How to change oil on a 2018 Honda Grom!

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[@adibfikry]

i think you should stop calling yourself an idiot or noob, the fact that you did this video is very helpful and I believe everyone here are still learning. So cheers and thank you very much for your effort!

[@NicheRiding]

I will never call myself a pro, just an ordinary guy having some fun.

[@SizzlingBurat]

i just realized you kinda look like Rob Dyrdek the pro skater.

[@magellanicspaceclouds]

He kinda sounds like Dyrdek too.

[@JC-dc9oz]

all of his videos has something about him looking like Rob Dyrdek hahah im sure he hates it by now

[@theremedyxan]

holy shit he does😭😭😭the nose definitely does it

[@spencergrubb5153]

Very helpful, thank you! Just bought my first Grom yesterday and decided to do the full change with new gaskets like this. Took my noob self like 2 hours but it was worth the piece of mind. Lots of gunk and shavings were in there!

[@rawrrider3088]

just bought my 2018 Honda Grom and it has 2000 miles, very informative! Thanks a lot NicheRIding!

[@candacea749]

Thanks for the video, I appreciate explaining the "unspoken" tricks and little tips that the seasoned "Self Mechanic" already knows. Keep up the great work!

[@NicheRiding]

always having fun helping others out! I am no pro mechanic, just a guy doing the basics on his bikes.

[@xaviermccloud4586]

Great video and very helpful. A lot more helpful than some guys who only care about making a 90% fun video and 10% informative. I also ride around my neighborhood without a helmet. Sometimes even in my bed shorts because I felt like riding around real quick lol.

[@guysmith3146]

Thanks for this, doing first oil change on my grom this afternoon. Cheers from the sunny Limousin in France.

[@xCanuckfan16x]

Really appreciate that you did an oil change tutorial:) I let the dealer do the first but will do them on my own from now on. Would love to see a chain slack adjustment tutorial in the future.

[@NicheRiding]

I'll see what I can do, thank you for watching!

[@Thesusoperator]

I own a zx6r and a grom. I choose the grom everytime. Thats how fun it is.

[@juliancruz6718]

U should of got a z125 pro becuae your kawi gang. How could you traitor. Nah just kidding but why did u choose the grom over the z125

[@therealrealshocker]

I have a Ducati Monster/R6/Ninja300 and I still pick the Grom for fun everytime!

[@Eztrigger]

Got an r6 and a grom, it’s an internal battle every time I walk into my shop

[@Thesusoperator]

julian cruz faster top end and wider tires although doesn’t really matter. Really like the look of the honda tbh.

[@AbundanceRun]

Love the sense of humor at the end !

[@commader620]

You can place a copper penny between the clutch gear and the spinner gear to hold it in place while taking the spinner bolts off. Same thing for tightening, just place the penny on the bottom of the gears.

[@jboun1]

I used to watch your detailing videos when I was 14 now I’m 20 haha

[@johnnyblade5990]

Ok.......I just wanted to mention that the way you did the oil change is the correct way to do it, most people just drain it out the bottom and fill it up on the top, that's not the correct way to do it so good job don't beat yourself up over that stupid gasket you did a great job.👍

[@bebekadventure]

i like the way you make the video , very clear explanation. thx. subscribed

[@NicheRiding]

Always glad to help everyone, I don't expect to be a grommie bear but I will be glad to help anyone who needs it.

[@moisesaguilera8381]

Thank you for a very helpful video man I also think you are very helpful you have been doing such a great job man thank you very much!!!

[@usernamemykel]

Good job, both mechanically and videography wise. Liked & subbed.

[@jmbf355]

Thanks just bought a 2020 grom today. Every bit of info helps. Now I need a fender delete. Any insight to what you recommend?

[@TinaCamacho]

LOL, that last bit. but on a mechanical note, y'all put a copper penny in the gears when dealing with the oil spinner, top and bottom. it helps. it's easy. just dont forget to take it out when youre done.

