Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 service guide Part 1, oil change with Silkolene's Rasberry Goodness!

[@stevesteve1965]

Videos like this can not be simplistic enough. Break pad changes oil changes,rudimentary stuff is a god send. I can imagine many rolling their eyes but really Stewart,this is spot on !

[@borderlands6606]

I agree, so many service videos are of the "first shoot your tiger" variety, and assume intimate familiarity with maintenance regimes. I prefer them aimed at absolute beginners, even when I know most of what's being described.

[@stevesteve1965]

@@borderlands6606 precisely! 👍 🙀

[@GG-ub4ej]

Greatly appreciate this video. I went to the dealer to get my 3000 mile service today and they said I could leave my bike with them and will get to it as soon as possible. When I asked if I was looking at a day or two the guy told me they were backed up 2 months. Bought the supplies and am now considering myself without a dealer for support.

[@hartley383]

Really like your style of delivery Stuart. Clear , no unnessasary waffle and informative. Good work.

[@1990-t1j]

I agree.

[@niionne6661]

Yeah, the desi Videos and the people are talking too much but saying very less.

[@timcollins1131]

As an engineer I agree 100% with your step-by-step narrative, and nice keep it as a record, I'll call it Mil-Spec.

[@OOOUZ]

Engineer of what? He is using a aluminum wahser instead of proper crush washer on the sump plug..lol

[@OOOUZ]

@@RichardsModellingAdventures almost all motorcycles gets upgraded in numerous ways.. Why not just ride a motorcycles the way it comes from the factory? Why add better tires, exhaust, protection etc.,?

[@lukerbs]

Thank you for this video. I like watching someone’s first hand experience with these things vs the manual. That’s just my learning style. Everything worked perfect and I’m glad you split the tutorial up into sections for people who are new to these bikes. My local dealership wanted to charge $400 for the initial post-break-in service. You saved me some money. Keep the videos coming please

[@biswasronit]

My favourite moto vlogging channel. thank you Stuart! love from India.

[@jakesshopandtracktalk1835]

Here I am again commenting on another one of your videos (again actually) like I do every day. However, I decided to try this Silkolene. I’m not sure if I am singing it’s praises or giving a stinging indictment of whatever the last guy to service this bike put in the engine, but 60 MPH comes in FOUR HUNDRED RPM sooner. It’s like a different motorcycle and I dare say that the last fella probably wouldn’t have traded this bike in for something else. The gearbox is significantly better also. What a difference.

[@unclebeard8598]

Sir Stuart, I really appreciate the straight-forward way you present information in your videos. (Even the occasional waffling.) I have viewed every 650 Twins video you have made, and I am glad I did. Thank you! At oil changes I agree with the method you use to ensure an accurate oil level. Between oil changes I like to employ the K.I.S.S. principal, though. After several comparisons, I found that there is only about one millimeter difference in the sight glass between hot and cold checks. I just check the sight glass after the engine is fully cooled. As long as the surface the bike is parked on is level, the oil level shown is plenty accurate. Thanks very much for your enjoyable and very informative videos!!

[@alan2630]

I have watched all your videos on the RE Interceptor and them both informative and entertaining. On deciding to change the oil and filter I watched this one and decided to follow your recommendation on the oil to use. Although I gulped a bit when I saw the price I followed your recommendation. I would not have believed the difference it has made to the gear change. It is back to its very slick change where it had been becoming “notch” prior to the oil change. On draining the oil used by the dealership at the 300 mile service it looked like a thicker mineral oil although I have no way to be sure. Thanks again for the video. I now have the satisfaction of knowing that the job was done properly.

[@paulrendell8797]

Hi Stuart. With us still being in lockdown and the bike shop where I bought my Interceptor still being closed, I decided to do the first service on my Interceptor myself. My handbook says the first service should be carried out between 300 and 600 miles. So with 487 miles on the clock, using your excellent service video's as a guide, I had a crack at it. This is something I haven't done for many years and soon discovered that over those years many of my workshop tools had somehow disappeared! Not to be put off, all the tools needed were purchased and the job was done. I last did valve clearances on an 850 Norton Commando back in the early 1980's and like you, it took me a while to get my eye back in. All my clearances were very tight on every valve. To the point where I thought I must be doing something wrong! But no, I was doing it right. My smallest feeler gauge was 0.05mm and this would only just fit on one of the inlet valves. The rest were so tight I could hardly even feel any movement at all... The exhaust clearance were just as bad. All correct now and it seems to run a lot better. Oil and filter change was a breeze and whilst I was waiting for the engine oil to drain out, I fitted a pair of Tech Bike Parts reverse cone megaphones. Now it sounds like a bike should sound! I just wanted to say, thanks for taking the time to do the service video's. I found the information contained in them invaluable.

