Hey where did you get that awesome oil pan/bottle?
@paulmorneault57896 жыл бұрын
I used to be a govt. trained jet engine mechanic. With that I am complementing you on your tutorials. They are excellent. Your specificity on torques, comparing various manuals and your attention to cleanliness and attention to detail demonstrate your competence. Keep up the good work. :)
@TDubsKid6 жыл бұрын
thanks man! I always try to get the job done right even if it takes more time
@DustySquitoNM5 жыл бұрын
For real though. So many tutorials don't have torque specs or bolt sizes. The production value on these tutorials make me think of ChrisFix, but with a more pleasant voice and less Soapy Wooder.
@reggiepaulk5 ай бұрын
Wes, I can’t thank you enough for this video. I just changed my oil, and your explanations along with all the torque specs were a massive time saver. I really appreciate it.
@TDubsKid4 ай бұрын
Glad to hear! Need to change my oil and filter soon as well haha glad to help
@wklentzman6 жыл бұрын
I'm 57 years old and amazed at how much you know about your bike. Most old guys don't know how to maintain a bike like that. I had an old Honda Cub 50 that was given to me non-running when I was about 14 yrs old. I learned so much from that bike.
@TDubsKid6 жыл бұрын
wklentzman haha thanks. Yeah its definitely a good skill to learn I been learning mechanical stuff when I was really young too
@TDubsKid6 жыл бұрын
wklentzman my first bike was a TTR90 haha
@cudaker6 жыл бұрын
@@TDubsKid :))) Would like to see a pic of you on it
@TDubsKid6 жыл бұрын
I may have to post a pic of the old days on facebook or instagram at some point haha
@blusnuby25 жыл бұрын
Correction: MANY guys (under) 40 don`t know much about basic motorcycle maintenance, but almost all, (over) 65, DO...
@Levi-po1nf Жыл бұрын
Just got finished changing the oil and filter on my "barn find" 1987 TW200. Thanks for the great tutorial- it made the process so easy.
@TDubsKid Жыл бұрын
awesome! glad to help, ride on!
@PineyRider4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, TDK, you made it that much easier. Not that changing oil is THAT difficult. With your video, It went a whole lot easier. Knew exactly what to have to make the job effortless. You're a good "teacher" and make excellent videos. More millennials should be like you!!!
@TDubsKid4 жыл бұрын
no problem! glad you found it helpful 😃 thanks
@dustinsegers45346 жыл бұрын
Great channel content and production! Also family friendly. I appreciate that since I can listen with the kids around. Thanks.
@TDubsKid6 жыл бұрын
hey thanks! glad you enjoy it! no problem, I try to keep it family friendly as much as possible :)
@bsmith91236 жыл бұрын
Another great vid bro! It’s awesome to have found a channel obsessed with tdubs
@TDubsKid6 жыл бұрын
thank you! glad to hear :) the TW200 is the bomb
@riverrat86934 жыл бұрын
Right! I was like wtf wheres my dipstick... then I was like oh I bet this lil sight glass is it. Then I was like omg wtf theres no oil in there... bout had a heart attack the damn thing only has 200miles on it.
@judgemally50345 жыл бұрын
Just wanted to thank you and share my true appreciation for finding your channel I was always skeptical to do my own wrenching but your vids have showed me the way
@TDubsKid5 жыл бұрын
hey thanks! so much appreciated. glad to hear the videos were helpful 😃
@ucpots2 жыл бұрын
I've watched this video many times. I watch it every oil change. I can change the oil on my Tdub in the dark but I like how precise your explanations are and I enjoy watching this. Thanks.
@TDubsKid2 жыл бұрын
hey glad to hear the vid is a great resource for you. no problem
@cmonmeow5 жыл бұрын
Thanks dude. Been watching for a while. Finally got a TW, perfect city bike, and finished my first oil change.👍
@TDubsKid5 жыл бұрын
no problem! glad this video was helpful! there will be many more to come!
@richardmurray43705 жыл бұрын
Real helpful video! Just changed my TW oil for the first time after watching it. Torque specs and part numbers were a big bonus. Thanks.
@TDubsKid5 жыл бұрын
hey good to hear! i'm glad it was helpful, I try to give as much information as possible. your welcome! I'm currently working on a sprocket and chain replacement video
@CB-ww7qy Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tutorial on how the bits fit together, your vids are spectacular. I just picked up an 07 with 2472 miles on it, got the oil/filter change done today. It had the stock screen filter which was pretty dirty . Looks like the original greenish air filter in it as well. She runs and sounds so much better.
