Changing Oil in a Yamaha Road Star

[@BeaverDunker]

I JUST got a 2003 today and it only has 9,280 miles on it. Thought it would be a good thing to go through and change all the fluids so this will be a good start and super easy.

[@tejedadude]

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!

[@Jadams1911]

Thank you! I'm glad the video was helpful.

[@chasewalters3519]

Johnny jr what is the top speed you've gotten out of your 01?

[@chasewalters3519]

James Adams what bags are on that bike?

[@tejedadude]

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!

[@jackdaniel1848]

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.

[@SharonJeffries]

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!

[@Jadams1911]

Thank you! I'm glad I could help out a road star rider

[@Jadams1911]

Thank you for your kind words. I'm happy that the video helped you. Ride Safe!

[@michaelgrimm76]

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.

[@tracyboen3493]

Carb? Its fuel injected.

[@jps226]

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!

[@Jadams1911]

Thank you! I'm glad the video was helpful

[@tedturner5299]

Watched this again a few years after the first time I saw it and re-bookmarked it. GREAT job!!!!

[@tinyman520]

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.

[@Jadams1911]

Thank you!

[@seang5757]

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!

[@Jadams1911]

I agree

[@mikeyg6631]

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!!

[@robincarter3397]

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

[@HagersvilleHunk]

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. 😊

[@dhawk4235]

Just changed mine. Thank you!

[@patriotone631]

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.

[@NeesaRides]

Thanks for the vid! Now I'm about to change my bf's oil on his Yamaha road star!

[@Jadams1911]

You're welcome! I'm sure you'll make his day!

[@dkm508]

Melissa, you are a keeper!!!

[@jeffsteffen211]

Just changed the oil in 05 Road Star Piece of cake with the help of your video. Thanks for posting !

[@richardyoung571]

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.

[@daver8958]

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

[@edwinkubena9944]

Best video on this I’m a novice new Road Star owner self wrenching now confident thank you

[@ceejay5816]

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!!! 😁😁😁

[@Jadams1911]

You're welcome, I'm glad the video was helpful. Ride Safe!

[@ceejay5816]

James Adams ❤️❤️❤️ Thank you!!!! 🤗

[@kharlkapp1128]

Legend! Followed it step by step! Thank you sir!👊🏼

[@bobbyprice1115]

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.

[@Jadams1911]

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

[@TheYamahog12]

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.

[@anthonyaboitez5616]

Great video. I picked one up yesterday and it needs some love.

[@dno702]

Thank you for this video . This is exactly how an instructional video should be ! Great job . Have a great day !!

[@ralphvalkenhoff2887]

No BS just get to the point and STFU lol.

[@bobbymedina2354]

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 .

[@Santos-ek8md]

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!

[@Jadams1911]

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Ride Safe!

[@offset24]

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.

[@Mike35165]

Great video, I wish I watched this video before doing oil change on my road star.

[@Daniel.DAgostino]

Wonderful video. To the point and packed with useful information. Thanks!

[@TheCnullery]

Great video. Thank you. Now, where did you get those saddle bags and trunk box? Looking to upgrade mine and love those.

[@beardedtexan7699]

Just a good honest video, love the bike. Needed the information, thanks for putting it up on here.

[@mikeyg6631]

Thanks for the video. Can you also do the change on a jack stand?

[@Jadams1911]

Yes

[@TheDinUK]

Excellent step by step instructions! Thanks !

[@TexasTodd]

Great video sir! Hope you’re enjoying spring weather

[@phillbrown7059]

Perfect video and well explained thanks

[@DeafJim]

Thanks James !

[@scottallen5015]

This was a great and very basic and simply put. Thanks very much

[@embemor5872]

Thanks. Great video. Beautiful bike!!

[@craftoman1043]

Thank you for the video, going out now to change my oil!

[@davidv672]

Liked and Subscribed! Great job in your approach, STRAIGHT FORWARD...Thank you.

