Harley-Davidson Softail (Sport Glide) Primary Oil Change

[@SithLordByron]

From London On Canada Been riding a Honda VT1100 for 20 yrs. Finally bought my 1st Harley. Watching your videos make self maintenance seem easy. Pick up my 2018 Sport Glide Wednesday, just in time to store for winter. But will most definitely ride like the wind in 2024

[@SaddleTrampTV]

South MS here. But you already know that. Able to ride all year long for the most part. Another great tutorial. Keep it coming.

[@DCyclemoto]

SaddleTramp Thanks, Corey!

[@mr.robert2507]

Another great video. I'm from Connecticut. My friends and I all own 2020 Harleys. I used to ride a TriGlide but I decided to go back to two wheels and bought a Lowrider. We ride about 4k to 5k miles in the winter as long as the roads are clear. Fortunately, we had hardly any snow this winter and the roads were free of salt, sand and chemicals. I should add, the first mods we make to our bikes is to have a Gerbing wiring harness install for our heated gear. I highly recommend Gerbing gear - Jacket liner, pants liner, gloves and boot liner. We've been out in the single digits and warm as toast. Beats sitting inside looking out the window waiting for spring!

[@Yelwas]

Quick and no fuss video, thanks mate

[@motomark9736]

I'm from IL. Winter sucks but I plan on riding some all winter atleast in town not really winterizing just gonna keep the tank topped off with good and add a few ounces of seafoam . We should have a few freak warm days hopefully

[@DCyclemoto]

Fingers crossed!

[@vetabordeaux2125]

I'm in Oklahoma City and for the most part, weather permitting I get to ride year round. I put less miles on my bike during the winter, but the weather is mild enough here that I do ride in all of the months of winter.... Now watch us have a bad winter. LOL. Great video and I will use it when I do my next service....

[@DCyclemoto]

Veta Bordeaux Nice! I hope it helps when its time to drop your fluid👍🏻

[@humbertogarcia3544]

Great videos. Very informative, and down to the point. I feel more comfortable doing it myself now

[@DCyclemoto]

I did my best. Thank u for the comment!

[@bcbsilverhawk8426]

DC. Good video. In Colorado a lot of riders are down several months. For me the cold isn't much of a deterrent. It's the snow and ice that shut me down. With that said I ride every chance I get. So no winterizing for me. Just regular maintenance. Take care.

[@DCyclemoto]

BCB SILVER HAWK Thanks for sharing! We had negatives for temps consistently, plus all the salt on the roads doesn’t do well on parts of the motorcycle. Sadly, the bike sits and way too long for my liking.

[@bcbsilverhawk8426]

@@DCyclemoto Yeah the salt back east sucks. They started using salt in combination with mag chloride here in Colorado last year. We typically do not have many issues so long as you clean up you vehicle once the roads clear. With that said I'm pretty unhappy that salt is being used. I speculate that in the coming years we will see a lot more issues with rust and corrosion than in years past. Take care.

[@garryeuler9173]

Excellent video,nice detail....Harbor freight sell a reasonable priced up right stand( I use on both our bikes)....Also I like to remove cover first just for piece of mind that there is no transfer problems....Thanks, well done!!!

[@RevelatorAlf]

Good job fella. Nicely done! Be good to get that chat done over winter too. Cheers

[@DCyclemoto]

RevelatorAlf Yes! We need to do that for sure!

[@mikebrook8500]

UK FLSB rider here....great service videos pal. Really clear and well described without any nonsense. More please. Have you ever drained your ABS fluid using the Info Tech can bus tool?

[@DCyclemoto]

Nope. I work at a dealership now so I just have them do it. Discount on labor!

[@ad78]

Although my 2020 Slim needs only engine oil due for 1k miles. I decided to change the primary. I poured only 1 quart and i noticed finding Neutral is not an issue anymore. And my shifter is much smoother!

[@kidmoto22]

Loving these service videos Brother!!!

[@DCyclemoto]

kidmoto22 Thanks, Ryan. Lots of time spent with these!

[@jerrybrown1210]

Nice video. However you should consider using a primary specific fluid either from amsoil or redline instead of using 20w50 engine oil. You'll have much better clutch performance and smoother operation. Not to mention a cooler operation temperature.

[@billyclaro4317]

Thanks for the stickers today man didn't know you had a KZbin channel until today

[@DCyclemoto]

billy claro Right on, Billy! Thanks for checking it out! I also do a podcast called Five Dirty Bikers podcast you should check out. Available on all podcast platforms!

