2022 Yamaha R7 Oil Change | How To

[@MrJdmSunny]

Perfect and straight to the point video Def how a DIY VIDEO SHOULD BE DONE. Good shit

[@ScoutsOut]

Thanks bro! Much appreciated 🍻

[@brendanmccardle4243]

Just got an R7 two days ago and your videos are great! Excited to start with the mods!

[@ScoutsOut]

Congrats on the new bike!!! Thanks, I appreciate that glad they are helpful.

[@michaelafranceschina4716]

Super informative! Even took the time to show you putting everything back together. Can't wait for more content and hopefully see some more videos of you riding it! These videos are really helping me prepare for my R7 this month. Thanks!

[@ScoutsOut]

That’s awesome bro!!! Glad it was helpful, hopefully you get your bike soon!!! Cheers

[@reallynothim]

Great videos, should be getting mine in a couple weeks. Really appreciate all of the information you're putting out.

[@ScoutsOut]

Thanks 🙏 really appreciate that, hope you get it soon it’s a lot fun

[@shane62872]

Thanks for the good content! (Coming from a future r7 owner)

[@ScoutsOut]

Nice hopefully you get yours soon, thanks man…cheers!!

[@azuma9051]

Same here from Taiwan🤙🤙

[@OscarSellsATX]

Love how you explained everything so perfectly!!

[@ScoutsOut]

Thanks man, much appreciated. Glad it was helpful!!

[@ckMTB]

Good job mate, nice to see your work. Keep it up and have fun with the bike. Ride on

[@ScoutsOut]

Thanks ck, cheers!!!

[@DAEMONFIT]

thank you for putting everything in the description 🙌🏽

[@ScoutsOut]

Yea for sure bro 👊🏽

[@tobiassergeant4852]

Good step-by-step! thanks for the tip to use a pick to remove those fasteners, very useful...

[@ScoutsOut]

For sure cheers bro!!

[@alejandrodelgado4260]

Nice vid. At 550. Will be doing my oil change soon. You save me a trip to the dealer. Thanks.

[@ScoutsOut]

Nice, glad I could help.. enjoy the new bike!!

[@TannerSapp]

Love all your videos. They’ve been super informative so far. Would love to see a video on how to perform the first service on the bike to save some cash from taking it to the dealership! I’ve seen those prices anywhere from $275-$400 for what I hear people calling a “glorified oil change.” Thoughts?

[@ScoutsOut]

My thoughts are the first service is bs if you know what could fail, as far as saving warranty and people being new to maintenance I would suggest paying for the first service as the warranty’s on bikes are usually only a year anyway and you would not want them to turn you down on a warranty issue in the first year, hopefully this is helpful

[@tootjr]

Good job bro ! I would actually trust u to work on my bike. Alot of skimpy plastic and fastners there to break for the ham fisted type. 🤘🤘

[@ScoutsOut]

Haha, thanks man

[@TwoGuysOneVan]

Nice one mate... Such a smart little bike that! :D

[@ScoutsOut]

Thanks Phil, enjoying the hell out of this bike right now!!

[@NEMARKO]

Hi brother, do you have Idea how add ''cooling liquid '' in radiator and plastic bottle for cooling ??? :D Thanks so much 🤙🤙

[@ScoutsOut]

Hey bro just seen this, hit me up on IG and I’ll try and send pics of how too

[@NEMARKO]

@@ScoutsOut one more Question please, I cant find in Europe AP 10w40 , it is ok if I use Fully Synthetic 10w40 oil ??? from Yamalube ... thanks :D

[@ScoutsOut]

I would prefer a reg oil for some break in but if full syn is all you can get atleast use the yamaha brand 🍻

[@NEMARKO]

@@ScoutsOut thanks man... I founded just a FS here in Eu , AP can't find ...🍻

[@ScoutsOut]

🍻

[@EnlistedTrailHeads]

I dont own a motorcycle, but I like how you twerk the torque

[@ScoutsOut]

Mmm gettin it

[@ryanashley347]

This dude rocks!