@TDubsKid Жыл бұрын
no problem! started making these videos because I couldn't find any at the time. awesome, should last many more miles!
@badbiker6664 жыл бұрын
I never had much interest in off road bikes until my son-in-law decided he wanted one. So I started looking around and discovered that there is a wide range of "dirt" bikes with very greatly disparate abilities. So I had to decide just what kind of off road riding did I want to do. Since I have been riding street bikes since 1988, I decided that a dual-sport would be best for me. And of course every manufacturer had more than one to choose from. I saw a video from SRK Cycles in Pennsylvania called "Why the Yamaha TW200 SUCKS at everything, but you should still get one" and decided to look more into the TW200. Then, very shortly afterward, I discovered your channel. Not only did I subscribe, but I have decided to get one of these wonderful machines (as soon as I can afford it). I don't know what my son-in-law wants, but I want one of these. There is a downside, of course. I live over 25 miles from town and the connecting road is a 65 mph state highway. Well, I will work that out. Thank you for introducing me to your world, TDubsKid.
@TDubsKid4 жыл бұрын
nice! yeah there are many types off off road bikes for sure, I like the street legal ones just because it gives me more freedom, yeah it's nice to be off the street a lot of the time, don't have to worry about bad drivers as often that way. haha it is a great little bike for what it is. oh dang, are there not any back roads? I take all the back roads here. I can get mostly anywhere. no problem! thanks for watching :)
@DianneGerrity2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I save about $70 bucks doing this myself excluding the torque wrenches ! Next I want to adjust the valves. Will be using your video.
@TDubsKid2 жыл бұрын
No problem Glad it was helpful! 😀
@SeanLawn716 жыл бұрын
Dang kid. Just discovered you yesterday and your videos are some of the best videos I’ve seen!! I was a few days from ordering a CSC TT (first dual sport bike)until I saw your videos on the TW. Never heard of the TW. You make the TW very very appealing. Decisions decisions. Keep up the GREAT work!!
@TDubsKid6 жыл бұрын
hey thanks glad to hear you enjoy the videos! yeah that csc tt seems kinda cool. I do know the tw200 is extremly durable and reliable
@SeanLawn716 жыл бұрын
TDubsKid - My thoughts exactly. Very durable and I love those wheels!! Seems to be quite a TW cult following. Not finding many other TW KZbin videos though. Keep up the outstanding work!
@TDubsKid6 жыл бұрын
yeah it's a great little bike that has been around forever, yeah not tons of videos out on the tw, will do thanks!
@TheMaxpoma8 жыл бұрын
I love this bike it's the most fun I have ever had on a motorcycle! This thing is a tank it will go anywhere and it's so dependable! No wonder they never changed since 1987
@TDubsKid8 жыл бұрын
true that!
@williamhodgman40702 жыл бұрын
Once again you have saved the day. You save me so much time trying to figure it out. Thank You
@TDubsKid2 жыл бұрын
Glad to help!
@PAYNEFPV9 күн бұрын
Coming from a drz400 and ktm390…having one drain plug and not having to remove a bunch of hardware on the skid plate is so nice 😂 Great video. I’ll be doing my first oil change and valve check soon on my 2024!
@rustyracine12715 жыл бұрын
Best Oil change guide on KZbin
@TDubsKid5 жыл бұрын
thanks!
@chuckgraham7345 жыл бұрын
nice job on the video very easy to follow. Just did the first oil change on my bike. for any 1st time diy people when i pulled out the original oil filter the inner rubber seal stayed in the bike. had to pull it out with needle nose pliers.
@TDubsKid5 жыл бұрын
thank you! glad you found it helpful. yeah pretty common for that to get stuck in there
@socaloutdoors73553 жыл бұрын
Getting ready to do my first oil change, watched this for reference and instructions. Thank you
@TDubsKid3 жыл бұрын
Sounds good! Hope it helps
@tomf7265 жыл бұрын
Great instructional video! The production value is awesome as well. Thanks for making it
@TDubsKid5 жыл бұрын
thank you! glad you enjoyed it 😃
@ronpelm4 жыл бұрын
Just got me a 2015 TDUB ...learning a lot here! Thank You!
@TDubsKid4 жыл бұрын
congrats! Glad to help
@richiegreen4 жыл бұрын
Gallery bolt appears to be 10 mm. Great video-watched it 100 times and finally got it done. Thanks so much!
@TDubsKid4 жыл бұрын
yup that sounds right, no problem! ride safe
@DavidZack-Jeephead2 жыл бұрын
Your videos are always great. Will be doing oil change on my 2013 tonight. Thanks for showing us!