[@billyclaro4317]

Absolutely

[@markgman4157]

I'm in Dallas so much of the worst riding weather is mid summer when it's hot as hell. The last couple winters have been mild, climate change ya know. I don't ride when it gets close to freezing because of the risk of ice on the road. Some folks around here leave their sprinklers running all year long.

[@danielgaskell5490]

Great video! I have a 2018 Heritage Classic 114, changed the primary lube last week; used Harley Formula +. Shifting is effected for the better since the lube is thinner than some; clutch action is improved by the quick synchronization allowed by the lower viscosity. Highly recommended!

[@DCyclemoto]

Daniel Gaskell thanks for sharing! I may change primary oil with that stuff next time and see how it does.👍🏻

[@bigj200016]

I’m up just outside of Chicago, so I know what you’re saying about the fair weather riders. I’m not really planning on winterizing my FLSB this year, fluids are fairly fresh, maybe 1,000 on them and I’ll find the occasional warmer day to get out and cruise around.

[@DCyclemoto]

Jeremy Belko If winter was anything like last year, there’s no way I’ll be going out. Man, it was bad!

[@JayShermanFJC]

Mine will go into the shed in the next week or two and probably not come out until April or May. I will wait for all the sand, salt, and brine to be washed off the roads. I also have to wait for sorry portions of my driveway to firm up. Last spring my Rocket 3 sank a little bit. Was a muddy mess getting it out, mud was flying everywhere. I still have about 2500 miles to go until my next 3 hole so I'll wait until spring. I want to see if I have fluid seeping from my transmission to my main. Had issues last spring in my first fluid change with low transmission fluid levels. The 17s are having issues with it.

[@DCyclemoto]

Yeah the road treatments and salt can cause problems if it isn’t washed off. May as well wait until its over and save some wear and tear.

[@jackchase79]

I’m in Michigan just outside of Detroit and if it’s near the 40’s I’ll ride. Like you last winter was super harsh

[@DCyclemoto]

jackchase79 Man, negative temps were awful. Hopefully we get warm way quicker this time round!

[@Run4urlife13]

Take it sleazy brother!!!

[@DCyclemoto]

Smokey Tokey 🤘🏻

[@razzrasmussen5773]

Great video brother! Frozen chosen. Hooorah

[@wrenchslinger1669]

I’m in southern Illinois but I still try to take it out and ride it as much as possible

[@DCyclemoto]

Wrench Slinger Hopefully the winter isn’t too bad to us!

[@wrenchslinger1669]

D-Cycle tell me about it got a little over 4 inches of rain here today

[@DCyclemoto]

Wrench Slinger All friggin day rain and no break. Crappy day!

[@philhancock7711]

i live in upstate ny,i change before and after winter on my 03 fxst

[@DCyclemoto]

phil hancock Nice! I’m sure the cold is setting in up there too.

[@SBha30]

Excellent video! Should the bike be level and the oil level at the outer loop of the clutch bracket ring? Your bike looked like it was leaning slightly to the left. Couldn’t it clearly. Maybe I need to look at it again.

[@DCyclemoto]

Get it as level as possible. Fill to bottom of the pressure plate OD.

[@riderofthenorth]

From Sweden 🥶🥶🥶

[@DCyclemoto]

HarleyStormRider 🤘🏻

[@whitmeza]

Wisconsin here and I’m definitely not ready to put the bikes away yet. 😩

[@DCyclemoto]

whit meza I hear ya! Haven’t ridden much since MMM and I am itching for a get lost ride!

[@Supermankev2001]

I live in Ontario Canada I put my bike away Oct 31-Get it out again Spring usually April1 Like your channel I subscribed Directed by Bo Dean52

[@DCyclemoto]

Thank you, sir! Winter is no bueno when you own a motorcycle, for sure.

[@reddog907]

Calgary here, -10c or in US 14 F , snow and ice . Bike is tucked away, for now.

[@DCyclemoto]

Temps are dropping here too. Winter right from Summer again!

[@reddog907]

D-Cycle Can’t wait , can’t wait. Just got back from Vegas , wish I was going back.

[@pacopetepnw3434]

Did you, star pattern, putting Derby cover back on?

[@DCyclemoto]

pete maffei I certainly did!

[@markgman4157]

You might like to check out Moto Barista's channel. He's in Perth, AU and has videos on Sport Glide mods.

[@DCyclemoto]

I have already! Great content!

[@garybaldwin1061]

The book says 36 oz. Did the person who did the 1k service over fill it?