[@hellraiserrec19]

Great video, thank you. You can remove the dip stick when draining the oil to allow it to drain faster as well

[@kylesterlingmedia7255]

thank you for this video it was a huge help !

[@fernandoarmas8606]

Thanks for the info- don’t call yourself stoopid m8 not even as a joke. Thanks for the helpful and informative video!

[@out2burn]

Just got a grom yesterday. Time to start wrenching again.

[@HDeverythingSD]

You only need to open the case if you’re cleaning the spinner or the filter right? So definitely for the first service. After that how often do you clean the spinner and filter?

[@reerbaadia1896]

I'll use your video before I fiddle with my mini bike. The best video. Thanks.

[@NicheRiding]

it's not hard, just a bit of an irritation with the cover getting it off.

[@Kingoftheharbor]

Very useful pointers. Thanks man.

[@NicheRiding]

Glad to help, it was my first time on this style as well but it worked great!

[@bmar916]

My 2019 Grom manual recommends the engine oil strainer screen and centrifugal filter to only be cleaned when it gets to 8000 miles. Just engine oil at 600 miles.

[@umaxen0048]

The oil strainer and centrifugal filter? Too much BS... Just use a tiny spin-on on oil filter. I've seen filters that are 2" diameter and 2" long. With a spin-on, you also have a measure of safety by not having to remove an oil screw and continuously torque it. The spin-on has a nice rubber gasket...

[@xaviermccloud4586]

No thank you. The manual says a lot of things to keep a manufacturer safe from legal liability.

[@bmar916]

@@xaviermccloud4586 I agree. Too much work for a job that should be simple. They are also trying to get you to bring it into a shop to get someone to do it all for the money.

[@pmgmotorcycles]

Great video! Thanks for sharing.

[@oakstrong1]

I just take mine to a Honda garage for oil change. For $2 extra for labour there's not much incentive to do myself, especially as I would have to do it on the street - but it is always good to know just in case and to understand about the engine. I have done a few thousand miles but don't remember seeing the mechanic ever doing anything else but draining the old oil and putting new stuff in. Definitely no new gasket or new seals; probably they only change them when it is really necessary.

[@SBMotoZ]

Nice work I own a 2017, same color Check out the Kitaco Clutch Cover, eliminates the cleaning of the Spinner and Screen, adds a regular filter Enjoy your Vids, keep it up SB

[@NicheRiding]

I have heard lots of great things about it! Yellow Groms are the best groms:)

[@TinaCamacho]

yeah! i got the 2018 in yellow as well. people see it better than the other's

[@nodave77]

does this negate buying a takegawa high flow oil pump, or can they be used together?

[@cinercex]

Thank you very much, super helpful video 👍👍 Now I know how to do it.

[@jgrimsto]

Great vid! What mirrors do you have?

[@S_t_i_c_k_y_R_i_c_e]

Hey there love the video.. 😀😀🙏🛵🛵🛵 I'm planning to do my first service on the bike I just wanted to know where can I get HONDA GROM GASKET SET OIL SPINNER & CLUTCH COVER GASKET .. ???

[@magellanicspaceclouds]

Great tutorial, Rob Dyrdek.

[@Xploresgaming]

You’re so right lmao😂

[@freemaysin5088]

t handle socket drivers work well to get the spinner bolts off

[@Bryzenn]

QUESTION! SO I got a replacement clutch cover (right side) and I notice the dip stick is closer to the clutch basket rather than the oil spinner. The dipstick is located right text to the clutch lever. Are these interchangeable?

[@abtin1]

Fantastic video

[@themensh]

On the cover you removed, I see a round cover held on by looks like three screws. What is behind that round cover?

[@miguelrodz2446]

did you torque the screws? or you did it just by hand?

[@RCGJR_]

Any way i can put a fender delete without cutting the trip sensor? Or can i just take it in to a shop?

