DRZ 400 Oil Change -The Secret Filter You Need to Know About.

Step by step , filmed up close , in great detail with instructional narration you need to know , including relevant part numbers and torque settings .Always refer to the manufacturers shop manual for all recommended settings and specifications .This video is for general knowledge and entertainment only . I am not a professional mechanic and offer my opinions and advice based on years of learning the hard way and asking those who know the right way .The main goal is to always " Try'an Learn ".

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

If its time to winterize your bike check out this video to get it done fast and easy kzbin.info/www/bejne/npmvZJ-cl7OfbLM

[@eriii276]

Hey there! What a great video! Would it be possible to get the inner and outer diameters of the washers and seals you replaced? The original parts are so hard to get in some countries. Would really save me (and im sure some more people) a lot of time and potentially even money.

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

@@eriii276 Hi Eriii276 Thanks very much .Glad you enjoyed the video . I dont have those parts in hand to get the dimensions on but will try when I get a chance .One trick you can sometimes have success with is using the crush washers that come with new spark plugs . They surprisingly fit many drain plugs . I have used them in a pinch when nothing else as available . Thanks again I will try and find the O ring dimensions asap .Cheers

[@eriii276]

@@TRyanLearnBikes that is very nice of you. :) And thanks for the tip!

[@eriii276]

Any updates yet? :)

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

@eriii276 sorry nothing yet ..slipped my mind. I'll see if I can source that information for you when I get a chance

[@futureboy40]

Every how to video should be as great as this. Simple, to the point, no annoying requests for following.

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hi David ,huge thank you for taking the time to comment so kindly .You are the first person to ever mention that I never ask for likes or subs. I truly appreciate that you noticed . Cheers to you good sir,you made my day .Thank you.

[@matbowman3818]

That is without doubt one of the best, and most professional, videos I've ever seen on an oil and filter change on a motorbike. Accurate, informative, succinct, part numbers, torque specs, no "umms" or "aaahhs", great camera work, cant be faulted! Superb!

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey Mat I have to thank you very much for such an extremely kind comment. I genuinely appreciate the fact that you took the time to write a great review like that .You made my day .Cheers to you good sir 🍻

[@GuidoFedele1982]

This is the best tutorial video I’ve ever seen! I absolutely love the detail and the fact you’ve put part numbers for everything. Hats off to you Sir👌👌👌

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey Guido ,thank you very much for your kind comment. Cheers my friend 🍻

[@keithwashman3023]

Yes, what he said ! Great video ! Thanks !

[@Merc399]

my favorite tutorial ever hands down. this is the video ill recommend to people from now on. 24 minutes in 5 and a half with nothing missed and some things hit more clearly than most videos. freaking nailed it dude

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey Merc399 , I must thank you for leaving me such a great comment, I genuinely appreciate you watching and actually taking the time to respond so kindly. Cheers 🍻

[@SaltyBob355]

💯 very thorough!

[@maxwell9734]

Best oil change video I've ever seen! Excellent job! Clear and concise. 👍

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hi Max Well ,thanks very much good sir .Comments like yours truly make my day Cheers 🍻

[@DanielMacphail-rx3gk]

This is the most perfect how to video i have ever seen! Amazing job!

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey Daniel, I have to thank you for leaving me such a great comment to read first thing this morning. You made my day .Cheers to you good sir 🍻

[@Commoncents1000]

Wow, yep, best tutorial I have seen yet on YT. Quick, clear, lots of detail, boom. Thank you for taking the time to make the vid!

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey Mark I have to thank you for watching and taking the time to leave me one of the kindest comments I've ever received. I genuinely appreciate it .Cheers to you my friend 🍻

[@gregorylawson3189]

Best DRZ400 oil change tutorial on KZbin. Well done!

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Thank you very much .I really appreciate your kind comment. What a great way to start the day ,thank you .

[@robertkirkland6166]

Excellent spot on tutorial ! Step by step , Well Done !

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hi Robert, thanks in a big way .What a great comment to wake up to on a fine Sunday morning. You made my day with this one .Cheers to you good sir 🍺

[@AxisDSTC]

Thank you for the time you put into this video. It will be great when I decide to change the oil later this summer.

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

My pleasure ,I'm glad this video will help in some way .Thanks very much for taking the time to comment so positively .Cheers 🍺

[@linksgarage1985]

Just stumbled on this channel. I make DRZ content also. I was planing on making this video. But I don’t have to now. You covered it excellently. Subbed! 💪🏼

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Oh man ... Thanks very much I really appreciate the kind words ..Also the sub ...right back at you my friend...cheers

[@MaxwellBenson80]

The sound effects are fantastic!!