[@walterpalmer2749]

I like this motorcycle and the ease of working on it. Good oil & filter is so important. Don't rush your maintenance. Enjoy the process and your bike will thank you. That oil fill window is a nice "plus". Nice job Stuart. Thank you for this video.

[@elliottjones7508]

Sincere thanks for all of the valuable info. Regarding the filter the Mobil 1 M1-104A is a perfect fit and doesn't have the sketchy seal issue. Runs about half the price of the RE filter in the states.

[@tjkanna5562]

Your video shows how much passion you have for bikes and you're carring it like a born baby 🤩 Great job and Happy riding ✌🏼.

[@tillfrers2112]

Please note that fully synthetic oils are also based on normal crude oil wich has been have been specially treated. This means that any engine oil comes mostly from the ground

[@boomerguy9935]

I do this with all of my oil filters for my cars and motorcycles to help prevent or at least, minimize a "dry start". Before installing the new oil filter, fill it to the top with the new oil and let it soak into the media. After about five minutes (while the old oil is draining), about half of the oil has soaked into the media. Holding the filter in your hand, "roll" it at a 45-degree angle to make sure the media is fully saturated. Pour the remaining oil into the pitcher you will use to fill the sump. This way, when you install the filter at a 90-degree angle, no oil will spill out of the filter but the media has no air in it. This is easy, clean, you haven't wasted any oil and you have protected the motor to some degree on startup.

[@yatishvasa3560]

My service is due tomorrow. Will be using RE's engine oil for now but will surely switch to an ester based engine oil in the next service. Keep up the great work Mr.Stuart

[@adibhai12345]

Your channel is exactly what I was looking for. Stuff is explained very clearly.

[@nigelstanley3674]

I live in a condo with only the basement level 3 to work in and heat/humidity, lack of power/light and mosquito’s preclude any thought of maintenance as well as lack of secure space for tools and the like. I was handy with the wrenches many moons ago but sense tells me to leave it to the professionals - but still 8,000km to next service (once I’ve retrieved the bike from Phuket and got it back to Kuala Lumpur). However I will be watching your next MOT style video for tips and things to look out for (not that there is anything like an MOT in Malaysia). Thanks Stuart for keeping us entertained in these fairly testing times.

[@josemathew3916]

Love this oil ,one of the best oil money can buy .Thanks dear Stuart.

[@EarlGrey-YT]

Great video and very instructional. Easy to follow. There's only one RE dealer that had the Interceptor in my state and finding an oil filter is challenging here. If anyone else is looking for an oil filter in th US, the (Mobile1 M1-104a) fits perfectly. Thank you for the video!

[@joebone3151]

We're I love it's the opposite good luck finding a continental gt or Himalayan.

[@edforcer1340]

Good info thanks Stuart. As it happens, Manhattans are my local dealer and supplied my Inter which, at 2000 miles is getting treated to some new oil and a filter. It may not be strictly needed but I like to swap out the oil before mid-summer hits. This stuff has been in there all Winter with all those temperature changes. Cheers!

[@explorewithmusafir]

Stuart, You are an institution, RE must acknowledge you !! #royalenfield

[@andrewslagle1974]

Another great video. I have learned a tremendous amount about these bikes from your videos.Thank you.

[@scottyesch]

Thanks! Just bought a Conti GT650 and am coming up on my first service.

[@joehooyen725]

I always use some brake cleaner around the engine drain plug /filter & pipes after completing the service.

[@stuartfillingham]

Good point Joe, but I do have a cleaning video in the pipeline so didn't want to overlap too much.

