson61]

Just did my change and thanks for this tip. I am now certain my breathers are working properly. If I might add I used a inch pound torque wrench and did the math. So 17 ft lbs x 12= 204 inch pounds. One doesn't need 2 wrenches. Thanks again Doc!

[@jcteam745]

Thank you!

[@harleydriverpdtnm4935]

This video was EXTREMELY HELPFUL! Thanks Doc!

[@megwell]

never thought about the air cleaner when doing an oil change but great tip !

[@RogueA100]

Excellent tech tip. Thought I knew all on changing the oil in my Deluxe but I never knew this. Thanks very much!!

[@pieceworkstudios]

Great tip Doc. Just subbed after watching a few helpful videos

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for watching....Doc

[@volunteerpatriot2143]

Always wondered why my oil gushed at first and the dribbled out. Never knew that about the breathers and the oil dipstick. Good stuff Doc.

[@billgonzales8978]

its normal its a harley

[@georgesanchez9971]

Thank you, Doc for an excellent video! I want to let you know that your videos do help us and we are grateful for sharing this great information.

[@bigwheels7660]

Excellent tip and explanation - thank you. Changed my rocker-boxes last winter and came across the valve system and the o-rings associated to them in the process. Both O-rings were gone in the old boxes (lower) 2010 FXDF.

[@coachtuiaki6]

That’s really useful insight. I noticed oil on the outside covers of my push rods. I thought there was a leak in the push rod tube, but it was oil coming from my air filter.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for watching Coach. One of our first videos…..Doc

[@OregonMark65]

One of the best tips I've seen. Thanks for schooling me!

[@juanguerrero9922]

you are absolutely right my filter always oily, for someone reason I had an old and new breather, we replace both and problem solved thanks doc!

[@premswarooppaul1109]

Superb information on oil changes on HD bikes. Thanks and best regards from India.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for watching...Doc

[@CCKent-cd9vd]

Hey Doc, You Rock and are the Harley Doc from trick to stock, So if your in need of a Doc, Not just any Doc, but a Harley Doc, Who knows how to roll & rock those sockets, To tune and adjust those Harley sprockets, So sit right back and enjoy the ride, Cause your watching and rocking, With the one, and only only one, Harley Doc, From where, well from only one plane, Old Low County Harley of course! Thanks Doc!

[@ToddEdmondson]

Thank you. I have a crankcase breather setup with the braided line going to a separate filter back toward the rear of the frame. I will take a look at all that this weekend. Good Tip.

[@MarkAmazingo]

Great info Doc. I definitely learned something new.

[@7316bobe]

Hi Mark you definitely learned something new. Now Doc will teach you how to use toilet paper.

[@scottthornton9237]

Oh how i wish that i had seen this video last week! But now I know. Thanks for the tip! Please keep them coming! My first view of your channel and sir, You have earned a new subscriber. Again, Thank you for posting this.

[@douglasbaker5949]

I bypassed that and ran hoses to a brass y then down to a filter. No more dirty oil into my intake.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Well done Douglas….Doc

[@garyleemccoy5428]

My 107 cu inch is sending lots of oil to the air filter. Was wondering what the issue could be. Thanks man.

[@petertspock]

Timely information, I am going to change oil for an older friend's Harley next week. I myself never owned a Harley in my 48 years of bike riding. Maybe I should get one.

[@decadantdog4444]

Get a 48!

[@JAXTRUX]

Very good Doc thanks for that one - mines fine I see, great info,,,,

[@jeffhennings6579]

Awesome tip thanks no one has ever said this

[@Pitseolak1]

Everything about this video is awesome. Thank you Doc!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Glad you liked it!..Doc

[@gusvolachi1611]

run it through a coffee filter and check for metal any pieces off you cam chain tensioners on the pre 2008 models if necessary

[@mikeb46]

Clever. My 2000 wide glide is due for oil change at 85,000 and I'll be sure to do that little check up item. I have ran only Amsoil since the second oil change. I recently checked the cam tensioners and they are half worn down. I will be replacing them just for safetys sake. I'm hoping the synthetic is good for the breather elastic as well. I will try to remember to get back here and let you know what I found.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

All knowledge is welcomed...Doc

[@Gakk13]

Thanks for the tip Doc but do I have those flapper type breathers in the heads of my 1997 big twin evo?

[@jasonbellis9128]

Good tip... I've been struggling with this blow-by problem. Every time I ride hard there's oil on my case below the air filter. Running 20w-50 at half-filled, and it's still a major problem.

[@jayonez137]

I run my dipstick 1/3 up from the bottom every time on my 14’ street glide. Never had an issue with oil in my intake

[@deerharvester7355]

Loving these helpful tips! Thanks Doc

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Glad you like them…..Doc

[@TheHighestGodisGood]

Thanks for the tech tips, Doc Harley! I subscribed.

[@gmctrk63]

Just earned a sub for that tip. I never thought about that.

[@jamesvince1375]

Thanks for the tip,I will check mine today

[@brandot.7466]

Hi Doc , I have a few Harley’s that I drive about 500 miles a year. I know it’s recommended to change engine oil once a year but draining gold new oil seems like a waste can you give me your opinion how I should handle this. Thanks for all the great videos your the best !!!!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Depending where you live. If your mileage is that low and the oil looks that good. I suggest you change oil every spring at the start of riding season. While in storage over the winter condensation can form inside the motor and drip into oil. This oil must be removed after getting the bike up to operating temp...Doc

[@ralphmatta3853]

Hello doc I have a 2011 Honda shadow 750 RS I change my own oil an never noticed this next time I’ll pay more attention does this motorcycle has the oil separator also or just Harleys thank you I appreciate your videos great tech tips

[@mr.grillo3385]

New rider here. GREAT information. Thank you Doc!!!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Welcome to our videos…..Doc

[@fowyb]

@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Truly impressed that you answer questions 5 years and more down the track. Kudos, sir.

