How-To: Honda Shadow VT750 Oil Change

[@Taino871]

Matthew, I am 53 years old .I have had Harley’s, Honda’s, Yamahas. And Honda is by far my Favorite because of how simple they are and The engines are bulletproof. But your video is by far the most simple, self explanatory videos out here. And you know there are many. I put your videos in the Top 5. Thank you so very much and keep up the great work.

[@HTMR]

Thanks for the compliments!

[@RaulGarcia-cg3vn]

Hey brother..looking at shadow 750 and vstar 1100..would you still pick shadow over vstar? And why..thx

[@Ivan-en2im]

7 years later and this is still helping people man! subscribed my brother, ride safe guys

[@philgarrett5947]

Just bought my 1st bike.... 2000 Honda Shadow VT750DC, 24k miles..... it's been in for the 24k mile service, but this video was helpful and the oil change def is easy.

[@Sabe-Stormrage]

Thanks for making this! Recently got myself a VT750 ACE and was actually wondering how to change out the filter on it! And heating up the oil a bit is something i didn't even consider, great tip!

[@omflyer1535]

I just did my lady friends oil change on a 2006, Honda Shadow 750. It's a trike though but same motor. I had to jack up the rear so I could get a bit of room for pan and my hands. The front was not jacked up and upon taking off the bolt the pan could only fit just up to the bolt. It shot oil outta the pan and made a mess. But live and learn right? No mistake ONLY lessons. I really appreciate your work and time to help.

[@Bonville66]

How is this 8 years old, that is such a good video. I really like your calm ways to explain something. Really good work.

[@kevinf2008]

This is a great video. Cheers. I'm after getting my 1st ever bike and its a Shadow VT750 ACE. This video will come in very helpful in the next day or 2 when i change the oil and filter.

[@miguelasantiago9543]

A beautiful video! Thank You so much for teaching us. You really are a great American. God bless you!

[@jeffr0]

Man, that's a quiet running bike. Thanks Matt. Always great vids.

[@doocieonu]

Explains the name Shadow

[@donniecollins3733]

awesome video , I'm a new Honda shadow vt750dc owner and I love it , great motorcycle

[@HTMR]

Glad it helped!

[@ToSaveAPrincess]

I just purchased mine yesterday! Thank you on the dipstick tip!

[@wcharles24]

Could you please make a video on how to replace the ENTIRE clutch perch for a 99 Honda Shadow 750. Im up to my ears in lever replacement videos.

[@davesweeney747]

Thanks for taking the time to make the video. Very helpful!

[@DanRegalia]

Thanks for the video! Just got done changing the oil on my 98 Shadow. Video helped a lot

[@HTMR]

Your welcome Dan!

[@elissaemmons1831]

This is really helpful! Any videos on how to change the coolant? Can’t seem to find any.

[@cri8tor]

Been finding a lot of problems with my used 2003 Shadow ACE. Please consider a short video on installing a battery box and how the cables and wires are supposed to be placed. I can already see that the battery cables were incorrectly installed as well as the carbs and the choke cable, so I'll be going through all of that. Thank you for the great tutorials.

[@cri8tor]

Hi Matt. Really like your videos, but wish you'd revisit the 2003 era Honda Shadows. There is so much about these bikes left to do. Cheers

[@HemiLyfestyle]

I purchased one about 2 months ago, I just got it back from the paint shop, I've just about replaced almost all parts and ready to finally ride it

[@DiabloArts89]

Great video. I give it 9 out of 10. Much better than other videos on youtube.

[@HTMR]

Only 9/10???? Why not a 10.....LOL?

[@DiabloArts89]

Needs better camera angels on the lower end of the bike. Which I understand is near impossible, but I reserve that 10 for the impossible. lol

[@HTMR]

Yup, agree.

[@Kooifish.]

MatthewMCRepair how do I know what bolt is the drain plug?

[@joshuabentz6581]

You'd get a 10/10 if you were a thick chick in a bikini! 🤣

[@rickwilliams678]

I just got a vt 750 honda shadow arrow for Xmas 2005 has a lot of up grades mustang seat fiber glass racks on back.. But the guy never showed us how to do the oil .water and what ever else there is an may I say your video is excellent thanks

[@Xiuder]

Thank you so much for the video!