[@prateekkataria9473]

Thank you for the detailed and crisp description. A big fan of your channel. Namaste from India 🙏🏻

[@thebookloversretreat5016]

A heartiest thanks 🙏 to you respected sir from the very depths of my heart 💓. As I am a proud owner of interceptor 650 twin ravishing red I really love your videos . Your feedback is quite honest and simple and I really appreciate your hardworking support. I am from India 🇮🇳 and I have already subscribed your channel. May god almighty always blesses you with health wealth and prosperity and happiness and a healthy life full of love and guffaws of laughter.

[@stuartfillingham]

Your very welcome sir! thank you for subscribing!

[@thebookloversretreat5016]

I am really honoured by your kind gestures. A millions and millions of love and happiness from India 🇮🇳. Please do keep up the good work.

[@anroadking]

I think Harley dealer mechanics must swing on the end of a long pipe when they tighten an oil filter. Ridiculously difficult to remove. I've always followed the finger tight plus half a turn. Never had any leaks. Good video Stuart.

[@daveinwla6360]

I suspect that they over-torque it for liability reasons. If it doesn't dribble oil on the rear tire, they won't be blamed for causing an accident.

[@martinowl]

Nice clear informative film. Manhattan are my RE dealer. A good set of very helpful guys.

[@vikismvp2275]

Sir your videos are tempting me to book one of the twins from RE. The decision for me is tough though, whether to go for interceptor or GT650. Subscribed

[@andrerobertdrouin3642]

We used Castrol oil and a magnet pen before putting in new oil , just to get left over slivers of metal , regarding tappets we all had to learn how to adjust them and so did the carberetter when riding high altitude .

[@MOFTV]

I believe that used motor oil can be carcinogenic so I prefer to use disposable mechanics gloves for this type of work. Very helpful to see this for those of us considering the RE650. Thanks

[@IanRudgeBrown]

What is the situation in the uk regarding warranty if you self service?

[@wfdTamar]

@@IanRudgeBrown I have the same question (but in Australia). The owners manual shows how to DIY the basic stuff which implies it’s ok. They also use the term ‘maintenance’ which again implies it’s DIY. Ah, answered in a reply to a comment below.

[@ajk.8244]

just replaced the oil on my gt650 following your video. invaluable!

[@hermitmonk52]

1:08 "Tantrum of downright obstinance where gears refuse to engage at all". My Classic, similar mileage. You forgot to mention this generally happens on a roundabout. Such fun.

[@henryhartley9993]

Very thorough as usual Stuart, noticed a lot of comments coming from India, huge market their so I'm sure your subscription's continue to grow....

[@stuartfillingham]

Thanks Henrey, yes they certainly have made a big difference to the channel!

[@Sergio_Math]

This maintenance series couldn't arrive with better timing, as I am days from my delivery of a new Interceptor. Thanks Stuart!

[@itsasatchel1000]

Love the videos, gives me the confidence to do the next service on my interceptor! Beautiful bike 👌

[@craigmiddleton7669]

Thanks so much ! I will be getting an Interceptor in a couple of months and I feel much more confident and educated about being a motorcycle owner now.I really like the gradient and professional guidance.it is not patronising or on the other hand assuming that I already know about engines. Perfect.

[@stormytempest3907]

Another great video Stuart, wish we had you as a teacher at school!

[@Don-lw4cb]

Your usual helpful and no nonsense advice Stuart, a good video.

[@UncleWally3]

At a glance, the crush-washer on that drain plug doesn’t look like a crush-washer. Well done video!

[@slimturnpike]

I just finished changing the oil and filter on my Interceptor. In the past I took it to my local RE showroom. The video was very helpful thanks

[@SuperCapricorn67]

Thanks Stuart a great video , I use it to get the correct specs when changing oil on my Interceptor .

[@EastboundDwn]

Fantastic series! I enjoyed it thoroughly...👍 I just wish we could get Fuchs locally in the States.

[@mendel6776]

Gave me the confidence to do the change myself. First time.

[@late_nights]

4:18 it is true. In my city/district in India, we have 17 RE dealerships. The parts of interceptor are dead cheap. The cost of full motorcycle servicing + oil change + polishing the bike costs 2500 Rupees(~25 GBP).

