Tips for your First Service on a Motorcycle (600 miles)

[@yammienoob]

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[@rctractif]

Straighten your rear wheel buddy what are you doing…

[@Noelle0009]

There should be more professional videos like this on KZbin. Good job sir

[@lonestarstate6570]

I’ve entered! Praying for a win

[@ViciousOneWon]

OMG! I'm at about 500 miles on my new 8R! This video is PERFECT FOR ME! Thank you for making it Yammie! You are the best!!!

[@unit03]

Yam can you talk about how to adjust your suspension for a rider.

[@John_Ridley]

I think it's a good idea to adjust both sides when tightening the chain. Unless you're careful to remember how much you changed it, after 2 or 3 times tightening the chain you could have the two sides misaligned enough to make a difference. It only takes another minute to move the other side.

[@Forged_RSV4]

Wears the sprockets faster if you don’t do both sides too!

[@ViciousOneWon]

OMG! I'm at about 500 miles on my new 8R! This video is PERFECT FOR ME! Thank you for making it Yammie! You are the best!!!

[@entropy5125]

Just got my first street bike recently. I tried to baby it...made it 70 miles now i drive it like i stole it. Also as a machinist. I would count the flats on the bolt as you turn it out. Then you can do exactly the same to the other side

[@johanneswestman935]

My philosophy is that I'd rather have stuff break under warranty than after it... Maybe not at 70 miles but after a couple hundred km I'd say go for it.

[@John_Ridley]

I really recommend reading the owner's manual for ANY new vehicle, 2 or 4 wheels. It's amazing to me that someone spends tens of thousands of dollars on a car and can't take a couple of hours to find out about features. The number of people I've met that couldn't find their spare tire/jack, or who had no idea their car had a certain feature (sometimes they were complaining that it didn't have it, and I'd say "Uh, yeah it does. Check your manual).

[@brantleycombs3088]

As a new rider I genuinely appreciate your videos poppa Yam!!

[@ncjsgrki]

Important note: some manufacturers *cough BMW* will not warranty an engine if you don't do the 1st service at the dealership. And other manufactures like Yamaha will warranty an engine up to 100k miles as long as all the services get done at the dealership.

[@1Ki_Ki]

This was freaking amazing, thank you so much for this because these dealership prices are ridiculous.

[@williamhardy1869]

Bought a new Triumph Trident in 1997. When i got it home i discovered the drive chain was rock tight. I believe it was done intentionally. Just a tip for new bike owners.

[@AecherJace]

Just got a Bolt and while I've worked on cars before, this first bike had me pretty nervous and I appreciate the explanations for everything

[@blakefreak]

So you just told 1.38 million subscribers to skew the rear wheel and it's fine? What???

[@slimfit767]

Yea its fine

[@cameronhicks5225]

Hahahaha seriously though you're right, not good!!

[@AG87BlkLX]

1st, bike drop maintenance has been performed too.

[@bobmarlowe3390]

The head mechanic at my dealer told me the first service on my 2008 Bonneville was just an oil change. He said as long as kept the receipt(s) for the oil and filter, it wouldn't void the warranty. I just rolled over 53,000 miles and I've done every oil change myself. I've also changed my own brake pads and I replaced the rear brake disk, too. The only thing I've paid the shop for have been tire changes and valve clearance checks/adjustments.

[@mots4390]

Pro tip for when maintaining your chain: clean the chain -> adjust your chain -> lube your chain. You'll have less of a mess and less greasy hands. When cleaning and lubricating your chain, place some cardboard or plastic bag on the cat so you can keep your bike clean. Clean your sprocket, too.

[@eliinthewolverinestate6729]

My manual from Buell Looks like a phone book from the 80's.

[@tdunster2011]

Good to see oil schedule at 3750 miles / 6000 km. Some brands are at least double that range and it's hardly a good idea if you want a bike to last a long time after the warranty expires.

[@jerryjensen9500]

My 2018 Honda shadow handlebar was loose when brand new. I understand they come from the factory with the front wheel and bars off.