[@elissaemmons1831]

Any videos on how to change the coolant? This video is awesome but I can’t seem to find one on a coolant flush. Any advice would help thanks!

[@circleception3916]

Would this work for a 2022 Honda shadow aero? It looks freaking identical but just wanna be sure

[@KingKong-wv6is]

When checking oil level, do you screw in dipstick or without screw in to check, thanks!

[@theblueshadow777]

You don't screw in the dipstick to check oil. Bike level.

[@oldskoolbrawler]

Thank you for the video. Just changed the oil on my 02 Shadow which I bought today! You said you listed an owners manual download but I don’t see the link.Id be very interested in getting this. Can you tell me how to acquire this? I’d be very grateful

[@TheRon3141]

I would like a good manual for the 2009 spirit shadow model. What should I look for and where?

[@TheRon3141]

Great video. My spirit shadow is lowered and I don’t have a stand. I found it hard to remove the drain plug. I have it put away is there any chance the plus is not 17 mm? My dealer sold me a 14 mm plug after looking up the part.

[@villiam2696]

Hello Matthew! What would you recommend to check/replace after buying 2007 750cc? 19000 km milage. I don't like how it starts cold in summer, and turning lights are always on. Thank you!

[@farmgirl3359]

Hey!!! Idk if your able to help or have a video about it. But coolant flush?? I like your videos . But can't seem to find it. HD 750 ACE 03. Thanks-Tiffany

[@murrayhicks909]

Any how to change the belt on a 2003 Honda Shadow 750 Ace Deluxe out there?

[@BuckeyeintheSkyNews]

Ty 👍 , NEW SUBSCRIBER ,very helpful, I'm doing my first oil change on this bike ( 2004 aero ) sound and looks the same as the 02. I'm going to scan through your vids for more info on this bike. Thanks again 👍👍

[@kaseyod113]

How’d it go? I have a 04 aero that I just bought and the local Honda shop quoted $150 +1 week for an oil change so I figure I will do it myself.

[@alexesco1521]

My friend I bought my first one where I can buy all those?

[@DavidJustice-c1h]

I just purchased a 2007 Shadow VT750.Been sitting for 7 years.What is the best way to see if the engine turns over?Should I put anything in the cyclinders to let soak?It has 8K miles

[@HTMR]

Pull the plugs and put in some oil. You are going to have to clean out the fuel tank and the carbs for sure: howtomotorcyclerepair.com/hondashadowcarbclean/

[@DavidJustice-c1h]

@@HTMR How much oil should I put in each cyclinder?A couple of Tbsp. maybe?

[@rinodelucia1669]

What's the abbreviation of the filter you used? Thanks!

[@MrCrescent2010]

Thanks for the DETAILED video. I will be attempting my first oil change soon. My only concern how to work under it with not enough room??

[@HTMR]

You'll have to lay on the ground, should be enough room.

[@maxferrigni]

Solid post - using it to help me change my oil today.

[@bigdog4375]

I change the drain plug washer every time. They're cheap. I get it for 50 cents. They stick on the oil pan MOST of the time because they're aluminum and when they get tightened too tight, they will press into the drain hole. You will see a ridge around the hole in the washer confirming this.

[@kaseyod113]

Where do you get them?

[@kennypool]

I just changed my oil because the petcock was leaking when in the off position. Seems some gas got into the oil thru the carbs, anyway the oil smells like gas . However the amount of oil 83 ozs was the same amount as usual. I guess it doesn't take much gas to dilute the oil.

[@geraldsilveira8369]

Question about a 2002 shadow Ace engine oil looks like transmission fluid? Runs and shifts smooth. Has 40,000 miles, was thinking maybe high mileage oil. Seller didn't seem to know why.

[@HTMR]

Oil does come in different colors. Probably have to pay extra for that also LOL.

[@miltonbennett3754]

Awesome vid... quick, easy, & Straight to the point 👉 you're definitely the Man 🦾🦾

[@RichardAllenCramer]

No service manual yet?

