Transmission Oil Change: Harley Davidson Milwaukee Eight "Street Glide" !

A quick how-to change Transmission oil on a 2019 Harley Davidson M8
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[@LS-uv9gg]

I really like the balance of maintenance, customization, paint, etc., in each group of videos as they show up, thanks!

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad you like them!

[@Rickyswann381]

Such great videos I've now completed all 3 oil changes on my 2019 M8 SGS, after watching your videos it gave me the confidence to have a go by following your instructions to the T, when I purchased my SGS back in 2019 I was lucky that I found out following a bike trip to France that it was transferring fluid from the transmission to the primary, I was horrified to find that only 3 weeks after purchase I had near to nothing of fluid in the transmission I took it back to Harley where they installed a vent tube in the primary, they said they knew of the problem but was doing any call backs, and only doing the work when asked, But what I really want to say is thank you because watching your videos and copying your instructions on all the oil changes I have saved money but more important to me it has given me a sense of pride and confidence that I can do it myself

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much for your kind and generous feedback Ricky, I'm aware of that problem, and not surprised that Harley aren't making it a recall, only dealing with issues that arise under warranty.. same as many other design problems they have glossed over in the past.. Great to hear that you're taking a pride in your bike and enjoying that wider pride of ownership that swinging your own spanners brings.. Good luck with it and ride safe... Del.

[@davepelfrey3958]

I'm really enjoying and learning alot from your channel. Great explanations and informative content. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

[@Moonfleet41]

My pleasure Dave, thank you for your feedback.

[@bakeetalzahrini1931]

I need asking u ,transmission will take one bottle🤔🤔🤔

[@springy-2112]

It's a lovely feeling changing fluids and parts . For us garage pervs! Phwoah! gear oil!! giggedy giggedy! 😉 Peace and love brother 👍🏻☮❤

[@Moonfleet41]

"Phwoar Gear oil" isn't what i said when i took a sniff of it.... But then again, i guess standing in the garage sniffing oil is perv on any day of the week aye brother.. lol! :-) PeazNloaf buddy.!

[@allenhuling598]

@@Moonfleet41 The back and forth between you two is always a good belly laugh for me....cheers to you both!!

[@Moonfleet41]

@@allenhuling598 Thanks Allen, we keep each other in order for sure, same sense of humour an' all that!

[@rykerolaoghaire8781]

Del is the Man! Never cuts corners.

[@pacificnorthwestgrowers5691]

l I a

[@ObsessiveCarDetailer]

I've said it before and will say it again, just my favourite KZbin channel

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you most kindly Sir.

[@nbholifield]

Man your videos are awesome....well explained and easy to follow....I will be doing my own fluid changes going forward on my M8 114 SGS!!!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad to help, good luck with it Sir!

[@shaunglendinning]

Another one for the archive Del! Appreciated.

[@Moonfleet41]

My pleasure Shaun,! Good to hear form you as always.

[@rsbharley4766]

Job well done Del & Penny, nice how to mate. Good oil that Amsoil. Have a good week, stay safe. Cheers

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, absolutely love this oil, transforms the bike, specially if it's a little overdue for an oil change, specially the gearbox, so much smoother through the gears and especially that first engagement in the morning. Take care and have a great week, D&Px

[@tinks43]

Nice and fresh & so easy to do, nice one guys 👍🏻

[@Moonfleet41]

Exactly that mate, Harley's are easy to work on even the latest models.

[@nickhellen6303]

Another great “user friendly “ demonstration. Thankfully, my Softail is almost as easy as your bike. You do nice careful work. If money ever gets tight, you could always do oil changes for people. I’m sure you’d get great take-up because everyone would know firstly the job was done; and secondly it was done right.😉

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you for your kind words, it's much appreciated, ride safe.

[@renzovc]

another great video brother!!! simple and straightforward! ive never owned a harley but i think soon will be the time lol stay safe guys cheers from new york!!! 😄😄😄👍👍👍

[@Moonfleet41]

What's this?! Coming to the darkside?! Go for it brother, you'll never look back... stay safe both and have a great week, D&Px

[@rikturna]

Morning from down under mate, I’m enjoying the videos mate. Every now and then a previous project turns up. The dart scribe!! I’m glad you’re not using the engine oil for all three holes. The gear shift is so much better with gear oil.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, appreciate you noticing... I love my dart scribe, it's on it's third tip now so I better sharpen the old ones so I can keep changing them! And yes indeed, when I swopped from a single oil over to the three separate Amsoil products a year or so ago, I'll never go back to that, gearbox is so much smoother!