@TDubsKid2 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear! No problem happy to help
@ThingsAboutMusic2 жыл бұрын
Super informative and relaxing for some Holiday binge watching. I first came across your Bike Camping video and it encourage me to start from the beginning of your Vlog.
@TDubsKid2 жыл бұрын
thanks for watching! hope you enjoy the videos
@jonathandavies6862 Жыл бұрын
Just to let you know tdubskid. I changed my oil thanks to your video. From the UK on my tw125. Thanks for all the tips and videos
@TDubsKid Жыл бұрын
Glad to help! ride on, no problem!
@Kntryhart2 жыл бұрын
No nonsense, direct and to the point. Thank you! Very helpful.
@TDubsKid2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, glad to help
@MBdrummer32884 жыл бұрын
You’re the man, Tdubs! Nice vid. Very well done. I plan to buy one of these babies pretty soon and I’m soaking up all your wisdom on this incredible machine. I thank you for your service, sir! 👍🏻👍🏻
@TDubsKid4 жыл бұрын
thank you! glad you enjoyed it. nice! hopefully the vids will come in handy once you get one. thanks for watching!
@thepatsyfamily6 жыл бұрын
Nomadic Fanatic sent me. I don't even have a bike and I'm watching this.
@TDubsKid6 жыл бұрын
The Patsy Family haha that was nice of him for the shoutout, dualsports are so much fun I'm sure he will enjoy his new tw
@JumpingWatermelons5 жыл бұрын
RECNECK DREAMS. RVs. Budweiser. Little dirt bikes.
@dazjams16 жыл бұрын
Back for refresher course. Good stuff!
@TDubsKid6 жыл бұрын
haha glad it's still helpful!
@timothyconnecticut19102 жыл бұрын
You really need a work bench or a mobile folding table to work on. Another good tool to have would be an air compressor to blast all parts perfectly clean. An old toothbrush works great for cleaning any debris from the drain plug area and filter area before opening. Thanks for all your great videos.
@TDubsKid2 жыл бұрын
Yeah that would be great to have like a 60 foot work bench in a garage,That would be a dream come true for me haha great idea! No problem, thanks for watching
@ktroy7878 жыл бұрын
Just did this today on my 89 tdub after fixing a no spark situation where it was sitting for years. One of the little electrical connectors under the seat became corroded and killed all the spark, took me about 2 days to find after trying a different coil and tracing wires all over to the kill switch and kick stand switch... etc. Very happy to find it was something so simple. Got it running again and changed the old oil. Good times. My bike lost its speedo cable around 10 years ago, I would say it has around 35k on original everything (minus air filter, chain and sprockets.) It is a tank on wheels. I severely neglected the valve adjustment years back and was hearing a loud rattle but thought it was just normal so kept riding for a whole summer. When I went to check the valves the intake had a huge mushroom on the top of the valve stem where it meets the rocker arm, so I just gaped it down a little tighter than spec and let the valve "break itself back in" and it continues to run like no problem at all, nice and quiet. That was like 5 years ago. I think the speedo shows like 6k before the cable got hooked on a tree, and you wouldn't know it had any more than that it runs so great. My base cylinder gasket leaks oil but never bothered to change it, doesn't care. Just makes me wash the engine a little more often. Never had to add oil, ever. :) My breaks are about as spongy as Angel food cake and the carbs on the old ones can be a donkey to start when it's cold. But dat kick start. These bikes are incredible. Thanks for your awesome videos, brings back good memories. I hope to get back into this machine and the adventure it offers for those who are willing.
@TDubsKid8 жыл бұрын
oh wow that bike has been through a lot, it's very good to hear it's still in good running condition! glad you fixed the valve problem and spark issue. it sounds like these can be bullet proof machines haha, thanks for the great comment! happy riding :)
@thebikehippie6562 Жыл бұрын
Well, I changed my oil with no issues thanks to this video.👍👍
@TDubsKid Жыл бұрын
Great to hear!
@Cdmxforever7 жыл бұрын
Good job! Gracias for the instructions Amigo!! Greetings from Mexico!!
@TDubsKid7 жыл бұрын
thanks man! glad it helped :) greetings from america
@TheMaxpoma8 жыл бұрын
Just watched video and did the oil change. Very helpful thank you very much man!!
@TDubsKid8 жыл бұрын
no problem, I'm glad it helped!
