Swapping spark plug in the Star 1300 | Vlog

[@AnthonysWestTexasRides]

14mm socket works incase you dont have a tool bag because you bought a used bike and the previous owner lost it! :/ Another great service video!

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Yes indeed , nice deep socket, and good to go. Thanks for watching

[@markoddi8392]

Extremely well done video. Checks all the boxes. Exact part number, gap, torque, blowing out debris before removing plug, change interval as well as time (per manual) and even where to get the manual. Camera also mounted to avoid shaking and had good sound and lighting. Very professional.

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Thank you . I am glad you enjoyed. It took me a while to film with tripod in my way and looking at the little lcd screen lol. For some this is needed as simple doesn't always appear to be very simple. Ride safe.

[@thorsautor4353]

I am a German VStar 1300 rider and just start to maintain the bike by myself. Your videos are a great help. Thank you for that.

[@dbest1aVlogs]

I am glad they can be of some help. I really appreciate you taking the time to watch, and also comment.

[@jacobb2294]

Great video - literally watched it and then went into the garage and changed out the two spark plugs. Went perfectly, and yeah, I should have done this much sooner....

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Oddly when I filmed this, I wondered just how helpful it would be. Glad to see it's still helping others.

[@SkeggyCruiser]

Nice easy job buddy, I've got mine to do next week, at least they're not too bad to get to, I've have some bikes were I've had to lift the fuel tank up at the back to remove the rear spark plug, RSM8.

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Yes, it’s like easy easy. I really appreciate that. After changing them out, the bike seemed to cruise a bit better. It also starts faster, before it would start with a bit of a pop after, no more. I did add a tad more fuel to the mid range, and the wot. But haven’t ridden much.

[@cvee2614]

You had my full attention at the coffee sip! Cheers

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Lmao. Haha. Love my coffee..

[@baptistrider]

Good maintenance video. I guess I should add that to my list of videos to do when my back gets better and I can ride again. Ride safe and God bless.

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Hope you feel better soon. I've been there with back issues. Change spark plugs is one of the cheapest vehicle running condition improvements that can be done. I figured maybe this would help someone out there one day.

[@BigBadWolfMoto]

The sparkplugs you replaced didn't look bad at all! Great maintenance video, brother!

[@dbest1aVlogs]

I know I thought the same. I did pull a little fuel from the top end on the fuel controller, but I may add it back in. The new plugs did make a difference though. The bike starts quicker, and the bike runs smoother.

[@cruiserjohn74]

I noticed that too..First I thought hmm he already replaced the plugs but no. Sparkplugs did not seem dirty at all. But thanks for taking your time to show how to do it Dbest1a

[@Louberrrto]

You've got some great videos man. I recently bought a 2013 Deluxe and have been watching your videos ever since.

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Thank you very much for the kind words. I do enjoy getting out to ride, and also vlog. I know it's not for everyone , and I understand that. Congrats on the Vstar, such a dang great bike. I know there are better, more powerful ... but man I just love riding it . Did you happen to get the eco flash yet? That is what really put me over the top. It smoothed out the bike soooooooooooooooooooooooo much ... big time. stay safe, and ride safe. Appreciate the kind words again.

[@Louberrrto]

@@dbest1aVlogs I haven't gotten the Eco flash yet. That would probably be great to get considering it will be my daily driver. Thanks for the advise!

[@dbest1aVlogs]

It was a game changer for me. Otherwise I was gonna sell it

[@FCT8306onTwoWheels]

:D wowzers i got almost 27k on my Stryker. Sadly i lost the other half of my toolkit and Partzilla says it isnt available till the 25th of August but i got a plethora of tools so this should be doable. All i got is the rear shock spanner wrench and pliers. Stay cool, im still riding in this heat

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Hmm. I'd check ebay. I see this on there all the time. You can grab one for a vstar 1300 or a 950 too

[@FCT8306onTwoWheels]

@@dbest1aVlogs Partzilla got me, arriving today👍👍

[@tabarnakmoto1548]

Very nice instructional videos!!!! I using 1/2" Matco impacting wrench to install plugs always!!! Very tight, very nice!

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Hmm. I hear that . Thanks for watching.

[@blackhawk2475]

Good instructions. Just wondering if you had to re-gap the new spark plugs or did they come pre-gapped ?

[@dbest1aVlogs]

They were pregapped. I did check them with my gapping tool. Maybe I should have showed that. I didn’t think of it. Thanks for watching.

[@cruiserjohn74]

I really thought that this was going to be boring video but no..I watched the whole video and liked it..I feel I can do this myself :-) Thanks for sharing videos like this Dbest1

[@dbest1aVlogs]

I am glad you found this helpful and enjoyed watching it. Thanks Ride safe out there.

[@RydinginStyle72]

Thanks for the still camera. Looks like a piece of cake! Thanks

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Your welcome. It's not difficult. There is info in the service manual also which can be found free on the vstar 1300 wiki or the Facebook vstar1300 page.