[@ScoutsOut]

Thanks bro

[@felixgutierrez1871]

Hell yeah ! Big help ! Thank you sir 😊

[@ScoutsOut]

Thanks Felix, I’m happy the vid helped cheers

[@prestonbronson4645]

Hey man I’ve had an r7 now for about 2 months and was wondering if you could help me out with a few things? I plan on doing an oil change, chain adjustments, those halo flush lights, aftermarket windscreen, and maybe more stuff from what you’ve done to yours lol😂. Anyways I was hoping you can help me on what I should buy as far as tools go to be able to do all this maintenance and or parts. Maybe there’s a pack that includes everything I need besides maybe a torque wrench?

[@ScoutsOut]

Thanks man, I’m glad your enjoying the build I’m doing on the bike. I usually try and add links in the description for different tools I think are worth using that don’t break the bank, but might be good to just do a basic tool vid. I’ll try and do that soon

[@azuma9051]

Nice vid👍🏿It’s definitely a lot cheaper on your own rather than asking the dealers for help, it looks pretty hard to do it on your own though.

[@ScoutsOut]

Yea, it’s much easier if you don’t have to remove fairings. No shame in getting the dealer to do it either just want people to see what they are getting into, thanks and cheers!!

[@180FiftyFive]

dont be afraid to try it. I started with basics like oil changes, brake pads, brake fluid, spark plugs and have done even valve clearance adjustments (shim replacement) within the first 2 years of riding. it's easy after the first time and you get familiar with your bike doing it. next i'm thinking to swap fork springs with cartridges and the rear shock. you will need to buy tools but its still cheaper than paying a mechanic. with proper instructions (service manual) you can do pretty much anything.

[@LuckyOctober]

Fantastic. Thank you!

[@ScoutsOut]

🍻

[@zerocoolaow5122]

I'll definitely be referring to this layer tyvm

[@ScoutsOut]

🤙🏼

[@Yzfnico]

Thanks for this! Just hit 500 miles on mine

[@ScoutsOut]

Nice, congrats on the new bike!!!

[@vanderhoofin4852]

Great help!

[@ScoutsOut]

Glad it was helpful, cheers

[@santoshsatyatej5190]

Hi man! Great stuff! Really appreciate all your videos! So I did the oil change and seems like I’ve used too much torque when tightening the drain bolt and probably busted the threads? The bolt is still in place and don’t see any leak but I’m afraid the bolt is not as secure as it should be. Any suggestions on what to do next?

[@ScoutsOut]

Man, that’s frustrating. You could either keep an eye on it every day for a while or if you’re really nervous about it get a new pan and gasket and swap it out sucks that happen man happy new year.

[@santoshsatyatej5190]

@ happy new year! Do you think thread repairing is an easier option?

[@ScoutsOut]

Possible, but I’d be ready to get another pan.

[@Schweigwest]

Thanks for the video...very well done! One question....where did you get your rear stand?

[@ScoutsOut]

🙏 I got the stand from cycle gear

[@jansentorres08]

Please be aware, Yamaha has reduced the drain bolt to 17ft/lb for the torque. Tons of issues, cracking and stripping at 32 ft/lb. I found this the hard way even though the manual says 32. Some now have been updated reflecting the correction.

[@ScoutsOut]

Thank you for the update and sorry you had to go through that

[@VS-yv8yk]

Could you please share the source, I just did the service without knowing this so I torque it to 32 😅

[@ScoutsOut]

I posted a comment on the top, I’m still trying to figure out how to fix a vid that is already uploaded. I think I can add sound so I’m going to try and do that next week

[@ScoutsOut]

I wasn't able to add my own audio to replace the 32 so I just clipped the audio out so hopefully that won't happen to anyone else

[@VS-yv8yk]

@@ScoutsOut maybe another video? That wat we could give you more views too! Would be nice to hear if you have had any leaks by using the new torque spec

[@mohammedalramah6726]

You don't need to push the little clips, all you need to do is push the middle circular area on its head with a screwdriver and it will automatically be pushed out.

[@ScoutsOut]

Coo, I’ll try that out thanks

[@nickjohnson3891]

I’m an aircraft mechanic and this is my first bike. Is there a benefit to having the dealership do the 600 Mike service versus doing it myself?