[@vinaysindhe]

You are the new James May. Another good video. Looking forward for the valve adjustments tutorial.

[@robertenglish9838]

He's James May without the moola. ;-)

[@joneinarsson402]

Thank you Stuart for all the useful tips. Very clear and good instructions. Best regards from Iceland.

[@1990-t1j]

I used to use Silkolene when I lived in England. I started in 1993. I love the colour. I'm surprised you've bought an RE, but you'll probably raise your eyebrows at my projected purchase of a Can-Am F3-S. Haha!

[@stuartfillingham]

Ive always wanted an RE!

[@dapoppa2256]

We blast the area around the filter, and the drain with brake cleaner. It removes all oil and grease.

[@walttanner5813]

Had my 10,000 km check up. DId most of the work myself. Off to see Def Leppard tonight. :)

[@sylvanchaix6667]

Dear Stuart, bought an Interceptor, looked at a lot of your superbe videos, this is so nice to have you so passionate about Motorcycle. Just did my oil change after watching your video. Bought the Silkolene in Spain since I could not find it in France at this time with the Virus around. Your narration is as good as your knowledge and it is a pleasure for me to listen and follow your instructions which are so precise. In this world it is difficult to find good product well thought and well made. All your reviews direct us to the perfect products to fit our nice Motorcycles. For all this work you are doing I would like to thank you. As a French Man I am so please to have access to our channel. I like as well the research on Norton sade stories, world pollution and even about the virus and B-J. Were you a teacher, professor ? what ever you were you are a great speaker. If you ever decide to come to ride in Ardeche , France I would love you take you on super nice rides in our mountains. Again thanks so much and disregard the nasty comments that some I..d.ts left behind as a proof of their unhappiness. so long. sincerely :)

[@Anthony9592]

I admire your meticulous instruction on servicing the Interceptor 650. I wonder if you could make a video on servicing the Harley Davidson Street 750. I am sure this video would benefit many Street 750 riders. Thanks Stuart!!

[@martinchesworth2721]

Nice thorough video, I'm going to Manhattan Motorcycles today, keep up the good work.

[@melortner7149]

Thank you for all your informative Interceptor 650 servicing videos. However, on your oil change video you do not mention, as directed in the factory service manual, that the bike needs to be on the center stand when viewing the oil level window. Following your instructions of just having the bike on a level surface, my bike showed the oil at the high level mark with only 2 1/2 liters in it. I followed all your other relative instructions regarding starting, running, and shutting off the bike and waiting. Once I put the bike on the center stand, the view window showed the oil level at the low mark and then adding the additional 1/2 liter put it right in the middle where it has stayed since then.

[@stuartfillingham]

Sorry Mel it wasn't intended to teach people how to check the oil level. In my opinion if you dont know how to check the level correctly you have no business attempting to service your own bike!

[@melortner7149]

@@stuartfillingham Dear Stuart, Well you had me fooled. Your 16 minute video detailing every aspect of changing your oil, oil filter, oil measurements AND checking the oil level in the sight glass must have been about something entirely different. 😀 I agree that knowing how to check your oil level is fundamental in servicing your bike but in my humble opinion, if someone goes through the time and effort to create a service video on the topic, it should include accurate information whether the viewer is a novice or an expert. As a former certified professional motorcycle mechanic I’ve always been a staunch advocate of depending on the factory service manual. I knew that Royal Enfield stated that the oil level should be checked while on the center stand but I used your suggested method out of curiosity to see what, if any, difference there might be. As I mentioned previously, there was a dramatic difference and that is why I brought it to your attention. My comment was not meant to be a criticism of your work but rather an observation of, what I thought, was an important correction. BTW, my wife, who has heard your videos from afar, has fallen in love with your voice and narrative style and said she could listen to you for hours. Keep up the good work. Kind regards, Mel

[@BigSkyC0untry]

Hi Stuart, really enjoy your videos. I've just taken delivery of a RE 650 in white and red. I'm based east Yorkshire so may see you on the road 👍🏻 looking forward to when she's fully run in!