[@zoharlindenbaum]

Another tip - Once plugs are out, gently place your finger in the hole to block it, then use an air spray can and clean all the dust out of the area to make sure everything is clean over there.

[@rongilpatrick1582]

I use the air can before take the plug out

[@GregInMesa]

I wish i could find your How-To for gas tank removal, i see almost everything BUT that. my manual says remove neck covers first but i cannot get the 1/4 turn fastners off, no room.

[@dbest1aVlogs]

There isn't a specific one for gas tank. It's actually lodged into the Oxford heated grip videos. Not so much a how to, but I show me removing it.

[@mrnoedahl]

Great video. Appreciate your help. Do you have any experience in changing the coils. I believe mine are going bad.

[@dbest1aVlogs]

I've never looked at them. First I'd check the service manual for a diagram. What symptoms are you having?

[@mrnoedahl]

@@dbest1aVlogs Hello I changed the spark plugs and that seemed to take care of it. Hopefully that's all it'll take. Again I appreciate your help. The good thing was it wasn't very difficult. I need to change the radiator fluid. Any experience doing that?

[@ichigotrillonator2812]

Looking up maintenance, just got my v star 1300 3 days ago, first ever bike, yesterday I went up to 3rd gear, im trying to get my license in a hurry :( ... and maintenance is big on my vehicles I love to do it my self also

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Congrats on getting your license. These bikes are very, and very capable. Even with a little neglect they do very well. From me to you, stay safe out there, and take your time riding. Keep your head on a swivel, and if you feel a vehicle may do something funny...take the option of slowing down over speeding up ... if within reason. I would also def recommend a msf course.. it teaches sooo much basics, and defines has the ability to help keep you safe. If ever any questions don't hesitate to ask.

[@ichigotrillonator2812]

@@dbest1aVlogs thank you boss

[@xarrow81]

D, did I miss your coolet change video. I couldn't find one and what's the high on your Paul yaffe bars?

[@dbest1aVlogs]

I never did a coolant change video. I wi next time I drop the coolant . Who knows when that will be . Those yaffe bars were 10" high, and wide. I ended up selling them. I have rstd bars on now. Thinking about changing again to something with a 8" rise.

[@DavidSmith-fw6uj]

Love from DeKalb Mississippi USA 🇺🇸

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Thank you good sir , God bless.

[@dasutr]

I heard that you should use anti seize on the threads.

[@dbest1aVlogs]

David Bryson DoMaybe if you store the bike outside , or like to soak the bike in water baths. That’s why I rarely use wash my bike water, I clean it with chemicals.

[@markoddi8392]

Usually you can use anti seize on the threads. NGK has a special coating on the threads and recommends against using anti seize as it is easier to over torque the plugs and possibly strip threads. Yamaha made lots of threads so it is less likely to strip the threads and it cools the plugs better.

[@RyanMcVeigh1]

Thanks! If people don't have the tool, a 14mm deep socket will take out the plug. I almost went out and bought the kit

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Great incite, thank you . Thanks for watching

[@bluesriderDF]

I can change the plugs on my Sporty with my eyes closed, quite literally, and my coffee is still hot. : ) Yours is a little more involved, but not too too bad. I use NGK's also, every 20K.

[@dbest1aVlogs]

This bike likes NGK . No issues. The Buell hates em.. lol. Thanks for watching.

[@mrnoedahl]

Just bought a 2007 with just under 7000 miles. The bike runs great until it gets very hot then at idle it wants to die. And there is also some back fire going on. I’m thinking it might be electrical like spark plugs, spark plug wires, or the coil. What is your take on this problem. As far as I know nothing has been changed on this bike.

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Check battery. Check plugs. Check coils. Add freeze out to gas tank , maybe water in tank. Try some sea foam. Granted these all can take days to cover.

[@mrnoedahl]

Thanks for the help buddy. Changed out spark plugs and got coolant changed. Seems to be alright now. Time to go ride.

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Sweet deal . Enjoy. Add a littlrbsea foam every tank fill up. Keeps the system nice and clean.

[@markoddi8392]

Good find with such low miles. I would start with the basics. Clean carbs well with carb spray and run some fuel cleaner through the tank () , replace air filter with cleanable permanent filter like KN. Now pull and most likely replace the spark plugs. That covers the tune up stuff and should resolve the issues. If you still have issues there is a screen on the fuel pump that gets dirty from age and ethinol gas sitting. It is a little involved (removing the fuel pump) to clean and put back. That should solve it.

[@mrnoedahl]

@@markoddi8392 Thanks for the advice. I found out it was just the spark plugs. Has been running great since I changed them. Fortunately they were easy to get at, and there are only two. 👍

[@Viper6-MotoVlogger]

Nice job bro. It's a lot more difficult on a Suzuki C90T

[@dbest1aVlogs]

vac0002 This is definetly a task that was not hard to do. I wonder what extra is involved in the c90t

[@Viper6-MotoVlogger]

Dbest1a’s Ride the tank on the C90T is fake. You have to remove the console and tank to get to the plugs.