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey Maxwell ,thanks very much for mentioning the sound effects .Cheers

[@Macbruber]

The sound effects make this so satisfying

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey thanks very much, Macbruber ,it's great that you noticed the extra effort and actually enjoyed it .I really appreciate you taking the time to watch and leave such a great comment. Cheers 🍻

[@pacowrapz]

Amazing video and tutorial ...you should think about doing more vehicles or procedures . Amazing

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey thank you so much .What a super nice comment. You raise an interesting point.It might be a good idea to try similar videos on different machines. I will definitely give it a try .Thanks

[@damienhumpherys8938]

Best oil change video for these drz’s!!!! Didnt miss a single step!!!

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Thanks very much, Damien .That's super kind of you to say. I genuinely appreciate you taking the time to watch and leave such a positive comment. Cheers to you, good sir 🍻

[@rolandkeith5322]

Quality work man indeed, it looks like I have shown you well with the editing skills......lol ...... Dam good video on a How to buddy and unlike so many how to videos this one everyone can see every part of what you are doing. As no doubt this is the intension. So many how to video's or install videos are made with the camera placed in the corner of the work space or sitting up on a cupboard 2 miles away an what someone is trying to show can't be seen however you have put the cam right in close up view of all of the stages and have made the process crystal clear for a blind person...... Love it and well done buddy...keep safe.

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey Roland , many thanks for your always kind comments . I really appreciate that you noticed the effort taken to get up close muti angled views on every aspect of the job.As you know it makes things so much easier when you can actually see what is trying to be conveyed . And yes,no joke , I most certainly have learned heaps from your editing techniques as well , you have a great style that is tough to copy . Seriously, I scrutinize every frame of your videos to try and figure out how you shoot and edit certain scenes .Cheers my friend, be safe ,ride safe

[@sewkingwet]

best drz oil video yet, nice job!

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey thank you very much for the kind words. I really appreciate you taking the time to watch and leave such a great comment. Cheers 🍻

[@HaxNotice]

Amazing detail for everything. Concise and well spoken. You are a great teacher.

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hi Hax ,I really appreciate your kind positive comments .You made my day .Cheers

[@danielgardzina6982]

best drz content ive seen by far, thanks boss

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey Daniel thank you very much man .I really appreciate the kind feedback .Cheers to you good sir .

[@Jarvisbiker]

Another information packed video from TRLB, awesome job my friend !!!! ....................................................JB..

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Well thanks very much for the great comment J.B .Cheers to you my friend !

[@Villana400sm]

Absolute best video ever! Thank you!

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Thanks very much Pucci ,I'm glad you enjoyed it .Cheers

[@theRealEstate411]

Excellent video, thanks!

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey Real Estate 411,Thank you very much for taking the time to send me such a kind comment. Cheers 🍻

[@MrShrimpy72]

Excellent video. Thank you.

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Glad to have had the privilege of helping you out in some small way .Thank you very much for watching and taking the time to comment so kindly. Cheers 🍻

[@boondocksoverlandandoutdoors]

Just got a DRZ400sm this video was awesome, simple straight to the point and informative! Thanks man! Safe riding 👊🏽

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Thanks very much for your kind comments. I genuinely appreciate it. Glad to have been able to help you out. Cheers 🍻

[@OlBlueshound]

Excellent how to video thanks. What a great bike as well. Good on you for posting this cheers

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey, thanks very much .I really appreciate that you took the time to comment back with such a positive message. Cheers to you good sir 🍻

[@scottpaxton6832]

Like everyone has said, absolute great job!!! You were made for this sort of thing.

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey Scott ,thats a really nice comment to wake up to .Thanks very much .Cheers

[@drewt.4353]

Awesome, comprehensive video.

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Thanks Drew I appreciate your kind comment. Cheers 🍻

[@QuoteMinute]

Great tutorial!

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Thanks very much .I appreciate you watching and taking the time to leave such a great comment .Cheers

[@waynefountain5455]

Great Instructional video !

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hi Wayne, thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. Cheers 🍻

[@RodKrisBisdakMotovlog]

This pretty cool well presented on how to do it bro. A great information on it. Keep up the good work and more vidz to come my friend.

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey RodKris thank you very much for watching and taking the time to comment so kindly. Cheers my friend. 🍻

[@RodKrisBisdakMotovlog]

@@TRyanLearnBikes I already hit the red my friend with the Bell. Stay Safe and healthy always brother. 🙏😊👊❤️

[@ShadowVonChadwick]

Nicely presented. 👍

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Very much appreciate the kind words. Cheers to you good sir .