[@robhall8378]

Nice! I learned a lot from you...Thanks :-)

[@NicheRiding]

Glad to help!

[@Judeccaa]

I do wish you linked all the stuff you need in the description. I’m having a hard time finding all the parts for some reason.

[@giulianofantone3089]

What type of oil is the best for the honda grom?

[@steveo1kinevo]

I just bought 2 of these. I have owned bikes over 25 years and this has to be the worst setup for an oil change.

[@NicheRiding]

You mean the actual stuff you have to go through in order to change it?

[@martinquinn3382]

@@NicheRiding I just saw this video, an yes, I never saw a complicated oil change like this.... I will go for the Z125 just for that... Thank you for the video !

[@bmar916]

Especially on a bike that is minimal and small, and has the engine space for an easier more simple design. Maybe they do this to keep service centers in business?

[@juangonzalez3034]

@@martinquinn3382 it's not that complicated

[@xaviermccloud4586]

Wow, if something like this bothers you about an oil change... Lol.

[@ibrahimali3579]

Use a copper coin and place it in between the teeth on the gears when taking spinner off. Stops it spinning and copper is softer than the metal used on gears so it doesn't damage anything

[@austinhuffman2972]

Penny's are made from zinc

[@ibrahimali3579]

@@austinhuffman2972 I'm sure you're correct but I never said penny, I said a copper coin.

[@jordanandrew4897]

How much oil did you use to refill the bike

[@DTDRIDER]

Nice job 👍

[@NicheRiding]

Thank you

[@girlskateboards625]

What after market mirrors do you have ?

[@mi_li]

Thank you for this great video

[@NicheRiding]

Your'e welcome!

[@mi_li]

I found it is really hard to remove the over , I give it up ten min later.lol.

[@NicheRiding]

you will figure out the certain way to spin and pull and it will come off but I understand the frustration!

[@mi_li]

I will try again next time. Do you think it is necessary to do this? The owner's guide said clean the inner part of the engine till 10000mile.

[@octagonlifestyle2608]

What oil do you use ?

[@jerrybender6633]

Honda Grom Question-- I think i put to much oil in there 2018 grom but after i change oil i can barely downshift it and it wont go in to neutral when the motor is running!! ANYBODY PLEASE HELP

[@jasewale]

How are you getting on with the grom dude?

[@natedogg6733]

were are the new videos at?????

[@deedeeXcee]

How much was your BXD exhaust?

[@bodabodaguy3193]

Can’t get it off, no time to get 19mm socket to remove rear set.

[@Jose-og8my]

Nice video!

[@NicheRiding]

Glad to help:) My chain has to be adjusted now, time for more work on the little grom:)

[@mafu46]

How much oil you use?

[@CurtEdwards]

Nice thanks!

[@DylanGSXR]

when you did the spinner gasket did you think which way does it go ? haha when I did mine the old one was flat and the new one has a hump in it ,I just tuck a guess and stuck it on . im sure it want make any difference .cheers for video .

[@Go_Problemo]

Dude, same here. I just put it on in the way that it sealed against the spinner nice and tight. I think they must flatten when you tighten it on, or maybe with heat as well. But the one I took off was flat, the new one had a contour to it, just like yours. So I guess we will see lol.

[@valetecno1]

hello I wanted to know how much the crankcase cover should be tightened with the torque wrench that I can't find it anywhere thanks

[@3647Edd]

7 lbft.

[@koreychapman3627]

Watched this twice for my 2 oil change 600 and 1,200 miles.

[@tomz-5129]

What did you use in order to get the old seal residue off the casing to put the new seal on ?

[@juangonzalez3034]

You can use a gasket scraper or even a plastic razor blade

[@alvaroquintanilla8098]

Thank you sr

[@csmanuel86]

Good but you emphasized don't over torque the drain plug bolt but didn't mention torque spec for the drain plug?????????