[@jerodwolford2743]

This got me to actually go through my owners manual closer. Did all the adjustments that I needed to do that I haven't already (throttle cable, brake cable, clutch cable, idle screw). Found out that I have to replace every. friggen. hose. All brake lines, fuel lines, radiator hoses and o rings, the rubber pieces of the master cylinder, all because the bikes 8 years old. Doesn't even have 5k miles on it.

[@robertisaar]

Ride moar.

[@Mattorrr]

Just hit 600 miles on my new bike yesterday. Went to setup an appt and it’s funny cause when I bought my bike I specifically asked if the first service and maintenance were expensive and the guy says absolutely not they are very cheap. Come time for my appointment, yeah it’s like $400 for an oil change and inspection

[@Mus.Anonymouse]

WARNING: Sometimes doing the first service yourself invalidates warranty. On top of that the maintenance registration is not complete, which could influence the resale value negatively. (Over here services are registered along with odometer in a central database, as a private person one cannot do that. Perhaps your dealer will do the registration for a fee, but they very rarely do that.

[@John_Ridley]

Good tip. My solution to that would be "don't buy that bike" - seriously I don't let anyone else touch my stuff. Especially whatever clown is working at a dealer.

[@Mus.Anonymouse]

@@John_Ridley sometimes that is encased in law in some countries, so then there’s no choice.

[@John_Ridley]

@@Mus.Anonymouse the law doesn't allow the manufacturer to offer a warranty if the service is not done by the dealer? How does the law force them to charge you for repairs?

[@sdot13tube]

Hey bro, lay off KTM, they better now. My 24 790 had no issues on breakin, now at 2200 miles and it’s perfect.. thanks to Solid Performance in P.A.

[@matthoffman3513]

Im at 170miles and this 4500 rpm ceiling is killing me lol😅

[@sethparo]

Yammie why do you have to jab ktm like that 😂

[@entropy5125]

Watch spites video on his new ktm...leaking oil the first day

[@yairguillinmorales5869]

You can make a video in which I explain how the motorcycle is delimited, since the agency delivers it limited and goes faster by 250 cc, thank you

[@Minimotoelitist]

My triumph striple 765rs had to have the break in service done at the dealer to “ honor the warranty” not sure about other brands but triumph dealers also check the torque specs on all the bolts. Plus I’m above working on my motorcycle. Jk I’m poor

[@jgerard76]

I just did the 600 mi oil change on my Suzuki GSX-8R. Getting the Suzuki proprietary drain plug gasket off of the drain plug was a PITA. I got it off with a small flat head screwdriver after some fiddling, but is there an easier way to get that sucker off?

[@AdamND701]

KTM oil leak on first day LMAO. It literally happened with my 390 Duke. It was just overfilled, though.

[@Henfurtado]

keep it up my little valentino minion. these kind of videos really helps a lot.

[@mpc1mil]

3:25 are you using a broken antenna for a pointer?

[@jswithit]

Where can I can a wrench like that

[@mmoistyy]

thankfully my new ktm hasn’t gotten an oil leak (yet)

[@Cthooligan]

I've heard it's best to get your first service done at the dealership you bought from for warranty purposes. Thoughts?

[@MikeS42069]

The dealership I bought my bike at said as long as I keep some kind of proof of maintenance (ie receipt, used filter/empty yamalube bottles) Yamaha would honor warranties for bikes that had been owner serviced.

[@HuMaNiTaRiAn1]

This is definitely what you should do, I've heard warranty claims being refused because the oil/filter service wasn't done by a dealer, even if you provide receipts for OEM filter and oil replacement they can refuse it. Don't ruin your warranty over saving a hundred bucks. Outside of warranty? absolutely do it yourself.

[@davidlv]

Yeah, I decided to bite the bullet and pay for the first service at the dealership.. wooo.. I will be doing my own stuff from now on, that was expensive as hell.

[@Cthooligan]

@@davidlv stupid expensive for basically just an oil change, but is nice to have that extra peace of mind that you aren't dealing with a manufacturing defect or something. Try and negotiate the first service into the cost of the bike if you can.