@allenwilson41667 жыл бұрын
I'm calling this the best damn oil change video guide for a TW ever created. Should make this a breeze when I get a TW (back in my life) this June. Question for ya. My Dad has a 1998 TDub and he was wondering why you removed the skid plate. He doesn't when he changes his so my thought was getting oil on top of the plate but he mentioned he hasn't had an issue there. Is there a difference perhaps in the newer models and their plates? I was just curious is all. End of the day the first thing to go on my soon to be my TW is a new skid plate lol
@TDubsKid7 жыл бұрын
awesome glad it was helpful! I wanted to make it detailed yet fast paced. I just removed it just incase of oil getting on there but good to know it won't. I actually have an aftermarket skid plate now that has a cut out and I don't have to remove that either. I don't think there is a difference you should be good leaving it on the worst that could happen is you get some oil on it haha. nice that aftermarket skid plate was well worth it
@allenwilson41667 жыл бұрын
I saw that one! You still happy with that plate? Is it holding up good still?
@TDubsKid7 жыл бұрын
yeah I love it it is very sturdy it will take hit after hit no problem and you can jack the bike up using it too
@TDubsKid7 жыл бұрын
oh yeah no problem what so ever!
@andyostertag4 жыл бұрын
@@TDubsKid SW Motec makes a kick ass one for my CB500X as well. A ROCK. Which I also take off on oil change. Little access hole as well, but SO much easier/cleaner just to pop off the 4 pan bolts freeing the plate from brackets
@jimanastasio1927 жыл бұрын
Good info sir, just wanted to make a remark on oil capacity . 1.06 us quart without oil filter change, 1.16 with oil filter change, (factory specs) i always like to pre lube paper element with fresh oil to lessen dry start, you should be commended on your effort on making video ,just bought a clean used 05 for trail cleaning,tired of walking with saw for miles !
@TDubsKid7 жыл бұрын
hey thanks for the specs. not a bad idea to pre lube it for sure. I appreciate it brother! that's awesome should be much more fun than walking too haha
@geraldscott43023 жыл бұрын
I use and recommend 20w50 oil for all motorcycles unless you live somewhere where it is consistently below 40 degrees F. The thicker oil provides a much stronger film strength, protects the bearings better (the TW200 and XT225 engines have a lot of ball bearings in them) and helps with ring seal. Full synthetic will work fine, but I recommend motorcycle specific full synthetic if you go that route. I don't, because I change my oil every 1000 miles, and doing that with full synthetic can get expensive. Both the TW200 and XT225 are air cooled engines that use a very tiny amount of oil. That is very hard on the oil. You can let the filter go 3000 miles if you want, but change the oil more often. I get my oil in 5 quart jugs. I have a 5 gallon gas can I put used oil in. When it is full, I take it to work (I am an auto, truck, and equipment mechanic) and pour it in the used oil drum. Since we have someone changing oil on cars and trucks all day every day, they have several 55 gallon drums for used oil, and someone comes and picks up the full ones every so often. Clean the funnel REAL good before using it to put new oil in the engine. After using it, I use gasoline to wash all the oil off of it and put it in a plastic bag. I have one funnel I use for all 6 of my bikes. I use spray brake parts cleaner to clean around the drain plug, filler cap, and filter cover before removing them. I go to extremes to keep dirt out of the engine. I don't use a torque wrench on the drain plug either. I don't know why this happens, but I have seen several people break things when using the factory torque specs. I just use feel. I put a piece of blue paper/cloth shop towel between the socket and the drain plug to make it fit a little tighter. Use a 6 point socket to avoid rounding off the corners on the soft aluminum drain plug. About that bolt on the back right corner of the head. Before I start the engine, I take a pump oil can with new engine oil in it, remove that bolt, and squirt some oil in that hole. I then put the bolt back loosely, and oil should start leaking out around that bolt almost immediately. I was told that putting some oil in that hole helps oil get to the top end faster, I don't know whether it does or not, but it's easy to do, so I do it. The service manual says you can let the engine run for a full minute while waiting for oil to come out of that hole. That seems a bit much to me. A whole minute with no oil getting to the top end can't be good. But mine starts coming out as soon as I start it. It's probably not even necessary to mess with that bolt, there is nothing about it in my owners manual, only the service manual. On the other hand it's no big deal to do. I do recommend having the oil level at the very top of the sight glass.
@TDubsKid3 жыл бұрын
hey great info! thank you, I ride below 40 sometimes in the winter, I might use the thicker stuff in summer then switch in winter. 1000 mile oil changes sounds like a great idea, that's usually what I do and wait on the filter a bit longer. yeah feel is good if you have experience tightening stuff. I work at an auto shop as well so I dump my oil there to be recycled.