[@DCyclemoto]

It’s an approximate amount. Just be sure to fill to the bottom of the pressure plate OD when the bike is upright.

[@ReverendNaughty]

Take it Sleazy!

[@skyking4501]

I live Maryville Tn, and unless it’s single digits or slick roads I ride.

[@DCyclemoto]

John Ramey Trooper!

[@daveo226]

Hi Wales UK here and we definetly have seasons, bike was put away in November I managed a ride on 29 December since then it's been tucked away in the garage, were due a storm this weekend then I'm hoping the weather will start improving ( though that may be wishful thinking lol ) Do you have the torque specs for the Derby cover bolts ? Thanks very much , ride safe 🇬🇧🇺🇸🤘👊

[@DCyclemoto]

Dave O 25 - 35 in lbs for the cover. I suggest about 30.

[@DCyclemoto]

Dave O Keep in mind those torque specs are for the Sport Glide ONLY! Follow your owners manual for your specific model.

[@daveo226]

@@DCyclemoto Thanks man , safe riding 😎👍

[@jimrideshd8832]

Nice job on the video. Those buckets with the ounces marked on the outside make the measuring quick and accurate. Where did you get them? Thanks.

[@DCyclemoto]

I picked them up at Rural King. Handy buckets for sure!

[@VVoltz]

Great video, D. Question, how do you know or how often do you need to replace the cover seal/gasket?

[@DCyclemoto]

They say every service but if it isnt damaged and you have no problems with any leaks, I would reuse until next oil change. Thanks for watching!🤘🏻

[@zacklou]

Dustin, what is the part number for the primary cover gasket? Not sure if I am having a senior moment but I cannot find it? Thanks.

[@freedom6919741]

40 ounces ?

[@rotl9915]

Take it Sleazy

[@DCyclemoto]

ROTL ✊🏻

[@razzrasmussen5773]

I will ride until unsafe. Use heated gloves otherwise I don't feel the cold. Minneapolis, Minnesota HD Roadking Special. No windscreen...yet. When I can will get klockworks shield.

[@kenbarham2445]

Illinois around 4 months

[@DCyclemoto]

IL 🤘🏻

[@IndianaBackroads]

Take it Sleazy! 8D

[@DCyclemoto]

Indiana Backroads 🤘🏻

[@chrisdawson8252]

I notice you have the castrol engine oil. How's your experience been using that oil? Also, what oil would you recommend for the transmission?

[@DCyclemoto]

So far so good! Good price and no problems. Castrol is a trusted brand. I used Red Line in the tranny. Good results, but it's 'spensive as heck. I have a video for that as well in my library. Check it out!

[@chrisdawson8252]

@@DCyclemoto thanks for replying. This was the first video I watched that's from you. I'm watching the other videos now. Thanks for putting the 5k series together. It's time for my 1k and i've been quoted $400 to 450 plus. Trying to figure out what's involved. I need to get the service manual and find out critical fasteners and torque specs. Would doing it myself void warranty?

[@DCyclemoto]

Chris Dawson May depending on your dealership. Keep your receipts and log your work. Maybe call HD first and ask.

[@ronmcclay6822]

Take it sleazy

[@DCyclemoto]

Nice! Send me your address on Instagram via private message!

[@paulson9616]

Do all M8 contains same amount of oil? I have 20 M8 114 Low Rider S and apparently there is no KZbin video regarding my model. Your video is close to what I have. How many qt do primary does it takes to fill up?

[@DCyclemoto]

paul son Do you have a owners manual? It should tell you in there. It depends on if you have a narrow or wide primary case. Mine was over 1qt, so I had to buy two bottles.

[@paulson9616]

@@DCyclemoto I think I do. Did you go with full synthetic or regular?

[@DCyclemoto]

paul son I did a Lucas 20w50 regular mineral oil to try for my last change. Works great.

[@paulson9616]

@@DCyclemoto ok. CN I ask you why you didn't go with synthetic oil? I coming up with 1000 miles service n debating if i should go with synthetic or regular

[@DCyclemoto]

paul son I never thought it was necessary to do a full synth in primary. As long as you have a decent oil in the case it will do its job. You can do either.

[@N6J6R6]

Yo bro. Do you have the torque spec on the primary cover?

[@DCyclemoto]

For the sport glide, it’s 25-35 in lbs. if you have a different model, check your owners manual.

[@N6J6R6]

@@DCyclemoto Copy that. I assumed they would be the same across the M8 Softail line, but good call.