[@ScoutsOut]

I say do it yourself, I doubt they do any more than change the oil, chain adjustment and lube, and maybe white lithium on the levers..but that probly depends on the shop and mech

[@VS-yv8yk]

Thanks so much for the video! You save me $320 bucks just for labor

[@ScoutsOut]

Nice dude, glad it helped!

[@itsgurt]

can i use the mobil1 racing 4T motorcycle 10W-40 full synthetic motor oil too????

[@ScoutsOut]

Yes but I would use manufactured recommended oil and filter until you warranty is up

[@yammyking22]

Really debating whether or not to use mineral or full synthetic oil...I see you’re using regular mineral oil but for someone who plans to have the bike long term what do you recommend?

[@ScoutsOut]

I’ve learned in the past fixing vehicles that oem parts are always a good idea. But yes synthetic is always better as it just doesn’t breakdown like regular oil does. I think if you stay up on the changes you will be fine if you are lazy about doing the change on time synthetic is a safer bet

[@KaliFlower666]

I had few issues today. Couldn't get the filter off, so I'll probably have to get a wrench like yours I'm assuming. And then Secondly the bottom right bolt for the bottom fairing (the one you said is a lil pain), I couldn't for the life of me get it to thread properly. It keeps going at an angle and so there's a bit of a gap because it's not closing all the way. It's tight, so no wiggle. But fml, any suggestions? The washer keeps popping out the grommet as I'm threading it and it just ends up going slightly crooked. I'm just like ahhhh. And the top left nut on the bottom fairing wasn't even on there lol so whoever installed it forgot that piece lol. I'm assuming any normal nut would work?

[@ScoutsOut]

Dang sorry I just seen this hope you figured it out. If you can’t get the filter off, the last resort is to hammer a screwdriver through the side of it and twist it off. As for the bolt on the bottom, if you got it in but it won’t tighten down it’s probly stripped now, you could get a tap/die and clean up the threads before you put the bolt back in

[@KaliFlower666]

@ScoutsOut I got a few different types of filter wrenches & a set of filter pliers to try and get it off. Just need to find time to try. But I'll keep in mind the screwdriver option. As for the bolt, the thread on that little bracket looks maybe a little damaged, but it's hard to tell. Off a Google search it seems you can potentially fix a lightly damaged thread with a tap/die set but I'll have to see. I see it's removable because there's a bolt that holds it on. Would I have to look at the bikes diagram to find the part # and see if I could order a new piece? Since it's such a random small piece for the fairing set. The fairing itself isn't moving because it's held well by the other bolts but it was weird cause it came out fine, but as soon as I went to thread it back it just would not do even with me hand twisting it.

[@thewarlock1034]

y la llave roja que trae la moto yamaha , para que es ? y cuanto aceite hay que poner ?

[@ScoutsOut]

con cambio de filtro llenar con 2,6 litros

[@thewarlock1034]

@@ScoutsOut muchas gracias , pero la llave roja que trae la moto yamaha R7 para que es ?

[@doctordemon6487]

Hello again 😊 I have one more question 🙋‍♂️ lol 😂 is the air filter under the seat? So it’s easy to change and dose it have that snorkel thing that you meant to cut off ? 😊🙌

[@ScoutsOut]

😆 that little guy is so funny-->🙋🏻‍♂️😳. I believe it’s just under the fuel tank, but when I can finally buy an exhaust I’ll be installing a filter too, I believe you can get at it without taking off the tank with the side plastics just not 100% sure yet.

[@doctordemon6487]

@@ScoutsOut 😂😂😂your the best 🙌my bell 🔔 is on 😊😊😊☺️👍🔧

[@gses3214]

your good man

[@ScoutsOut]

Thanks bro I appreciate that

[@timdiserio]

I ride on the street in city and back roads, moderate to slow speeds with the occasional rip through some turns, never redlining by any means. Should I be good to go to 3k miles after my 600 mile service? Or should I do the 600 AND the 1,000 mile service? Manual says 6 and 1000 but I know some say it depends on the riding. I even changed filter with first service

[@ScoutsOut]

That’s what I did, 600 then 3k

[@timdiserio]

@@ScoutsOut Thank you very much for the information sir, it’s much appreciated!

[@germanzamana8642]

Thank u so much !