@garyferguson15525 жыл бұрын
Thanks T Dub just did my first oil change on my 2018 tw200 it went okay thanks to you. I had one situation when I pulled the original filter the rubber end stuck in didn't realize it until trying to put the new filter back in just was a little bit too long so I got a a flashlight and look down in there there was a little rubber end so I pulled it out with a pair of needle-nose pliers the other ones fit right in. Enjoy your videos empty them coming.
@TDubsKid5 жыл бұрын
hey no problem! glad it was helpful. I couldn't find a how to video on the oil change when I bought my tw200 so I thought I would start making them. yeah that does happen, they like to get stuck on there, mine usually halfway detach from the filter when pulling them out, glad you got it figured out. thanks ill keep them coming 🤓🎥
@MrWalka3 жыл бұрын
The millimeters are so helpful, thanks a lot
@TDubsKid3 жыл бұрын
no problem! good to know
@alexandriadoing59254 жыл бұрын
As always, thanks so much for the video. Starting out in basic maintenance with your clear and detailed instructions is not intimidating at all, just fun. Amateur mistake: don't twist when you put your finger in the oil filter to remove. I sliced my pinky finger deep as hell in an instant 🤦
@TDubsKid4 жыл бұрын
hey no problem! glad to hear! ouch! yeah usually wiggle it rather than twist haha, hope it's not bad
@jackrabbit87037 жыл бұрын
Good vid. Safety first...like how you kept your helmet on for the procedure.
@TDubsKid7 жыл бұрын
haha thanks, you never know!
@krez768 жыл бұрын
Very good video, really clear steps. Keep up the good work! Im considering getting a tw200
@TDubsKid8 жыл бұрын
thanks! I appreciate the feedback. they are very fun bikes
@mikeliddle95337 жыл бұрын
Awesome Video! Good JOB! I'm also in Colorado... I have been riding Rampart for about 25 years!
@TDubsKid7 жыл бұрын
hey thanks and thats awesome I was just being born 25 years ago, rampart is awesome!
@DrRider595 жыл бұрын
Regarding the choice of oils...I used nothing but synthetic in my 2001 TW200 and never had an issue with clutch slippage. I just made sure that it was JASO MA certified and compatible for wet clutches.During the last two years that I owned it, I did NOT need to adjust the valves at all...I still checked the clearances, but they required no adjustment whatsoever (YMMV). I sold it with over 48,000 km on the clock and it is still running to this day.
@TDubsKid5 жыл бұрын
for sure, as long as it's compatible for wet clutches it should be good. that's awesome the valve clearance never changed 😮
@alexicon_9 ай бұрын
hello mr tdubskid! thank you for all the wonderful maintenance videos, these have been so supremely helpful!! i just hit my first interval on my 2024 tdub 🎉 and i've been having trouble finding information on the "swingarm pivot bushes" and "control and meter cables" tasks. any advice for those maintenance items would be greatly appreciated! many thanks again for all the content!!
@TDubsKid8 ай бұрын
Hey there! Thanks so much! Goad to hear they have been helpful. Nice! I show the pivot bushings overhaul in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJS1hmyGh7agitUsi=QwhgsPhUGFVSK320
@SportbikeHobo8 жыл бұрын
Wow, great detail. I liked the way you did the editing for the set up supplies while doing the warm up ride.
@TDubsKid8 жыл бұрын
+Sportbike Hobo thanks! Im always trying to find different ways to edit haha
@chuckneese12823 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, just did my first oil change!!!
@TDubsKid3 жыл бұрын
No problem, glad to help!
@JumpingWatermelons5 жыл бұрын
just finished changing my oil. YAY. VROOOOOOM!
@TDubsKid5 жыл бұрын
wooohooo! ride on :)
@charizardsniper50642 жыл бұрын
It’s exactly like the TTR 230 dang. I wonder if the parts are interchangeable 🤔. Awesome video dude love it ✌️
@TDubsKid2 жыл бұрын
Not sure, maybe some parts are. Hard to say for sure. Thanks! Glad you enjoyed
@peterhauer67452 жыл бұрын
Love your vids! Thank you for your attention to detail!
@TDubsKid2 жыл бұрын
glad to hear! no problem
@bigboludo8 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great video! Will do this myself instead of going to the dealer.
@TDubsKid8 жыл бұрын
no problem, glad it helped! It's much better to do yourself, you never know who is working on your bike at the dealer or if they did it right
@rickmartyn555 жыл бұрын
Great job. I bought a 2010 two last fall now I no what to do. Thank you.