[@luuvongchong3554]

I plan to buy a shadow slasher 750. I don't know how to check the production year, can you help me? thank you

[@H2commsNet]

Thanks a mill man! Great vid.

[@thefourwheelerdoctor7808]

Is this the same procedure for a Shadow 2014?

[@markusmorales1426]

I Have the same bike I need to know how to change the sparks plugs I’ll appreciate please and thank you

[@jimmiegraybill2524]

If you haven't found the answer yet, honda has specific thin wall sockets for the spark plugs.

[@nature111]

Very nice, no droning on and on like some videos, good job

[@HTMR]

Thanks!

[@ernestogarcia5671]

gerg keehner great video. Very helpful

[@allstarlocksmith]

Well done! I have a 2003, 5200 miles….

[@aliiraq2789]

Hi guys, what is the recommended oil for honda 2003 shadow vt750 Is it 10w-30 or 10-w40

[@310smoker]

Either is fine .

[@ben-jammin2284]

Can I check the oil level while the bike is on the kickstand and get an accurate reading or does it have to be upright?

[@HTMR]

Upright only.

[@raybarcinas6335]

Helpful vid, thank you!

[@calliepepper5328]

How can I get the manual for 2002honda shadow

[@garys9828]

Very helpful video still in 2022!!!

[@barwills42]

Great vid, straight to the point thanks.

[@HTMR]

Your welcome, Barry.

[@miltonbennett3754]

....by The way I have a 98 Honda shadow Ace 750 and I wouldn't trade it for the world 🙏very reliable bike👍

[@Mseraphine]

Do you have any information on adjusting the idle on the Shadow 750? I know where the knob is to adjust it but it is a beast to get my fingers in there!

[@HTMR]

I find that the knob is pretty easy to access and turn. Should be on the left side, correct?

[@Mseraphine]

MatthewMCRepair I can just barely get to it, was wondering if there is a way to remove that chrome plate that is attached to the choke. haven't quite figured it out yet.

[@HTMR]

Email me here with pics:www.howtomotorcyclerepair.com/contact/ Been too long since I worked on this model.

[@shamshersingh7736]

I just bought my first bike 2000 Honda shadow 750 . how many kilometres should I need to put after every oil change?

[@jeffiid5609]

I do mine every spring

[@daveyjones8342]

can i use 10w-30 advanced full synthetic oil (castrol edge high mileage) my bike only has 30,000 miles on it. will it make much difference?

[@HTMR]

I never use synthetic unless it calls for it. Make sure to use oil rated for motorcycles. Use this oil: amzn.to/2Jh3klk

[@miguelangelwillis1256]

Muchas Gracias Hermano!

[@jennimoser8777]

Great video! My bike has been sitting for 1-2 years, should I still start it up to warm the oil, or just change BEFORE I start it? thanks!

[@HTMR]

I'd start it up then change it. Bigger problem is that your carbs are probably dirty. I have a carb clean video on this bike as well.

[@smalltownguy76]

How often do you change air filter? and where is is located?

[@MrEjblanco]

Make a habit with every oil change or twice before...

[@christinacaldwell7347]

the oil pump chain is loose on my dads 07 Honda shadow spirit....do you have a video on how to adjust that or where the tensioner is (if there is one)? we have been looking all day for videos on how to fix it but only find videos of men just showing that its loose...

[@HTMR]

I've worked on other models with loose oil pump chains. There is no adjustment on some models and really doesn't matter since it is not timing anything. You'd have to double check on your model.