[@MayerEO]

Where do you recommend buying the replacement gaskets? Thanks

[@MayerEO]

Just found out Honda Parts House dot com had all of them! 16:28 Thank you for listing the item part numbers!

[@hoodedcobra1531]

Bell Ray best way to go on oil

[@Botzz28]

I have almost 200 miles on my grom. When should I do the first oil change.

[@ImDead1nside]

SnapBack 600 it states in the manual also what my dealer told me im at 385 miles but im going to do it at 500ish aince ive been running it preety hard

[@amarireyes2267]

3:55 of the video he was tightening the bolt

[@xMLRxDaFupa]

so usefull

[@kylewashitzko4009]

I just got mine same color a week ago at Florida power sports

[@NicheRiding]

it's a great color, I like that it's so loud and screams look at me.

[@kylewashitzko4009]

NicheRiding I’d love to link up and ride with you sometime if you ever get down towards the Stuart area let me know!!

[@Mechanic83]

Is this rob dyrdek??

[@thesweeper5743]

How come no one ever shows when they re install the clutch cover? Almost every video is missing it

[@dgenowa]

Because it sucks and a pain in the a$$. The rear sets and/or rear brake spring mount is in the way. It comes off without removing, I just did mine yesterday.

[@NicheRiding]

it's not hard or anything lol, just put it on the same way you took it off.

[@aiden20yearsago51]

I have same color. They always seem yellow on camera so strange

[@alianakhamitova3283]

but why? isnt it free to change oil in honda dealer cuz the bike still new? my 2018 grom has 5000 km guarantee and free service ( pay only the liquid like oil). for 1 year. well i live in switzerland,so maybe different than in states?

[@NicheRiding]

yah, I didn't have that here:( I did buy the extended warranty but that's it.

[@etanneriii]

I have found that a 5/16 socket works better on case bolts. go figure.

[@ravenb18]

What exhaust is that? it sounds nice?

[@NicheRiding]

Two brothers carbon fiber exhaust.

[@Botzz28]

Huge problem. I removed all 9 bolts around the case with no problem except one. There is one bolt left and it’s stripped to shit. I feel like I’m totally screwed idk what to do

[@NicheRiding]

you can drill it out or take it to a shop and let them do the job:)

[@Botzz28]

What is better 10W-30 or 10W-40

[@NicheRiding]

I just went with the dealer recommendations down the street for here in Central Florida.

[@acp2597]

Lol just wanted let you know good video but most video I thought I was looking at rob dyrdek lol

[@danielmcgrath9369]

My Honda dealer told me to use Honda oil as its better for the Wet clutch.They told me not to use car engine oil,it will stuff my clutch.Does anyone agree?

[@NicheRiding]

just use motorcycle specific oil, you can buy it at walmart. This oil I have in the video is the oil that Honda sells at their dealerships.

[@PMitchell106]

Automotive oil has friction modifiers designed to eliminate friction, the wet clutch needs friction to transfer power from the crank to the transmission. You don't have to use honda oil, just something with the proper motorcycle rating (JASO MA).

[@SkipToMahLoo]

Nice gtr btw

[@NicheRiding]

Thank you

[@bodabodaguy3193]

Ok high asf walk me through ghisss

[@DylanGSXR]

1 quart = 1 litre grom takes 0.9 of a litre so its a bit to much oil ...I'm not a mechanic so I not sure if its a bad thing . I suppose its not a lot more .. all the best .

[@jasper_of_puppets]

0.1 liters of extra oil isn't going to make any difference.

[@TheImtoomuch]

Good video. I caught you tightening the drain plug at first. Rookie mistake, but veterans still do this on occasion and we feel like idiots. LOL A knuckle (also called a universal), swivel sockets, or wobble extensions would probably make this job easier in the future. You have a much better style than the "Yo, bros" that try to be cool. Those are far too common in the Grom community, especially on KZbin. Thank you for the good and honest video.

[@brendan5846]

Is a grom a good first bike?