[@Srt597]

Great vid my guy!

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey man thanks very much .Thats super nice of you to say .You made my day .Cheers to you, good sir 🍺

[@twsnow81]

Excellent video

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Thanks very much, glad you enjoyed it. Cheers 🍻

[@user-fk2mp5xh4s]

Great quality video, and informative.

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Thank you very much for such a great comment .I appreciate you taking the time to let me know .Cheers🍺

[@CHUY-DRZ400s]

Thank you. Great knowledge.

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

My pleasure, Glad to help in any way I can .Thank you for taking the time to comment so positively.. Cheers 🍻

[@kevinficzere3826]

Best vid on the net. Thx!

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey Kevin thanks very much for such a great comment .Cheers my friend 🍻

[@MichelBakhos]

Damn !!! Best tutorial 🎉

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey Michel thank you very much for your kind comment .Cheers to you good sir .

[@GreaseAndGravel]

Wow, great production!! A lot of effort must go into these vids. Keep it up!

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Thank you very much .I appreciate you watching and actually taking the time to comment .After seeing your channel ,your comments carry a lot more weight because you really do understand how much time and effort it takes to put videos together. Your content is excellent and your on camera presence is genuine .Thanks again for the words of encouragement .Cheers to you good sir .

[@GreaseAndGravel]

Thanks, @@TRyanLearnBikes I really appreciate your kinds words. It is great to hear from a fellow biker and content creator. You are right, not many people understand the time and effort it takes to film and edit yourself. Keep up the good work and stay well!

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

@@GreaseAndGravel Cheers 🍻

[@billbkr32ify]

Any bike with a sump oil system built into the frame has that filter. Read your owners manual and never leave yourself guessing. They make them for a reason.

[@AbeedBasheer]

A great information on it.

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Thanks very much , I really appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment .Cheers

[@user-uq4ey7kx1f]

Excelente video 👌

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey thanks man .That's very kind of you to say .I appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment so positively. Cheers 🍻

[@billjohnson4626]

great info, thanks

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

My pleasure Bill .Thanks for taking the time to leave a great comment .Cheers

[@cmdeeqtee7057]

EXCELLENT video

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Thank you very much I really appreciate your positive feedback. Cheers 🍻

[@joshwatts6287]

Thank You Sir!!! Perfect Video

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

My pleasure. I'm glad to have been able to help .Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment so kindly. Cheers to you good sir 🍺

[@joshwatts6287]

@@TRyanLearnBikes As to you buddy 🍻

[@paulthompson8613]

Thanks T Ryan

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

You're welcome. Cheers 🍻

[@michelnieto5638]

Excellent, merci beaucoup!!!

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Thank you very much, Michel. I appreciate your kind words .Cheers 🍻

[@michaelprivitera6019]

Yo awesome video bro fr

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey Michael thank you very much .I appreciate your kind comment. Cheers 🍻

[@Supermankev2001]

These are the best videos do the work and explain it all if it was only that easy LOL.

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

You said it mate ,,,, if only it was that easy .Cheers my friend .

[@Welpbikeitis]

Telling people about the crush washer is major lol my first bike oil change I didn't know and couldn't understand the small drip

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Heck ya, it's a small detail that can make a big difference in a proper oil change job .Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Cheers 🍻

[@rosarioroberto5823]

Fantastic, thanks for sharing 🇺🇲🎉🍾🇺🇲

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

@rosarioroberto5823 My pleasure. Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment so kindly. I genuinely appreciate it .Cheers 🥃

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

@rosarioroberto5823 My pleasure .Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment so kindly. I truly appreciate it .Cheers 🙏

[@tonymarchant9083]

Good vid 👍👍👍👍

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey Tony ,Thanks very much for the great comment and subbscribing too. I really appreciate it. Cheers !

[@steveo555234]

Great video, just don't agree on the torque wrench to tighten the drain bolt. to easy for a new rider to over torque and strip the threads. I would recommend a good 3/8 wrench and snug on the drain bolts and check after 100 miles for leaks. Great video!

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hey Stevo ,thanks very much for watching and taking the time to comment .You are certainly not alone with your thoughts about torquing the drain bolt .I made a youtube short specifically about the drain bolt in this video and ,wow did it stike a nerve .Some of the comment threads were quite interesting to say the least. If you get a chance take a look you may find it entertaining .But again I thank you for watching and commenting so kindly, I truly appreciate it. kzbin.info2EdgpFJykQI?feature=share

[@calebcowart9817]

First of all, Great video! Very informative. Secondly, where'd you get your front headlight? I really like the way it looks.