[@Cthooligan]

@@HuMaNiTaRiAn1 In my area its definitely more than a hundred dollar difference. Are you saying that all service should be performed at a dealership while under warranty? That's a bit harder pill for me to swallow that just the first service.

[@michaelmckinney9251]

YN, how did you reset the maintenance reminder on the TFT?

[@MatthewColeman]

hey dont jinx me! 4000 miles on my 790 duke and no oil leak!!

[@braedeneufemia1byyby]

So I just bought a brand new 2024 R7. The guy at the dealership who sold it to me said that he works on bikes and owns multiple and I should change the oil and filter at 50 miles. I didn’t see this in the owners manual but I went ahead and did it anyway. Was this a waste of time? (Owners manual says first service should be at 600 miles)

[@eliinthewolverinestate6729]

Thank you. Going on my first poker run. It's for charity.

[@user-gl3nd1fo5y]

Didn't adjust both sides???

[@FightFilms]

He really did say that.

[@mitracangalheiro]

yap. but really both sides should be checked because to me the adjuster moved like 1 to 2mm (just look closely to the notch and it moves from left to right from small notch (line) to larger). that means that the wheel will me missaligned if not adjusted on both sides and cause bearing issues lorg term, brake pads rubbing, uneven tire wear...

[@luckyhobbit8894]

Will doing this myself void my warranty?

[@fredorico41]

If it was me and a brand new bike like I have ,get the first service done at the dealership, not sure what it's like in the the US, but in Australia it should be carried out by a licenced mechanic or it could void your warranty.

[@jonathantatler]

Like many cars, does the engine management computer log the peak revs, speed etc?

[@ulyspot]

By adjusting chain tension on one side of swingarm only, you have just thrown your rear wheel alignment off from being true to the motorcycle. Very poor advice.

[@Wojtekpl2]

I strongly disagree with not doing run-in process.

[@16aravan]

Im like a bird I want to fly awaaaay idk where my soul is

[@M-F-Blacksheep]

Fly to Jesus Christ!

[@benster62]

Hey bro what are your thoughts on the Yamaha V6a?

[@rctractif]

You need to straighten your rear wheel.. what are you doing?? That is how you get accidents with new riders. Can not believe you do it like that……

[@FightFilms]

You should watch his off road riding. It gets even better.

[@4AnimeFreak]

I absolutely love your videos 😁 so informative and well recorded. I can't wait to get my own wheels and start making money I'll definitely enter these giveaways and start a subscription 😁 to receive a bike from you would be like receiving a metal of honor 😁 Thank you for the content! 🙏🏻

[@JackBNimbletradez]

Some shops don't perform service on new bikes. They'll hold it all day without doing anything to it. Here's my tip....check your plugs before and after every service. Thank me later....😉

[@JessicaSimonson1976]

Tail bag backwards?

[@GeorgiaGrowGuy]

Run a dry rag and brush over your chain before you spray it with anything. You will get 80% of the dirt off before you make a muddy mess. They want you to use more product, not less! peace

[@blakefreak]

Adjust just one side???? Yikes pal.

[@CaptainDanger19]

Thank You

[@lonestarstate6570]

I really want this bike. Hoping I can win it.

[@MarshallsLife]

I’ve never been this early

[@GoFastBeSafe]

Lol dealers charging $400 for this is WILD

[@chriscadman6379]

Gold Wing owners roll their eyes. Admit it noob you want a Dad bike.

[@K-so8gx]

This chain adjustment advice is awful, you should definitely always do both sides

[@UtilityLemon]

first

[@FightFilms]

He has no clue what he's doing. Content.

[@hecthormerida]

Now knowing that you are Brazilian it makes sense you sing a song from Nelly Furtado hahaha

[@yodo6414]

Wrong, you count your turns on BOTH sides of the swing arm for chain adjustment, for alignment, what kinda info do you give? GOODNESS, let try being professional,, seriously, grow up.

[@davapod]

I always check adjustment on both sides.