[@RidinCountry]

“Excuse me while I whip this out!”....😂😂 See B, this is how it all started for me. One day changing spark plug, next day making vid of whole primary replacement!!! 😳🤤✌️

[@RidinCountry]

Oh snap!! That’s what that’s for!! Lol!! 🤦‍♂️ I have same tool to take spark out that came with bike. Wow I’m an idiot!!!

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Hahaha. Nuts isn’t it. Winter sucks.. #wintersucks

[@markfraser6307]

Thanks you made look nice and easy

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Thank you for watching. It’s really not that bad of a job, and it makes a nice improvement for the motor.

[@tylerbowerly9277]

Thanks man, much appreciated ❤

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Your welcome

[@nwroadrat]

Learned a lot. Watched the whole vid.

[@dbest1aVlogs]

nwroadrat thank you. I hope this maybe will help someone ... maybe not now , but sometimes In the future.

[@brandongriffin2454]

well made video. This dude sounds smart and cool> good job man!

[@dbest1aVlogs]

brandon griffin Thank you sir, I am glad this video helped. Thank you for watching and stay safe.

[@FatBoy740]

Morning mate 👍. You know what I think am gonna bang some new plugs in the fatty and some new leads I reckon 😂👍.... What’s a Tool Kit 🤔🤔😂😂😂😂👍 if Harley did a tool kit it would be an extra $1000 😂👍🍺🍺👍👍

[@dbest1aVlogs]

FatBoy740 lol.. hey no Harley jokes on my Yamaha channel.. hahahaha .. Yes, I was shocked, I took doing this for granted. It really made the bike run better, in terms of cruising , and even smoother acceleration. I just hope this will be something that will be useful to someone out there at some point. I have a few more of these to do, when it gets warm.

[@FatBoy740]

Dbest1a’s Ride ooh it’s Definitely useful mate for sure 👍👍🍺🍺👊

[@markfraser6307]

Hi bud how often do you adjust your final drive belt on that bike the manual is confusing on how do the job

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Hello, I usually check it every 2k to 5k. I’ve checked it every 2k at one point n it was pretty consistent. I actually keep it on the looser side of the factory spec. I actually am planning to do a video explaining how I check the tension. Basically u can do it on the KStand, which is 1 spec. It can also be done on a lift , which is another number spec. Both listed in the manual. I’ll put the bike on the stand.. take the belt tension tool, check the tension at the indicator point. Take something to stick on the tire to mark your start point. Then I’ll rotate the wheel 45 to 90 degrees.. and check again, note down that belt gap. Rotate the tire again, and check that gap, and mark the tire. Then compare your belt measurements, at tire marks. You will know which point of the belt has the most slack, and can then figure out if you want to tighten the belt or loosen. I like a little looser than spec. Hope this makes sense.

[@sean_ward]

Good job, thanks

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Anytime, thank you for watching

[@sharp859]

what is the iridium equivalent?

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Forget iridium it's not needed. However, to answer your question. I really don't know as I never looked into them.

[@bigogtt4905]

I’ve never had to change spark plugs on anything before. But I wanted to know you are suppose to check them when the bikes cold right? Probably going to get roasted in the comments but whatever. I’m not a wrencher

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Yes , remove n check or replace while bike is cold. When installing, using a tourque can help with learning to gauge tightness.

[@bigogtt4905]

@@dbest1aVlogs You are talking about a torque wench right?

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Sorry . Yes. Even a cheap one from harbor freight is nice. I guess only issue is you have to have the spark plug socket, and an extension to work with the space given. Anyhow it basically will help you understand the feel of torque specs. 12 ft lbs isn't much, but it's hard to gauge that if you've never had the click of a TW to stop you. In reality with the tool that yamaha gives you .. you would tight till snug , then give maybe another 1/4 of a full turn to be sure it's tight. That's somewhat of a ballpark of the tightness. You don't want a loose sparkplug, cause that would cause runningissues.

[@bigogtt4905]

@@dbest1aVlogs well I do have the toolkit that thankfully came with the bike that you used in the video is that what your talking about I need? If so than I got everything I need.

[@cricketspecial7859]

How u made ur front page

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Which front page?

[@ichigotrillonator2812]

Nice video,, I dont have sparky took in my kit💩

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Hmm. Not in the kit under the seat over the battery?

[@ichigotrillonator2812]

@@dbest1aVlogs yeah I got the little pouch but my spark tool is missing

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Hmm. Odd. Well you could pick up a spark plug tool from any auto shop , then a small extension and ratchet. Good simple tool to have on bike trips , along with spare plugs. Just incase.

[@TexRider]

it will only run if you maintane it haha

[@dbest1aVlogs]

So true . Thanks for watching

[@twistygrip4180]

That's a looooooooong spark plug man...........shoulda "inserted" some lube.......er......never seize on those babies!

[@dbest1aVlogs]

Haha, I seriously thought Dave would have beat you to that. Oh wait... his comments next. Brb

[@RidinCountry]

😂😂😂😂 and how did that work out for ya???

[@RidinCountry]

Twistygrip 🤤