[@mrdanny5]

Great video. Much appreciated

[@terryjackson9281]

Great video from Canada😁

[@theram8787]

This also works for roadstar 1700. Thanks for the vid

[@SteffenUnger]

Thanks from Germany.

[@paulschimel3572]

Thank you for doing the video. It was Helpful

[@Jadams1911]

Thanks! I'm glad I could help

[@andylafontaine8085]

Great step by step vid. thx. What kind of pipes do you have on that bike?

[@deathwrenchcustom]

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.

[@Jadams1911]

.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.

[@deathwrenchcustom]

@@Jadams1911 - right on. Thanks again for the great video! I changed my oil today. Yay! :)

[@anthonymalburg8763]

Where do you get the hard bags I want those exact kind for my 2004 Road star midnight star 1700

[@faustogalindo2243]

Great this guys is a genius thank you

[@rafinha766]

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

[@Jadams1911]

Puede usar cualquier aceite que sea seguro para la motocicleta. Me alegro de que disfrutes el video.

[@peeplessst]

Great instructional video! Hey where did you get them hard bags. Look good on your bike.

[@russellgoverno5163]

awesome explanation

[@joehatfield8003]

Awesome video!!

[@DeelzridesandAdventures]

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.

[@johnnynewburgh9745]

Great video thank you

[@peeplessst]

Great video! Thank you! I have a 2004 Road Star. Where did you the hard bags? They look great on your bike.

[@nrgmichael3224]

I’d like to know also!

[@michaelmcandrews8045]

What pipes do you have on your Roadstar? It sounds good

[@wolfslairDK]

Tnx for upload, it was a big help m8 👍😎👍

[@ruggalblack6655]

Could you make a video changing the drive belt please!!!

[@chrisholliday8163]

I know you did that video a while back but I love the exhaust sound ,what kind of pipes did you have on it?

[@knowyuhgrow420]

Thanks for sharing 👍🏽 🇨🇦 💨

[@jesusacovarrubias1390]

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.

[@Jadams1911]

No, my bike came with the soft saddlebags. I just replaced them with hard bags

[@jamese3535]

@@Jadams1911 I have the 2002 Rodstar = where can I find bags like those. Great Video as well

[@massoutdoors2221]

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

[@Jadams1911]

You can. If it's not leaking then don't worry about it.

[@troytsk]

Thanks bud👍

[@denispesant6556]

very good presentation , Thanks

[@georgegonzalez8818]

Great job !!! Thank you

[@cesarguerrero8954]

Buen dia una pregunta cuantos litros de aseite lleba el 1600 yamaha

[@HomeOnTheRanges]

Thank you sir!

[@rickguerra8730]

What hard bags do you have installed on your bike sir

[@carlosdelavega9771]

thanks for the video ! i got it now

[@russbentley7677]

All good info. Thanks

[@anthonymalburg8763]

I want mine to look just like yours!!

[@simplesizzle2077]

Great video my man!

[@dwayne5pgarrett272]

Where did you get the hard bags and trunk?

[@oliverf.5479]

The complete Oil Change on the Side stand ? Does not the machine also have to stand upright ?

[@Jadams1911]

I placed a brick under the kickstand

[@UNICRON_1976]

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?

[@Jadams1911]

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.

[@jspeerpls]

Does the engine and primary use the same oil

[@jimbocove5155]

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

[@Jadams1911]

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.

[@aztec989americanpitbullgla3]

Thank you!

[@williamhughes1631]

Which way does the engine drain plug turn to come off, clockwise or counter clockwise ?

[@Jadams1911]

Lefty loosey, Righty tighty

[@budredden818]

Is this the same for a Yamaha warrior 1700? Thanks

[@jacobparks6371]

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

[@Jadams1911]

I'm using 20w 50. it's a good summer oil. You don't want to use anything any heavier.