@TDubsKid5 жыл бұрын
thank you! glad it was helpful! your welcome! i'm making a detailed video on changing sprockets and chain at the moment
@blairguinea68115 жыл бұрын
Love this vid and ya style man...…………...and love the bike thanks for the technical
@TDubsKid5 жыл бұрын
thanks! glad you enjoyed it, no problem
@KodenameKrusty8 жыл бұрын
You made a very nicely informative video. great job.
@TDubsKid8 жыл бұрын
KodenameKrusty why thank you!
@craigoldsen16678 жыл бұрын
Very well done.......right by the book!
@TDubsKid8 жыл бұрын
thanks!
@goranv237 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the amazing tutorial and all the info about parts and torque etc ... I subbed to your channel. Is the helmet required during the whole process?
@TDubsKid Жыл бұрын
no problem! thanks. safety first
@sscbkr484 жыл бұрын
Good instructional.. Would love to hear a comparison to the BS4 RE Himalayan.. 280 lbs vs 420 lbs, other than size/weight they're both robust little goats, the TW perhaps more so. I'm seriously considering a TW but the Himalayan is interesting too.
@TDubsKid4 жыл бұрын
thank you! would be cool to compare the 2 since they still both use old school technology
@benjaminhersey96488 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this great video!
@TDubsKid8 жыл бұрын
no problem, thanks for watching!
@royalefeatures6 жыл бұрын
great videos! I've already used your battery/airbox/ and now this video to help bring my friends old tw200 that i bought back to life! do you have any videos about the carb? or redoing fuel lines to the carb?
@TDubsKid6 жыл бұрын
hey thanks! glad the videos are useful, and great to hear your reviving a tdubs haha unfortunately I do not yet, someday maybe
@slyfox1867 ай бұрын
Great channel and video, can I see an O-ring in the oil filter housing? Thanks.
@TDubsKid7 ай бұрын
thanks, yeah an oring between the cover where the right lower bolt goes
@desulv8 жыл бұрын
I just bought a 1990 and it runs fantastic after basic maintenance
@TDubsKid8 жыл бұрын
nice! maintenance is key haha
@ktroy7878 жыл бұрын
With these bikes, it's optional. Just kidding (sort of) :)
@TDubsKid8 жыл бұрын
haha I wouldn't be surprised, it's a tough little bike
@tccalvo5 жыл бұрын
Many Thanks for your vids! I just got me a 2019 TW200 and was wondering if you have done or plan to do a vid on what accessories you recommend for it. Like handlebars, hand guards, etc... I would really appreciate your recommendations! TC
@TDubsKid5 жыл бұрын
no problem! thanks for watching. congrats on your new tw! havn't made an overview video but I have lots of individual videos on all the accessories I have installed so far
@CoreyBrass5 жыл бұрын
Great how-to video.
@TDubsKid5 жыл бұрын
thank you!
@mrmarkthompson23616 ай бұрын
As He Stated: Only Use YAMAHALUBE OIL. If you don't; other Motor Oils & Synthetic Oils Will Cause CLUTCH SLIPAGE & Permanent Damage To Clutch Bands. Godspeed Your Journeys.
@TDubsKid6 ай бұрын
Yeah im sticking with Yamahalube, thats all I have ever put in it. 18,000 miles now, original clutch still works great
@trekfortruth2841 Жыл бұрын
Very well done video!
@TDubsKid Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@ALAAA19818 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video ... 👍👍 Plz I NEED TO KNOW HOW To ADJUST THE MOTORCYCLE CHAIN - TW200 1998 ... THANKS A LOT
@TDubsKid8 жыл бұрын
no problem! i will be making a chain adjust video soon, the bottom part of the chain should measure 30-60mm when pushed all the way down and all the way up, and it should be measured in the middle. to adjust it loosen up the rear axle with a move the snail adjusters to the next slot, check tension again and move snail adjusters until its within spec, make sure snail adjusters are in the same position on each side tighten the axle to 65nm
@kanibis4204 жыл бұрын
Yo T-Dubs , What Torque Wrench do you use ? Thanks Just bought myself a 2012 T-Dub with 1700 miles , and im getting everything i need to do a Oil Change . Great Videos , you will definitely be my go to Channel for Maintenance for the T-Dub . Just subscribed 👍
@TDubsKid4 жыл бұрын
I used a digital gear wrench 3/8 just because I trust it on small measurments, best to use a 1/4 for this though. I have a husky one and teckton one in quarter inch, they both work great. good to hear! thanks for subscribing!
@philb10756 жыл бұрын
Great Job! Do a little more research on the synthetic oil issue. Start with Shell Rotella and pay attention to "friction modifiers".