[@NicheRiding]

Yah it will treat you right, just don't expect to go flying down the road! lol You will be bored of it fast so I would suggest finding a used grom.

[@car_venom2265]

NicheRiding do you recommend the abs or the non abs for the first bike or bike?

[@car_venom2265]

Brandon Cabral thanks man I’m getting the grom next week

[@ChubbyCheeks01]

Brandon Cabral starting on a 600cc bike is the stupidest idea anyone could have

[@mt1885]

ALWAYS replace gaskets - don't care what some 'forums say' - roughly $8 for both... People spend that on energy drinks DAILY!

[@juliancruz6718]

No more like 6 Edit: energy drinks that is

[@altosset11]

Mines probably so fucked 😂 Ive just been draining oil and putting new oil in. But better late than never right?

[@NicheRiding]

of course, just clean it when you can get to it or just pay a shop to do it if you are like meh to work;)

[@tjay8351]

Crush washer and gaskets...cheap insurance....

[@12packadayhabit]

Calling yourself a noob was very misleading, remember that your making a video for noobs. My dealership didn't have the seals, they told me I should be fine for a couple uses, but I tore the seal while jimmying the case off because I didn't remove the sub set. Now I gotta wait a couple days to put it back together, when I kinda needed to ride it tomorrow. Maybe I should of watched a couple more videos before I did it.

[@peterpyke1213]

remove filler cap .will help drainage

[@kantutana13]

Holy Smokes! Is this a regular oil change? Or are you just doing it out of the ordinary for your own personal satisfaction? I kinda doubt this is what’s recommended by Honda if it is so, it’s more com0licated than a ktm lc4 engine or a usual competition engine. I thought the whole thing for an entry level bike is ease of worry and ownership since it’s also has the sam3 design as the original cub engine.

[@NicheRiding]

this is exactly what they recommend, many people dump the stock "spinner" for the kitaco oil filter setup instead to not deal with this hassle anymore.

[@kantutana13]

i dont know who you meant by "they" but i kinda doubt the procedures you did is even in the grom manual. but you obviously know what you are doing its a mis title in your part though for just an oil change. i hope your bike runs better after what you did.

[@zeppelin926]

pek pek kantotero this IS how you change the oil. Since there is no actual spin on or cartridge filter this is how you do it.

[@kantutana13]

i have owned bikes with no oil filter and i never opened the crank case nor it was suggested in the owners manual, so i never bothered. i am also not mechanically inclined, i guess if you can do it and know what you are doing. its just going overboard in my pov. BUT if this is what is suggested in the owners manual for the grom then its just seem more complicated compared to regular bikes. the engine from the looks, is lifted from those honda cubs.

[@soulbreaker1051]

Yeah that's not recommended for the first oil change on a GROM lol

[@windowclean100]

Righty tidy lefty Lucy

[@NicheRiding]

No man is perfect and we make mistakes:)

[@jamie3499]

Actual

[@Motogamna]

No wonder people get engine wear issues

[@501stfighter3]

You should at least show how to take the clutch line off. I had trouble with that.

[@ryrysinger]

Agreed! That would be awesome

[@pgtips9236]

What a faff about just to change the oil !

[@hellfire08]

Wow I wonder how many groms are running around with dirty screens because they were too lazy to do all those extra steps and just drain the oil. Lol

[@AllThingsDylan]

You must be some sort of wizard if you got that casing off the engine without taking the foot peg off because I just spent 30 minutes wrestling with it before throwing in the towel and taking the peg off...

[@joevidya]

Owned a grom for a year, always dreaded changing the oil, was annoying to do for such a small bike. Regular motorcycles don't require you to take the fucking crank case off to change oil filter.

[@NicheRiding]

they do have the oil filter kits you can install, I might do that in the future to make it easier.

[@chucinchu87]

It's just oil . Not blood lol 😆

[@MOONDOGNEWYORK]

Detailed video, but please stop saying “actual” so much.