[@shredlepzin1654]

** UPDATE *** I spoke too soon; the dealership I bought the bike from had plenty of “parts” (filters, crush washers, etc.) but less likely to carry what they call “catalog accessories.” They completed my first service in less than a day. Finding the oil make and model was the easy part here in the US, trying to track down a source for the filter and crush washer is another story. I have purchased products from folks in India for the Conti, wind screen like the one seen in this video and rear stand spools the products are RE OEM, but not sure how I feel about buying critical parts. Their shipping is quick and pricing seems to be in line with pricing elsewhere, something about buying parts of an eBay site...I might just need to get over it and place the order with them. Thanks for the video and I love my Conti!!!!

[@BaronSupremacy]

@stuart fillingham an update you might find helpful: A studious member of the Royal Enfield USA FB group did some research and determined that the Mobil 1 M1-107A oil filter fits and works properly with the INT/GT 650. I've fitted the M1-107A on my INT 650 without issue, leaks or problems. This is a good alternative to the RE OEM filter.

[@dirtyhabitz2888]

A great vid Stuart, lots of useful info 👍

[@michaeljohnson-li5nn]

Nice video Stuart. I have seen mechanics pre-charge the new oil filter with clean engine oil. Logic behind this is to ensure the engine is not temporarily starved of oil when initially starting the engine. I assume that it could take the oil pump several seconds to fill up an empty filter and consequently the oil won’t be flowing around the engine. Sounds good in practice, but you have to tip the filter over to engage the threads on the bike crankcase. If you are really quick you don’t loose much oil. If access to the filter location is limited then it’s very easy to struggle to start the filter on the threads and a majority of the oil runs out of the filter, thus rendering the process rather counterproductive. Each to their own.

[@stuartfillingham]

yeah do that myself Michael for vertically mounted filters, but this filter is horizontally mounted so oil would all flow out while you were trying to screw it on, big expensive mess!

[@daveinwla6360]

I compromise by just filling the filter 1/3 to 1/2 full before screwing it on. No oil spills out, and the period of no oil pressure at first start-up is reduced.

[@imwatchingyou6113]

Your the man...the man that can... interesting down to earth and at a speed we all appreciate... subbed...

[@shaibalbose1620]

Awesome presentation.... Would like to see you in India some day

[@lukemarshall1260]

Haven't even bought the bike yet but I know what oil I'll be using, great video!

[@Oldvelocette]

Very informative video. Thanks for posting. Looking forward to the valve clearance - tappet video. :)

[@bobstevens9040]

That was concise and informative Stuart. I'm looking forward to the rest of the servicing videos

[@andrewhannam.]

Thinking that what ever Royal Enfield uses for "run in oil" if they even use something similar. This might be why your shifting has improved with the change.

[@adriftatlife]

A loctite 542 can be used which is a hydraulic application thread sealant which would again be overkill for this purpose as Stuart says

[@arthurpendragon9079]

In the US we had AMSOIL in the 1980s. It was popular among racers and motorcyclists.

[@daveinwla6360]

Amsoil is still around. They have fully synthetic 10W50 motorcycle oil. It just doesn't have the API SN spec. It's still SL. P.S. API SL is still specified in the RE service manual.

[@arthurpendragon9079]

@@daveinwla6360 Yep. Still use it. Mr. Fillingham mentioned using synthetics in the early 80s, that's why I mentioned it. I had never heard of the brand he mentioned, but it must have originated at about the same time.

[@cloggsy1971]

Very comprehensive as usual Stuart 👌🏻👍🏻

[@greentrumpet]

A great series of videos breaking down the main service tasks. I have one query regarding warranties, I understand that the "Block Exemption Regulations" that allow motorists to take a car to any competent mechanic do not apply to motorcycles and that the dealer/importer can refuse to honour the warranty. It's then down to who can afford the best lawyer and whether you can prove servicing did not cause the fault/failure.

[@stuartfillingham]

No thats not true. people just keep regurgitating the original draft of the block exemption, and its been revised several times since 2010. any claim you would have against the UK importer would be dealt with by a small claims court (under £8000) It would cost the importer more to defend such a claim than it would to simply rectify the problem. Also warranties are pretty much irrelevant as they can not affect your statutory rights! The consumer rights act 2015 says your motorcycle must be fit for purpose for a period of 6 years and your claim would be against the dealership should there be a problem. This is all old hat! really wish people would just avail themselves of their rights in law!