[@jacobparks6371]

Right on, thanks for hitting me back

[@35blackoso]

Great video ty

[@echoglen8649]

Silly question, do you check the engine oil with is leaned over on the kick stand or up rite? Just bought a 2005 Road Star so iv got some maintenance learning to do.

[@Jadams1911]

You want the bike up right to check the oil. Its a process checking oil on a Road star. You have to start the bike allow it to warm up then shut it off and wait a few minutes to allow the oil to settle to get a correct reading. If it's not leaking or burning oil don't worry about it. when you do an oil change with filter it takes 4 quarts and 8 ounces. Most of us just add 4 quarts,

[@echoglen8649]

@@Jadams1911, ok thanks for the info!

[@jimeckenrode1271]

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.

[@Jadams1911]

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.

[@jimeckenrode1271]

@@Jadams1911 thank you James. I am not splitting cases for any reason. I guess that little bit can stay in there.

[@chrishancock1752]

James, I purchased the mobile one 10w40 racing 4t because the bike called for 10w 40. Should I exchange it for the v twin that you used?

[@Jadams1911]

The 10 - 40 oil you have will be fine

[@bobcat2302]

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.

[@parisifranco6879]

Nice video thank you.

[@buckhugelen3089]

Can you tell me what tour pack and saddle bags you have?

[@Jadams1911]

The trunk I bought off eBay The saddle bags are stock Yamaha Road Star hard bags

[@larissadin]

James, how much oil all together? 4 or 6 thank you Great video Just picked up 2003 Yamaha Road star Limited 9000 miles

[@Jadams1911]

When you change oil and filter, 4 qts is all you need.

[@ntime2095]

Mine takes 5 to get on the stick 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@pablomarjalizo1375]

Dear Mr. James, I can not open the seat of my Yamaha XV1600 Wild Star, please help me, you tell how I can open the seat. Please. Thanks in advance.

[@Jadams1911]

The seat opens by turning the key to the left without pushing down on the key. You may have to push down on the seat as you turn the key. When you turn the key it pulls a cable that releases the seat latch. If your cable is broken you will need to use a stiff wire bent with a hook on the end, then slide the wire under the left side of the seat and feel for the latch, it is toward the front of the seat.

[@pablomarjalizo1375]

@@Jadams1911 Dear James Adams, Thank you for your advice, I am going to try it next weekend. I hope I am lucky and can open it. Thank you.

[@TheYamahog12]

@@pablomarjalizo1375 Once you get the seat off, clean and lube the seat latch.

[@ONTOY_V.i.P]

yamaha road star silverado 1700 oil 5L?

[@Jadams1911]

4.3 quarts is equal to about 4.07 liters

[@BalletNYBahiri]

thank you, simple as pie.

[@Backyardsniper73]

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.

[@Jadams1911]

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.

[@Backyardsniper73]

@@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.

[@michaelpark5589]

What bags do you have on your bike?

[@Jadams1911]

Stock Yamaha hard bags

[@Jassonrodz]

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

[@Jadams1911]

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.

[@Blue82]

How many quarts to change oil and filter in a 2012 roadstar s 1700?

[@Jadams1911]

Most Road star owner just add 4 qt of oil. The manual say 4 qts and 8 ounces,

[@JimmieJohn]

Hey James, I have the 04 1700. Do you think it's worth upgrading the carburetor to the 42 HSR?

[@Jadams1911]

I hear the 42hrs carb can give your bike better performance but you need to change a few parts before it will work correctly .. Personally I travel cross country and I like my stock carb because I'm getting between 42 and 46 MPG.

[@jamese3535]

!1I missed seeing where the oil level was before you reinserted the dipstick, after you added the new il. Great video anyways

[@ralphvalkenhoff2887]

Thank you

[@cowdudeable]

I have a Yamaha Raider. I was under the impression that these bikes have the same engine. But on mine there are 3 drain plugs...what gives?

[@justinirwin7881]

Completely different design. Also fuel injected.