[@connoisseurofcannabiscarsp3755]

In summer since I ride from Vail where I live down to Tx where it is always 105-110f so I use CASTROL 20/50 V-Twin oil And a K&N filter since tgey are both free.My nephew is sponsored inhis Funnny Car by Castrol and K&N..I use NGK plugs and I replace place the oil. every 2,000 miles. I oslsu use a bit of Lucas oilstabilizer which I run a.liquid filled pressure gauge and its it extremelygreat!! I run a 38 tooth rear Hwy SPROCKET..anyway..I can run 85-90 no issues andvill tin 65-70 psi ..Mine is strippedcand bobbed and only run a simple 10 gauge bate solo seat with black leatger..no foam..Back half was proffesional done and converterted to a true Hatdtail.Tins are panited Vapor Blur Metallic..Similar to James Deans 1955 Porsche 550..Blue Collar Bobber 38inch drag bars along with V&H drag pipes for the exhaust with a stage3. jet kit..I run 705 Knobby Dual Sports and its lowered 7 inched un rear and 2 inches up front. I run tucked handle bar cables,not turn signals,no low/hi brigh switch,horn on the left & on right no starter or kill button.Just clean bars...No one has ever figured out how to start it.There is a way which uses a key but one with a key and one without..No one hagurexI justbhit 54,000 like miles on it and I have a 2018 INDIAN BOBBER SCOUT THATVIFCKN LOVVVVVE IT!! I ONLY ONLY OPTIONED FOR SPOKES AND MINI APRAS..I LOWERED 5 MORE INCHES MYSELF..I HAVE A 2000 TL1000R,2015 hyabusa and Piped Triumph thruxton,..Last bikecis my 1955 and 1957 74ci panhead Hybrid my pop built in H.S.shop and it still just like it was in 58. leals oil butvstill run as goodcasxsnyone would imagine..its never left me stuckban im 43..INDIAN IS A WAY BETTER BIKE THAN THE NEW HDs..thats100!!

[@kellyhose1]

Thanks for good video

[@nikkiswider9569]

Ty for making it easy! Well seems that way, just started riding last year, upgraded to this bike and trying to learn to do my own mechanical crap so I don't have to depend in hubby or a shop! 😂🤣😂🤣

[@HTMR]

Your welcome!

[@meladmabdelmalek9638]

I have honda vt400 model 2002 if you have the service manual ?????? I need it please

[@4GivenbyIam]

How would you recommend doing it without a lift brother?

[@HTMR]

You'll have to lay on the ground.

[@MrEjblanco]

You could put it on a curb

[@4GivenbyIam]

@MrEjblanco I ended up first using a paver and the second time used the ends of two car ramps and propped her up that way.

[@nanzizzle408]

do you need to do something else to remove oil light from speedometer

[@kingfoojitsu]

How often you do oil change on motorcycle? I have a 2012 Honda shadow phantom and I'm at 1,500 mile without oil change.

[@HTMR]

Why not download the owners manual? It should have the maintenance chart. I believe the first oil change is around 600mi, after break in.

[@alexesco1521]

How many miles can make a oil change?

[@xPL4R]

i think mine is driven by drive shaft or maybe its just a cover idk just fixing it up for a project

[@meinbherpieg4723]

Service manual is not on the website: "Coming Soon"

[@codyrae549]

Why did you put the new filter on before draining the old oil?

[@HTMR]

I like to R&R the filter first. It doesn't matter the order you do it in.

[@alessandroarcari9834]

Very usefull matthew very good ! thank you

[@ColinBrannagan]

Would you trust Amazon Basic’s oil? It’s 10W-40, and half the price.

[@HTMR]

I don't think it is rated for wet clutch use in a motorcycle. I could be wrong.

[@ryangamble5131]

Hell to the naw. Honda oil is not that expensive on amazon for the jug. Gn4 1 gallon 10w40 $28.

[@joshuabentz6581]

Thank you for your very informative video you did an excellent job and made this very easy for me. I recently purchased an '05 750 and it's my very first motorcycle so I know I have a lot to learn. I was just curious if you happen to know, my bike seems to be misfiring occasionally and when it does as soon as it pops a few times the bike rides so much better and faster I was just curious on what I should consider doing to fix this problem and whether it's a serious problem or an easy fix. Whether you know or not I just wanted to say thank you for the video and I greatly appreciate it.

[@Fo4assaultriflefan92]

Check spark plugs and ensure high octane fuel. If not maybe timing issue

[@shexdensmore]

Was that synthetic and what are the intervals?

[@HTMR]

Can't remember. Intervals should be in service manual, can't remember that either.