[@ScoutsOut]

Your welcome, I’m glad it helped out!

[@IrieDyl]

Quick Question, is a better to use synthetic oil, or it really doesn't matter?..........thanx for all the info by the way!

[@ScoutsOut]

I prefer synthetic but to follow the manufacture is wise till the warranty is up

[@dygunna8309]

@@ScoutsOut thanx appreciate it!

[@Newstarz1]

Hey , doing my oil change and realized the liquid in the white container next to engine is low , that is the antifreeze ?

[@ScoutsOut]

Yes it’s antifreeze, but it will fluctuate a lot depending on how hot or cold the engine is

[@ScoutsOut]

The manual is wrong for torque on the engine drain bolt, use 17 ft lb

[@johni.e3698]

how do you know? i looked it up and found nothing. the new manual says : 43 N-m (4.3 kgf-m , 32 Ib-ft]

[@ScoutsOut]

I can’t find the info either but from experience that is way to high of a torque spec for an oil drain bolt. I have never seen one on a motorcycle or car that is above 22 lb-ft, hope this helps but either way it’s your bike do what you feel is right.

[@pmacc3557]

Great vid. Have you changed stock exhaust ? Might be worth a vid :)

[@ScoutsOut]

Thank you! I’ve done tones of vids for the r7 for almost everything you can think of, here is the exhaust install Yamaha R7 Yoshimura R-77 Exhaust Install & Sound Test kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnKmk3d-f7aHhrM

[@pmacc3557]

@@ScoutsOut thanks 👍🙏. My friend is always telling me to change the stock exh. But they ain't cheap

[@ScoutsOut]

No they are not cheap but man is it nice

[@jakegarcia84]

Is okay to do my own first 600 miles service? Cheapest one I found dealers wants $400 just for oil change check chain slacks, inspect brakes etc.. nothing major

[@ScoutsOut]

as long as you can document that you did the service you should be ok but if you are slightly worried about the warranty just pay until you are out of warranty. I personally refuse to let dealers work on my stuff, I know the quality of work is never amazing

[@Idonthavesocialmedialol]

Recently purchased a 2024 R7. First service coming up at 600 miles. Called Yamaha Pasadena, they want $320 for first service. I have all the tools. I’m debating on doing this myself and saving some money. Update: 06/23 I did the oil change myself. Thanks bruddah!!

[@ScoutsOut]

Well congrats on the new bike bro, save that money!

[@dustyshearon5400]

did my first oil change probably 2 weeks ago at 606 mi. checked the drain bolt and the filter every time i rode till 900 mi. i got home today and my pil filter has a very slow oil leak, this is my first bike and not so sure on what to do. any suggestions or help would be greatly appreciated. also i did everything to the manuals specs .

[@ScoutsOut]

That is weird, did you put some oil around the river of the filter? Also did you torque it to spec?

[@yammyking22]

Just cracked my oil pan putting back in my drain bolt doing an oil change at 4k miles. Everyone is saying I'm dumb for going by that torque setting of 32 ftlbs...saying it should be more like 14-18 ft lbs. Now I'm waiting for a new pan and gasket. This sure does suck with the nice weather finally coming out.

[@ScoutsOut]

Oh no, that's sucks! I would agree 32 is a little high most are around 18 but 32 is straight out of the manual. That really sucks man, I hope you get back on the road quick

[@yammyking22]

@Scouts Out thanks man. I've been reading in other forums that it's pretty common in other Yamaha models also. Someone stated Yamaha said to them that 32 ftlbs is too much and should be about 16 ftlbs instead, but they have yet to correct it in there service manuals. I made a complaint thru BBB to see if Yamaha will contact me to work something out. Maybe refund me for what I paid for a new pan and gasket. We will see.

[@geese7484]

I have a 2020 R6, but I lowkey want an r7

[@ScoutsOut]

Haha, yea it’s a weird trade off. The R6 sounds amazing but having that low power is so fun for the streets on the R7

[@centralcal6604]

Thanks bud

[@ScoutsOut]

Cheers

[@alanortiz541]

I put the specified amount of oil in my bike, but it is not showing up through the window. I set it level and leaned. I let it warm up a bit and let it sit and I still don’t see the oil through the window. It’s like it’s empty

[@ScoutsOut]

Sry took so long to get back to you bro but have you checked again since. Sometimes it takes a while for the oil to come back down and show in the window

[@alanortiz541]

Yeah It eventually did show up lol I had changed it 3 times before and I never had a problem with it, which is why I was so lost

[@scarletredz2133]

Hi! May I have a link to your torque wrench? It looks way easier to use then the dial.