@TDubsKid6 жыл бұрын
thanks! and yeah there are some synthetic out there that are ok for wet clutches
@iqbalfouz30473 жыл бұрын
Man it was superb..
@TDubsKid3 жыл бұрын
glad to hear! thanks for watching
@dadmezz40247 жыл бұрын
Nice job....thanks.
@TDubsKid7 жыл бұрын
thanks. no problem!
@williamcollins22322 жыл бұрын
Nicely done!
@TDubsKid2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@decadantdog44445 жыл бұрын
Q tips are good for cleaning some of those areas.
@TDubsKid5 жыл бұрын
thanks for the tip!
@azdesertdog8 жыл бұрын
Nice edit. Well explained.
@TDubsKid8 жыл бұрын
+azdesertdog thanks!
@Mfhmi27107 жыл бұрын
Hey there! Nice video. Infact best video on an engine oil change. Just curious. How often do you change your engine oil? Is there a different period change if you use the tdub on street usage or enduro usage?
@TDubsKid7 жыл бұрын
hey thanks! I personally change mine every 1000 miles but the manual says at the first 600 miles for break in then every 3000 miles. I think you should change it more often for enduro use because the engine will run hotter and the heat breaks down the oil quicker. you should be ok when the manual recommend it, i'm just doing as a test to see if it will last longer than most tw engines I change the oil more often
@philwarner66042 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. One question, though. Will all the oil drain out if the bike is level? Or does it need to be on the side stand to drain it all? I ask because I have my 89 TW on a rear stand so I can spin the rear tire and lube the chain while I do the oil change.
@TDubsKid2 жыл бұрын
Good question, I think more will drain out when on the kick stand, not sure if its that much more or not
@bwxmoto7 жыл бұрын
We were talking about oil at the local Yamaha shop and they said you could use synthetic as long as it was the right kind made for wet clutches such as Yamalube synthetic. If it isn't crazy expensive I think i might try it.
@TDubsKid7 жыл бұрын
oh cool that should work if it says its ok for wet clutches, let me know how it is if you get some!
@OGkush69x3 ай бұрын
Hey tdubsk can i use contact cleaner instead of break cleaner to clean up the parts ? I heard its easier on the gaskets/rubber/plastic parts
@TDubsKid3 ай бұрын
Sure thing!
@Jthornton646 жыл бұрын
Great details
@TDubsKid6 жыл бұрын
thanks
@Rosh___4 жыл бұрын
Any chance you can go through the 600mile check up for us? Dealer charging 350$!! You pretty much have the valve check and oil change video and chain adjustment, I’d love to learn how to check spoke tension and cables and whatever else they do on the 600mile check up
@TDubsKid4 жыл бұрын
maybe someday ill make a video specifically on that but I also have most all the common services in this playlist kzbin.info/aero/PLvPrccibhdwSSSo9whkMaWcZX2fYd070g
@Velktron4 жыл бұрын
Awesome tutorial! But I wondered, shouldn't the pleated paper type filters be pre-filled with oil before mounting? Won't starting the bike with a "dry" filter cause any damage? Also, wouldn't oiling the o-ring seals and the rubber seal of the filter help prevent seizures for the next change?
@TDubsKid4 жыл бұрын
it wouldn't hurt to pre oil, them. but in my experience oil in the filter housing seems to drain back after turning off anyways. almost 16,000 miles on my TW now and no engine problems
@davesmith22185 жыл бұрын
Very good vid. Thanks
@TDubsKid5 жыл бұрын
thank you!
@ervienjubrihardjo40325 жыл бұрын
good video. you treat her so right bro. Is there any different with TW225e in sparepart ?
@TDubsKid5 жыл бұрын
thanks! and i'm not sure, we don't have the tw225 here so it's hard to say. I bet they use a lot of the same parts but some could be different as well, i'm just not sure
@ShrekSwag3 жыл бұрын
You rock! What are those things rolling by you at 0:30?
@TDubsKid3 жыл бұрын
thanks! oh the blue things? those are just reflectors
@pryme20136 жыл бұрын
Good video. I doubt you have to replace all those o-rings each oil change. Do you go a few changes on them? That screen, spring, drain plug set up is identical to my 82 Honda big red trike.
@TDubsKid6 жыл бұрын
thanks! and yeah you don't need to replace them on every change, I like to keep them all on hand in case one is starting to seep cause the dealer doesn't stock them all the time nice haha
@Cdmxforever4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!! You make it look easy!! 👍😅
@TDubsKid4 жыл бұрын
hey no problem! it's not too bad once you do it once
@tdubnewby98137 жыл бұрын
Great video. A couple questions. Did you disconnect something to get your bike to run with the kickstand down? Is your drain plug magnetized? If not, how would you do that?