[@ghostka12]

hi... can you show me how do I change fuel filter...

[@HTMR]

+Miguel Angel Castillero Arauz I don't have a video on that sorry.

[@SuperJacka55]

What size is the washer?

[@TK-qx9mc]

Great video. Very helpful. Thank you.

[@MichaelDupre-w2n]

another Shadow with a chain... when did they start using drive shafts?

[@OverTaking-Is-Allowed]

Pls can you tell me how to get to the LOW OIL SENSOR CUT OFF SWITCH for my 02 Honda shadow ACE 750? This is my first bike. I was told there are two cutoff switch. I chAnged the oil and may have put lower than recommended by accident. Ive topped it off with the right amount but my dipstick gauge is showing full but It won’t start. I was told there’s a low oil cut off switch but I can’t find it. I can’t find my manual. Thank you.

[@HTMR]

What do you mean it won't start? No crank? Or cranks and won't fire?

[@OverTaking-Is-Allowed]

MatthewMCRepair it cranks but won’t fire.

[@HTMR]

@@OverTaking-Is-Allowed Check for spark. Are plugs getting wet with fuel? Try starting fluid.

[@OverTaking-Is-Allowed]

MatthewMCRepair alright, I’ll try that and give you feedback. Thank you.

[@OverTaking-Is-Allowed]

MatthewMCRepair I’ve checked and there’s no spark. What do you recommend?

[@tomgar7085]

Would you know wears the master cylinder for rear break trying to bleed it can’t find it

[@HTMR]

Follow the rear brake lever...it will lead right to the master.

[@Markass-zc6fx]

Great video...thank you 🙂👍

[@LukeO-1234]

Would the oil type be the same for my 04 sabre 1100?

[@HTMR]

Probably. Double check with service manual.

[@davidcasarotto6496]

very good and helpful

[@adam6ism]

I have very noisy tappets on my 750 shadow What oil should I use?

[@HTMR]

Try 20w50

[@agustinmontoya6335]

thank you very much, this video help me a lot.

[@HTMR]

No problem.

[@mikenacho6224]

Guess I'm a little redundant here but thanks for the vid!! Cheers! Time to go for a ride.

[@tantaluss68]

I have both the service manual and the owners manual but man i cant find what size oil filter to use I have to trust amazon or Walmart to tell me if it fits I'd rather read it in my manual

[@HTMR]

Links are in vid description.

[@WDWGFH]

What type of oil should I use

[@HTMR]

amzn.to/32BjqRb

[@dukecally5072]

I’m trying to figure where I can find one of those stands to change my fluids! I had my shadow in the garage over winter I put fuel treatment in but I still can’t start it. Anyone know any tricks? I’m new to motorcycles 🙏

[@joshuabentz6581]

Harbor freight has motorcycle lifts reasonably priced you should check it out and I hope you find what you're looking for. Good luck and safe riding to everyone

[@garyteague9555]

thanks for showing this it was helpful

[@clab92able]

Anyone have an idea where I can get a tube for my rear wheel 160/80 r15?

[@GreenArrow31798]

I’m having an issue because even after doing everything it’s leaking now from carburetor

[@rionreenakhanal7820]

Nice now I will change oil too

[@Romans116.]

How many miles until you have to change the oil?

[@HTMR]

I forget the mileage. Check your owner's manual.

[@Romans116.]

MatthewMCRepair I didn’t get one when I bought it :/ and I can’t find it online

[@HTMR]

@@Romans116. Try these links powersports.honda.com/downloads/owners-manuals www.vt750dc.com/maintenance/service-manuals

[@kennyseals7387]

Is it normal for them to have that wine to them

[@jtflypegasus]

Thank you

[@1herbiekritzer]

Thanks!

[@karolykornelschlosser5305]

thank you!

[@HTMR]

Your welcome!

[@dragonlord221]

i dont see the book on ur site

[@HTMR]

I had issues uploading it. Email me here and I will send it to you: www.howtomotorcyclerepair.com/contact/

[@gasparin7208]

Hey bro... ✌🏻😎

[@taloffer]

Tks. 😊