[@ScoutsOut]

The snap on site is down right now or I would send the link, but they are around $600. I would recommend harbor freight, they sell the Quinn digital torque wrench for $160 ish if you want a digital one

[@jeremyhorne1989]

Do you replace the washer every time you change the oil

[@ScoutsOut]

Yes, crush washers shouldn’t be reused. Not to say you can’t but the point is to get the crush upon torque

[@santiagoseven6112]

Why do you use mineral oil instead of synthetic? Just curious.

[@ScoutsOut]

I’m not sure why Yamaha recommends mineral over synthetic honestly, over the years of working on cars I’ve learned to use what manufacturer recommends and oem parts for less hassle

[@miguelgallardo74]

I just got an r7 when should I do the first oil change?

[@ScoutsOut]

Congrats on the new bike!!! 500 miles for the first oil change

[@R7_Nic]

How often you changing your oil scouts ??!

[@ScoutsOut]

I’m doing it around the 4K mark unless I take it to the track

[@R7_Nic]

@@ScoutsOutok cool, Im at 2500 miles rn recently had it changed at the 600 miles mark . I heard everything 1500-2000 miles but these not being inline 4 “race bikes” I was wondering if they were different

[@SPADE550]

Is it normal that the bike has water dripping after an oil change. I didn't puncher anything, just removed oil bolt and filter drained, then applied oil.

[@ScoutsOut]

It could just be condensation, did you wash the bike first?

[@SPADE550]

@@ScoutsOut no. It has no smell. It's coming from that small hole at the bottom of the pan(silver).

[@SPADE550]

@ScoutsOut so turns out everything is fine. Thank you.

[@cccccarti]

What Tool was he useing to open up the oilfilter?

[@ScoutsOut]

I use one like this, it never fails on any filter ive taken off amzn.to/3KHrE2o

[@michaelkeith6298]

Is the sight glass empty when the bike is running ?

[@ScoutsOut]

Yes

[@sarahgordon1576]

Does the crush washer come with the oil filter

[@ScoutsOut]

No you have to order it separate

[@8chicagotypewriter8]

One question! Do you have to have the bike vertical to check the oil or does the side stand work?

[@ScoutsOut]

It has to be vertical not on the side stand

[@8chicagotypewriter8]

@@ScoutsOut as always thank you! Getting my attack rearsets because you helped by answering if they rub against the yoshi, which they don’t. Thanks again!

[@ScoutsOut]

Nice dude, glad I could help 🍻

[@JW-lb6vu]

Oh man, I changed mine with the stand down. Is that a bad?

[@ScoutsOut]

@@JW-lb6vu might not have gotten all the oil out but you never really do get it all out, just stay on track with your changes

[@PSNshortydot]

Can I use the yamalube 15w50 full synthetic?

[@ScoutsOut]

I would stick to the manual at least until the warranty is out

[@K10-c1k]

When or should you at all switch to full synthetic?

[@ScoutsOut]

I don't think you can go wrong with synthetic but I would use what Yamaha says to use until your warranty is up if you want to go that way.

[@K10-c1k]

@@ScoutsOut One more question. How do you know what filter to use? The one you listed is different than the one on my bike, mine is a 5GH-13440-80 the one linked ends in 61.

[@tight421]

Where did you get the crush washer from?