[@masonmoyer2230]

Mr. Fillingham, thank you the in depth and very clear videos, I just purchased my first bike. A continental gt 650 and all of your videos are extremely helpful.

[@blrmotorcyclesinc.]

Awesome video👌👌👌...waiting for your next one eagerly 🥂👍

[@Alexey2k5]

Small tip for you guys doing work yourself out there: Since you want to change the oil yourself you probably change the V-Belts on your cars aswell. So: Keep the old ones. If you ever run into trouble getting an oil filter off sling the old V-Belt around and use it as an oil filter wrench. Usually you don't need to buy the specialy ones. Saves money and makes your life a bit easier doing home mechanic work. Personally I advise against letting the bike cool down before. Reason is the lower viscosity threshold with hot oil. I can only judge this by my car mechanic experience but hot oil drains faster and leaves less residue in the engine (like cylinder walls and oil channels). Other than that I'm so glad about you pointing out cleaning the oil filter sealing surface and lubricating the sealent ring before installing and ESPECIALLY the hand tightening of the filter. You won't believe how many times I had customers doing oil service jobs themselves and either had the engine dripping oil because the filter wasn't sitting properly or soot on the sealent surfaces or the opposite with filter tightened with the oil filter wrenches to a point they actually flexed and I was barely able to to get them off.

[@jakesshopandtracktalk1835]

You know, it’s out of character for a guy who has changed as much oil as I have in my life to watch a video like this. I purchased the Interceptor with about 4300 on the clock. And frankly I don’t know if the original owner ever did the 300 mile service. It have a false neutral every couple of days at least. The gearbox can be sticky too. I’m at 5300 on the clock and maybe I should just go ahead and do the 6000 mile service a little bit early? It needs chain service currently. I hate to get out of sequence on something like this and it did have new tires upon delivery. So I don’t really know. Which I don’t like to admit but true is true.

[@jakesshopandtracktalk1835]

Update: Oil filter won’t be here for a month so that 6000 mile service interval will happen just about on time. Whether I want it to or not.

[@melfzs]

Nice clear detailed videos Stuart , I've been researching the Interceptor for a while now with the intention of buying one ,they're a great looking bike and your videos have confirmed their value for money and reliability ,I have a test ride booked and am eagerly looking forward to it this weekend ,I'll let you know my reaction , keep up your excellent work .

[@OOOUZ]

13:00 please use crush washer instead of aluminium washer if you would like to avoid leaks.

[@kc329191]

Thank you, very thorough video. The Silkolene oil seems very good too.

[@TheSweetasanut]

I love your vids they are the best bike ones

[@juans3728]

Many cycle owners pour some fresh oil into the filter to saturate for a better reading, do you really need to?

[@stuartfillingham]

Not essential but good practice.

[@yaeshrajsharma1561]

Looking forward to test riding an interceptor soon!

[@kpurohit2000]

Thank you Stuart, from India!

[@markfortin8286]

Hi, Stewart. I recently did the oil change on mine. The dealer only had 6 filters in stock, so I picked up two of them to keep me covered. With sales tax they came out to $14.82 USD a piece, which Google is telling me amounts to £11.79 today. None of the big dealerships stock 10W-50 oil here, which led to a frustrating delay. I was looking for Silkolene, but it doesn’t seem to be widely distributed in the US. I’m still tracking it down for the future, especially after hearing the benefits it had on your Triumph. For now, I’ve settled for a Castrol 10W-50 that met the required specs. I have not had the gearbox issues you speak of, although after a few hundred shifts the uncanny smoothness began to give way to the more familiar ‘clunk’ or ‘click’ feeling when shifting.

[@stuartfillingham]

If you email Silkolene on the link in the video direction im sure they will help you out Mark!

[@markfortin8286]

@@daveinwla6360 Thanks for the info, I'll look in to those, as well!

[@daveinwla6360]

In the U.S., Motul (Indian) and Bel-Ray (U.S.) are more readily available, as is Elf in France. They are fully synthetic 10W50 with API SN compliance.

[@gjpopper3863]

I've read but hadn't tried it but a Mobil One , M1- 104 will work on these RE bikes

[@gjpopper3863]

I found place in Texas USA that sells Silkoline and it's reasonably priced . You've got me wanting to give it a try .