@TDubsKid7 жыл бұрын
hey thanks, and no It will run with the kick stand down if it is in neutral, and it is not I have heard some people jb welding a small magnet in the drai plug
@PsychoSainten Жыл бұрын
Just to be clear check the oil level with bike off and upright. Correct? Or when the bike is on?
@TDubsKid Жыл бұрын
engine off bike upright according to repair manual
@MarylandWearAndCarry7 жыл бұрын
When you check your valves would you shoot a video of that. Thanks, Dave
@TDubsKid7 жыл бұрын
will do, I will be making a very detailed video on it this spring :)
@MarylandWearAndCarry7 жыл бұрын
Nice. I just picked up the 2004. First bike ever.
@TDubsKid7 жыл бұрын
very cool! the tw was my first street legal bike
@MarylandWearAndCarry7 жыл бұрын
6000 on the clock. Needs a replacement spark arrestor and front tire. Do you recommend the Bridgestone TW31 or something else? Everything looks good but it is tapping pretty loudly. Not sure if the valves have ever been checked. Had it up to 65 no problem.
@TDubsKid7 жыл бұрын
very cool mines a 14 and I just hit 7000. I love that little bike. that's not too bad, I have this front tire amzn.to/2m9wKrq I have the 5.10 but the 4.60- 18 fits too and is just a tad more skinny. I love it grips really well. I'm not a fan of the stock front tire people call them the death wing and it wears out really quick. yeah I would definitely check the valve but these engines are very noisy. also you should join this facebook group if you haven't already :) facebook.com/groups/774216559266099/
@Pacopill-l8k20 күн бұрын
Good morning, Yamalube 10w40 oil is semi-synthetic, I understand that this will be specific for submerged clutches?
@TDubsKid20 күн бұрын
Hey, wasn’t aware yamalube 10w40 was semi synthetic but used it in my bike every oil change, almost 19,000 miles now original clutch no issues
@Pacopill-l8k20 күн бұрын
Firstly, thank you for answering, secondly, congratulations for the video. and yes the yamalube 10w40 is semi-synthetic, special for submerged clutches. I have asked for the same one. Greetings from Spain.
@hehersfdgf6 жыл бұрын
What torque wrench do you use? Is it good or do you recommend a different one
@TDubsKid6 жыл бұрын
KEVINOPHOTO I was using a gear wrench 3/8 in digital torque wrench. Its a bit pricy but I use it for work if you dont need to use it all the time the click style are good also its best to use a 1/4in torque wrench on the small stuff I just didn't have one at the time and the on I used barely went low enough
@charlesvaczy65884 жыл бұрын
New to the TW world. just bought my first one. love your videos and looking forward to doing my own work on my own bike for the first time. how important is it to have a torque wrench?
@TDubsKid4 жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard! very nice, I like using them but you will be ok not using one if you have an idea of how tight stuff should be, I would always use one on the rocker arm when doing a valve adjustment though
@MrSalcedoKinder3 жыл бұрын
First time using a torque wrench and cracked the upper bolt on the filter cap. What should I do?
@TDubsKid3 жыл бұрын
did you just snap the head off, might be able to spin the rest of the bolt out pretty easy, if not use an extractor kit
@ThouchinGrass5 ай бұрын
What year is your bike? Mine is a 1987 and I don’t know if it uses the same oil or oil filter.
@TDubsKid5 ай бұрын
Mine is a 2014 look it up on yamaha part house to be sure your getting the right filter
@christianrotter54216 жыл бұрын
What grade of oil do you run in your TW? 10W40 or 20W50? I just picked up a '99 with only 800 miles and want to do an oil change soon. It seems like Yamaha stopped producing the 10W40 recommended in the owners manual... Great video by the way! Thanks
@TDubsKid6 жыл бұрын
I use 10w40 and nice! and they should still have it, I got it at the motorcycle shop not to long ago. thanks!
@larrykaminski32694 жыл бұрын
Thanks.. new 2021 so in break in period.. will change oil 2x then a final at 600 mi 200..400..600
@TDubsKid4 жыл бұрын
no problem! that's cool, those 2021's look really neat, good idea
@casonbaumgartner81894 жыл бұрын
Where do I get one of those drain pans? That thing is awesome way better than my harbor freight one.
@TDubsKid4 жыл бұрын
Not sure 🤔 we have always just had it laying around ever since I could remember. Maybe check Walmart or an auto parts store
@nicholasrichards638611 ай бұрын
Have you changed the oil since you put on the heavy duty skid plate?