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hi Caleb ,thanks very much I truly appreciate your great comment . Regarding the headlight , I know you don't get much opportunity to get a clear look at it throughout the video but what you're seeing is a blank number plate .There is no headlight .This bike is a track only machine .No lights ,signals ,speedo ,horn,reflectors or licence plate . Thanks again for taking the time to watch and leave a kind comment .Cheers

[@WarriorPleb]

god damn, what a helpful vid. take my sub.

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Well thank you very much for the kind words and the sub ,I truly appreciate it .Cheers to you good sir 🍺

[@MS-kh2je]

I believe the manual said to do the frame 1st the the motor

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Thanks for the tip 👍

[@superbiketech]

First time I've ever seen a level used during an oil change?

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

While a level is not required ,Its a great way to visually highlight how important it is to have your bike level to get an accurate read . I was just trying to get a point across .

[@gediminaspetkus8190]

Holly shit this is some good tutorial!!!!

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Well thank you very much I really appreciate your kind comment .Cheers

[@beejoutbush3322]

What’s ‘safety wire’? Great vid mate. From Australia

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Safety wire is used to secure a bolt in place .The head is drilled to accommodate a thin wire through it and then twisted to the frame or another part of the engine. Typically done on race machines or aircraft or on any critical bolt on any piece of machinery. Thanks very much for watching and taking the time to comment so kindly from Australia. Cheers 🍻

[@seanraymond9529]

Idk about the drain plug for the oil filter, I’ve heard to NEVER touch that and that it’s for testing oil pressure or something like that. Strips very easily so I’ve heard

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Well sir you are correct that this access point is used for connecting an oil pressure gauge .To never use it as a convenient drain point for the oil filter housing is an interesting thought .To say it strips out easily is something I have never seen or heard of .Like any nut or bolt ,if you use common sense and have a reasonable mechanical feel I dont think it would be an issue .Thanks for raising the point and taking te time to comment .Cheers

[@adammanning1805]

Welp, didn't know about that filter

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

While it's not a filter to be routinely changed out , it is good to know it exists and maybe clean it out once in a while. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Cheers 🍻

[@josesarli9247]

Great video! Can you help me out, I have a 2020 Suzuki drz400Sm, do you know where I can buy the whole kit for my oil change ? With all washers orings etc. thanks

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Hi Jose.Im not aware of any kit offered that has the parts outlined in the video. But whatever Suzuki Dealer you do business with will likely have an online parts finder page that makes it very easy to get whatever you need .I'm pretty sure the part numbers in the video will match your bike as the motors haven't changed much in a very long time .But still cross reference them with your model year just to be sure. Hope that helps .Good luck and enjoy your machine. Cheers 🍻

[@josephoberman331]

Should you replace the washers from the banjo bolt and the oil filter drain bolt washer everytime like the crush washers? If not, how often? Thank you

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Well Joseph you make an interesting point .It's a good idea to replace most any sealing type washer when you get the opportunity .While I did not replace them in the video .If I had new ones at the time I definitely would have .Know that I have ordered all of the washers required for the next oil change and will be certain to install them then .They cost so little and it's good insurance to replace them when you can . Thanks for the great question. Cheers 🍻

[@Treeclimbingexpert]

Are all the washers crush washers? Is that just regular white lithium grease for the filter cap thing? Do you replace that O-ring also?

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Both drain bolts should have new crush washers.Just regular white lithium grease works fine to hold in the O ring on the cover .And Yes I do recommend replacing both O rings .But you don't usually have to unless the old ones are compromised in some way .

[@irradiatedgrog]

30,000 mi on my 22 DRZ, I have ignored this filter on purpose since day 1. It doesnt matter. LOL at draining your oil filter res too

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Just checked out your channel to get a sense of perspective as to how you roll. Your comment matches the commenter perfectly . No shade meant ,you do you man .What ever works for you .If chirping me makes you feel better have at it .

[@irradiatedgrog]

@@TRyanLearnBikes it doesn't impede oil flow normally. If u got that much crap in your oil you have other issues. It's just a screen. Not a KTM bro

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

@@irradiatedgrog Roger that

[@aperlia6603]

Wish I had this video when I changed the oil yesterday in my new 23 sm. Apparently I put the crush washer on the front drain upside down.... I got confused also b/c they only sent me one crush washer when I purchased the kit, even though there are two drain bolts. Nothing has leaked as of yet, so I think I'm ok. I will make sure next time I ask for both crush washers, and put them in facing the right way. I don't think it's worth draining and redoing it all and wasting oil if it's currently not leaking. Thoughts?