[@paulfitzpatrick9231]

Another great instructional video !

[@triumphrider9796]

That plug and filter did seem excessively tight. Back when my Daytona was new, and ready for its initial service, the dealer told me the Triumph oil filter wasn't yet available, and they'd been told to use a Honda item. Worked just fine.

[@UncleBogator]

Thanks for these. I am almost 400 miles and about to do mine this weekend. The dealership told me the first service had to be done at an authorized service center or the warranty would be voided. I don’t think it’s true and I want to do it myself.

[@ajb08]

Very informative video, excellent. I would imagine the same filter would fit the new Super Meteor 650 ?

[@jcruiz]

very informative video. thank you stuart!

[@starboy3735]

Its like im getting advice from my okd british grandfather, feels good

[@tinks43]

Always satisfying doing a service yourself, shame I don’t have the time for it with the 2 little ones. Smooth as silk 🤣

[@robertaperrone1594]

Thanks for the video, could you write how many newtonmeter we need to tie the oil bolt? Thanks 🙏🏻

[@robertenglish9838]

Good man, Stuart. Just picked up a 650INT (US) because someone got a divorce in NY. Your videos have been enormously helpful, even though we drive on the wrong side of the road here. I'm wondering if at some point, maybe just once, you could substitute some melodeon music for the banjo/guitar opening music. That would give you two violations of the Geneva convention. I don't suppose you have any bagpipes laying around, do you? Have to ask. Keep up the good work, brother.

[@davidmyall6523]

Followed your oil change video . It was very good but you did omit one o ring on oil filter spring assembly. Had it left over from kit couldn't fathom out where it went. Not mentioned in Haynes manual either. 😭

[@stuartfillingham]

Not surprised haynes didn't mention it. They don't have a manual for this bike! Oh and there is no spring assembly for the filter.

[@pauledwards5354]

Nice one Stewart,easy to follow instructions.

[@fullboreraw]

Thanks for sharing this, Stuart. Tried to follow this but ran into a few issues, the main one being that the mounting bracket for the sump guard blocks the removal and replacement of the oil filter (2019 Interceptor), so I presume I need to figure out how to remove not only the sump guard, not mentioned in this vid I think, but also its mounting bracket which is a much more substantial and potentially hard-to-remove piece of hardware. Any pointers defo appreciated from anyone! Thanks so much!

[@stuartfillingham]

should be a 2 minute job to remove them

[@fullboreraw]

@@stuartfillingham Yeah not bad in the end. Four additional bolts for the sump guard and then two more for the mounting bracket, cunningly designed to perfectly block access to the oil filter! Thankfully none of them were seized...job done!

[@gwynnromano5881]

I always pour a little oil into the new filter in order to wet the filter medium. You don’t fill the filter, just enough that the oil is absorbed into the medium. Cheers

[@stuartfillingham]

yeah problem is this filter is installed horizontally so instructing people to do that leaves them open to spilling oil all over the floor!

[@daveinwla6360]

@@stuartfillingham I just fill the filter can about 1/3 to 1/2 so it doesn't spill out when I screw it on. That reduces the time that the engine runs without oil pressure when you first start it up.

[@stuartfillingham]

I understand what you mean Dave I just dont think it could be done with the RE filter without most of it going on the floor!@@daveinwla6360

[@daveinwla6360]

@@stuartfillingham If the RE filter is made like other screw-on filters, as long as the level of the oil is below the center line when the filter is horizontal, the oil will pool on the bottom wall and not flow out. In the interest of science, give it a try! :-)

[@christopherd2100]

Surely there's another filter somewhere that fits this application. Figuring that out could both improve quality and reduce cost.

[@VadimNYC]

Subscribed. Thank you for such a great maintenance video. I do not own this bike but I am think of selling my current Kawasaki Versys 1000LT which is a rather large bike for daily commuting but further more has difficult type of maintenance. I think the INT650 will be a more lighter bike to zoom around NYC traffic and self maintenance seems easier.

[@BaronSupremacy]

Cannot get Silkolene in Canada, so I went with Castrol Power 1 SAE 10w50 4T Fully Synth.