[@ScoutsOut]

Amazon, if you buy it by itself there like $5 here is a link to a 20 pack for $10 20-Pack of Motorcycle Drain Plug Sealing Washers - Crush Gaskets - Compatible with DPWM14.223-10 - Compatible with Most Models - By Mission Automotive

[@1000750]

Nice that the oil filter is located in a spot to not drain on the header, now if someone in the last 35 years could just make a faring set up that is nice and simple, couple of bolts and that's it. Whoever invented all the different plastic fasteners and multiple pieces on all sportbikes must not do maintenance on their own bike if they even ride 😂🤣 Are you ever going to hit up Buttonwillow or Sonoma or is it strictly for road use? 🤙

[@ScoutsOut]

Haha right, I’ll get it out to button willow for sure one of these days I’ve been looking at the track schedules. That would be a perfect track for it

[@JarrettJohnson-f4f]

I didn’t read the description and I torqued the oil plug in too tight and stripped it, is that a big issue? What should I do?

[@ScoutsOut]

Ohh no, did you strip the bolt or the threads on the oil pan?

[@izaaccruz9579]

This is a very “noob” question but what size is that crush washer?

[@ScoutsOut]

they are 14mm, here is a link if you want to but them from amazon amzn.to/3QAsAGH

[@munibdanish9262]

I drove my R7 850 miles so far and I didn’t changed the oil yet or took it to dealership for first service. I went to 300 miles ride and didn’t noticed I am already at 550 miles. Now it almost 850 miles, is it bad or did it already damaged the engine?

[@ScoutsOut]

I’m sure it’s fine the possibility of damage is low but I would take it in for it’s first service or change the oil, it’s new and it’s first oil change so you know there are small metal shavings in the oil but there is a filter to grab them up

[@munibdanish9262]

I was worried Alot, Thankyou so much for your reply.

[@KimTualla]

How often do we need to change oil?

[@ScoutsOut]

Every 4k is what the manual says. I’d say the only reason to do any different is if you are doing track days you might want to do it more frequently

[@KimTualla]

@@ScoutsOut Thank you.

[@metalmavenmike80]

Was this the 1k or the 600 miles service maintenance?

[@ScoutsOut]

This was just the first 600 mile oil change, I didn’t take the bike in for its first service I just looked over the bike and changed the oil, I do however recommend the first service with the dealer just to be sure. Per the manual the first break in service is 500miles, which does include the oil change

[@metalmavenmike80]

@@ScoutsOut yeah I am about to call and see how much they are going to charge me. I have worked on cars almost all my life and am very mechanically inclined. Electronic tuning not so much.

[@ScoutsOut]

Haha yea me too, I’m good at electric troubleshooting and fixing problems but tuning has never been something I’ve been interested in until this r7 lol

[@metalmavenmike80]

@@ScoutsOut I'm looking around my place for my ODB2 reader to check all the turning specs and see what's everything supposed to be at but cant seem to find it. I know where R7 port is but not my reader :-(

[@ScoutsOut]

Haha I don’t know where the port it but I got my reader 😂 was just gonna make sure my sons can will pass smog

[@steveshaus5710]

Was this the 600 mile service?

[@ScoutsOut]

Just the oil change portion of the full 600 mile service, but I made a vid of the chain adjustment as well if you want to check that out too

[@josevidana6324]

I just got my r7 last month and the dealership told me to do my oil change at 300 miles, around what mileage do you do your oil change?

[@ScoutsOut]

I did my first oil change around 600, that’s been the common range for a new bike break-in. Congrats on the new bike, how you liking it so far?

[@josevidana6324]

@Scouts Out ok thanks and I love it, it's a little too high for me but other then that I'm glad I bought the R7 I got the 60th by the way

[@ScoutsOut]

You should get used to the height after a while, the 60th is super cool. Congrats

[@josevidana6324]

@Scouts Out ya im getting used to it little by little, but if rather be able to plant me feet

[@ScoutsOut]

Yea I hear ya, I can get the balls of my feet down but not both feet full down

[@Newstarz1]

17 mm doesn't fit on torque wrench

[@ScoutsOut]

If you don’t have the same 3/8 or 1/2 socket you can go buy the size you need or get an adapter that will make your socket work

[@Newstarz1]

@@ScoutsOut thank u , just finished changing oil , I have to do coolant next week bcuz I stripped one of the screws , can you do video on that , but thank you , your video helped me a lot .

[@umar6962]

if you buy a naked bike , you automatically skip the first 4 minutes o f the videoi

[@ScoutsOut]

😂 yessir

[@MotoFlows]

Stop using yamalube!!

[@ScoutsOut]

Haha why is that?