[@thomasowens6041]

Good to know. I'll check when I change my oil this weekend. Thanks

[@petertaylor2148]

That is a very good tip.. Thanks Now my tip of the day is .. Be kind to your mother.. Or if you don't have one ... be kind to someone else's mother !! Ok 😀👍

[@wouterbergakker5093]

Nice tip,keep em coming.Thank you!

[@dannynance2456]

Thanks for the tip Doc. I learned something today.

[@dannyboy9784]

Great tip DOC, is there a video to change these oil breathers?

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

No. See your local dealer or follow you genuine H-D Service Manual. Thanks ~ Doc

[@ericwunschel7850]

Thanks Doc! You've solved a problem I've been experiencing.

[@DIZEMANPHOTO]

Teflon on oil plug... Teflon tape or paste? Thanks for all of your help, you have made owning a Harley much easier and less costly.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Either is good. What ever you can afford and work with. Tape and I never wound the right way…..Doc

[@mannersdmd]

Oh My, He is so detail explanation, repeat the points we have to remember. Thank you so much.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Glad it was helpful......Doc

[@FJB24586]

Great video. Very helpful!

[@dansklenicka8403]

Man what a great tip ! Thanks

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for tuning in..Doc

[@Johnr37us]

Thank you for the tech tip. It’s very useful.

[@michiganborn8303]

Just now subscribed. I think it was this video that was the trigger puller for me.

[@DaveMarkovich]

You've becoming my favorite video channel to watch on YT and I don't even own a Harley Davidson. Well, not yet, at least.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

We look forward to that day. Until then thanks for watching….Doc

[@DaveMarkovich]

@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Thank you for that wish haha. Hope it comes sooner than later! Since I'm here, and since you clearly are The DOC HARLEY himself... I hope it's OK that I'm asking - There's a 2007 Dyna Super Glide I am looking into buying. I was wondering if there are any particular issues that are familiar with this model? Or things I should look specifically when checking the vehicle? Thank you so much in advance!

[@TRAFFICSTOP-bg8hj]

DOC, You're the King. Absolutely incredible knowledge given video after video. Legend.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Wow, thanks. I appreciate your support…Doc

[@srhintz]

I think you can leave your plumber's tape in the old wooden toolbox. The o-rings on the modern engines can handle sealing the plug now.

[@bighensdog74]

I just bought that bike on the cheap from a family friend. Same paint, that's how I knew. I'm not saying that exact bike, but that make and model.

[@c63blackseries63]

Great tip! Thanks for sharing with us!

[@John-ob7dh]

Makes sense .I remember i loaned a trolley jack to a ypung guy who wanted to put new brake pads in his car .i was gone prob 2 hours .When i came back he said i cant push the pistons back to fit the new ( obviously ) thicker pads .i took a look and realised he had not taken the cap off the brake fluid reservoir .lol

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

The old stories teach so much….Doc

[@rickcutshaw5123]

Please do a video on cleaning aluminum mag wheels. Thanks

[@mhough3]

Perfect tech tip! I didn’t know the breathers existed.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Thanks for watching Stephanie…..Doc

[@jamiebassell9225]

My 05 Road King spit oil all the time when I rock on it. Wasn't sure what caused it. Thought it had blow by on the cylinders. Thank you. Awesome tip

[@luisangelpandemonium]

Fantastic tip !!!! Thanks Doc .....

[@joelj1925]

Wow! Great (and simple) tip!!! Thanks!!

[@tonysemo2917]

So many useful tips. Thanks doc

[@billbright1755]

Pretty slick operator with and oily voice.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

😆…..Doc

[@phdzzz]

Great tip Doc, thanks👍👍

[@matthewmurphy56]

Thx Doc ..I'll be doing this tomorrow on the King

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Long live the King….Doc

[@johnrussell3196]

That's a great tip. Thanks Doc

[@whiteribbonman1]

Thumbs-Up #2.9K-PLUS I am, Friday morn 28 June 2019! I recently (finally) found and bought my first Sportster, an 883, and I watch it drain the entire time to check the color of the oil. Life, or at least MY life, became instantly better once knowing I FINALLY have my own personal Sportster! Thank You, for your tech tips.

[@shaunkane1034]

Thanks for the tip Doc Harley..

[@nobodysreview6137]

Great video. Are the breathers easy 2 change?

[@thanosetsitty1896]

Thank you doc. Thank you very much for your knowledge.

[@The1s2a3r]

Thanx Doc Iam about to do just that. Keep up the great tips I luv them.

[@billlindsey411]

Great info! Thanks, Doc!

[@Justjack613]

Wow. What a great lesson.

[@manuelmelchizedek4309]

Awesome mechanic doc Harley

[@allenmorris2661]

THANK YOU for that tip! 👍

[@oriordan51]

great video may l add .l always check my oil level before I drop it so I know exactly what I put back in

[@michaelscott356]

Yeah, but you're forgetting about the quart your bike BURNED before you checked the oil... after you filled it last time. Just RTFM, will ya!

[@tomb.8485]

I think that is a good idea. It can never hurt.