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Not to worry man , you'll be fine .There's lots of guys out there who never replace the washer at all or use all kinds of other bits and pieces to save a buck .If you get a chance take a look at the video I recently put out about an oil change on a suzuki bandit There's lots of comments about crush washers high lighted in that one ..you.may get a chuckle its pretty funny what some people say .Cheers my friend and thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@sebastiaofernandes7560]

Qual óleo você usa no motor da Suzuki DRZ 400 tenho uma aqui no Brasil

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Here in Canada the manual recommends 10W 40

[@micahtrecca7191]

What is safety wire on drain bolts?

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

It's common mostly on race bikes .Basically it's a small hole drilled in the cap of the drain bolt to allow a wire to be threaded through it ( after being tightened) and anchored to a secure point on the frame or adjacent bolt .It Gaurantees the bolt can't come loose .

[@frek0o]

😮😮😮🙏

[@bounceorbreak]

What do you mean to use safety wire??

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

It's typically a procedure done on race engines that secures a bolt in position once its torqued down .The bolt head would have a small hole drilled through it that allows a thin wire to pass through and be secured to a fixed point on the frame or engine. It may be a little bit over the top for some people. But it's a failsafe way to be 100 % sure nothing comes loose .That's why it's a must on any race bike to pass tech .If you observe proper torque settings you should be ok in most normal road bike applications .Thanks for watching and commenting. Cheers 🍻

[@Treeclimbingexpert]

Is it the same for the S?

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Yes sir you should be fine the S and the SM use the same motor .

[@yannickfis6106]

Hello, I've bought recently a 400 DR-Z and a I make my first oil change but I forgot to empty oil in the front frame (sorry my bad....) I replace oil and the 1.8 liter goes inside without overflow. Should I be worried to have to much oil in the frame/engine ? Or the whole previous oil had gone out by the engine hole because its the lowest point of both oil change holes ? Thank you for your help

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

There's a good chance you have too much oil in the bike .It will only show the correct level of oil on the dip stick when the engine is warm . It's an easy mistake to make .I would start over by draining the frame and engine and if you change the filter add 1.8 liters .of oil. If you don't change the filter add 1.7 liters. Then warm.the engine and check the dip stick ...its very important to check when warmed up .That's how you will get true read .

[@yannickfis6106]

@@TRyanLearnBikes OK. I'll proceed according your advice. Thank you very much :)

[@yannickfis6106]

And I made a 3km test run after oil change. Do I had any chance to damage the engine ?

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

@yannickfis6106 No man you should be ok ..I did the same thing with no issues..Its all about learning from our mistakes right Ride safe my friend

[@yannickfis6106]

@@TRyanLearnBikes . OK thank you very much for your answers and your time 🙂 and of course, thank you for the video 😁

[@MOTOMINING]

At this point in my bikes life, if there's no smoke, there's no oil! Do I even need to change it at that point?

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

I like how you roll good sir .This has to be one of my favorite comments. Cheers 🍻

[@johnpittman5123]

Where was the secret oil filter that we needed to know about at?

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Many are unaware of the screen inside of the frame.

[@jayminasi6073]

i put my crush washer on the opposite way, hmmmm

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Not to worry ,it will still work fine . I've done it that way in the past also .But the manual specifically recommends as shown in the video .

[@brianbota1540]

The only problem is what you consider reasonably tight and what I consider reasonably tight are very two different things lol 🤷‍♂️

[@rolandkeith5322]

I consider it like this you have tight that you can’t undo by hand and you need a tool. And then way up on the other end you have a tight that snaps the bolt head off ....... but in the middle, you will find reasonably tight….lol

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

You make a valid point Brian good sir .Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment .

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

@@rolandkeith5322 Very well said R.K. Your explanation sums it up precisely. Cheers my friend

[@machupikachu1085]

Yikes! Not the easiest bike to change the oil on lol!

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

Well there are certainly a few more steps than a lot of other machines but its well worth doing because the DRZ 400 Supermoto bikes are heaps of fun to ride .Thanks very much for watching and taking the time to comment .Cheers

[@thehighwaystar1339]

Stop telling people to mess with the oil filter drain, people crack their cases all of the time doing that. There is no need for it

[@Noastrenght]

“Hidden Filter”

[@TRyanLearnBikes]

The one in the frame that many people are unaware of .