[@EdgeDynamicsEnglishRazors]

My gear shifter levers went all tight and stiff this week , it had me worried about the gearbox seizing..Turned out to be the clutch cable just needed adjusting... Happy days :) Enjoyed the video..Cheers

[@FLHCSfan68]

Man, I really appreciate your channel... God bless ✝️👍🤙✌️

[@kennethcalimpong7919]

Hi Dellboy’s Garage, thank you for this, liked & subscribed, Happy New Year, Aloha, Kenneth 🤙🏽

[@Moonfleet41]

Welcome aboard Kenneth and thank you for your kind new year wishes, we hope that you'll have a peaceful and happy 2024 too!

[@rebel_ltz]

I’m about to do a 3 hole oil change on my M8 soon and this is a great little series.

[@Moonfleet41]

Good luck mate, engine oil and filter next so they'll be three separate videos you can follow!

[@brocurt8323]

Rock on! Very good video! Simple, and great recording.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you kindly!

[@BeardofHoneySoul]

Love the basics for the at home mechanic.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Brother, im glad you enjoyed it. We hope you're keeping safe and well over there, and enjoying life.

[@allanmason7544]

nice job del as expected

[@markhowlett8070]

Great advice sir.

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Goldwing1500rider]

Sure like your new ramp!! Just what I need!! But wifie …. Says 😏…. Anyways…. Like in total agreement with you… easy change and ready for spring ride!! I do mine during winter!! In nice warm garage!!

[@uk6928]

Del, done well ! Best regards from Bonn/Germany. Uwe

[@MintyGusto]

Perfect day for riding today! Another brilliant video Del!

[@leighmarshman3522]

I’ve always done the oil on my bikes every years even with lock down when I only done 460 miles between mots I’ve always said oil is cheaper than the engine/ gear box Hope your ok buddy are you back on the buses sorry butler coaches 😂🤘

[@Moonfleet41]

Good mantra mate.. oil is cheaper than parts for sure...and yes, back on coach work now, better every day mate.

[@twincam8888]

Thank you

[@coloradokid1346]

Ok Del I know you put the name of the sealant on the screen just for me.😁😆

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure did brother, glad it helped 😆

[@peterdoherty7282]

Del, I love when you do these simple, well explained tips on DYI bike care. Thanks so much! I always find the dip stick for the gear box so hard to read with fresh oil. Such a small gap between fill and full. Pete 🇨🇦

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey Pete, thanks for your kind words and yeah, i have to agree, what's the use of a chrome dip stick, it's almost impossible to see the oil on it, and when it's hot, the oil runs off the end giving a false reading.. Still, we love them with all their faults aye..

[@Arijit_VU3ICT]

As good as always..

[@buggoe]

Great channel and superior videos on everything motorcycles!! Clear instructions bring me back to your channel whenever i need the right stuff for my 2022 RKS! What is that seat on your bike? Looks like a real solid comfy seat,..my stock one is ok but may upgrade soon. Cheers from Vancouver Island!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you kindly Sir for your generous words of support, we're really glad you enjoy the videos and that they can help you out! The seat was a great find, I got it very slightly used, it was a genuine factory Harley seat from the same year UltraGlide... just basically the big touring seat! The owner bought the bike new and put a custom seat on it straight away... so the seat was spare... I'm sure there's plenty on the market and if you can find one from a CVO it'll even be heated.

[@steveoschenck288]

Thank You So Much ❤😂 That's All I need to know . Godbless Ya'll 🙏 🙏 🙏

[@Moonfleet41]

You are so welcome !

[@frankpellegrino7448]

Thank you Del, another great video. M8 engines are notorious for transferring fluid from the transmission to the primary. It generally doesn't create that much of a problem but you may wish to measure how much fluid drains from the transmission the next time you do this service. If it is less than what you put in it has migrated to the primary. If you check the transmission oil level in about 2000 miles, I suspect you may find the level low.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, I will do that, the secondary check is of course the primary level itself, and luckily when I changed it it was correct and so was the gearbox here, so no migration at this point (10k miles), but I will certainly keep an eye on it, I check my oil levels routinely anyway!

[@JulianJohnstone]

@@Moonfleet41 mine transferred (hydro clutch model M8) installed greg williams fat push rod to slow it down but also needed the thicker 85W140 oil to stop it happening.

[@Moonfleet41]

@@JulianJohnstone Yeah i hear that a lot... that the thicker the gear oil the less (if at all) it happens.. perhaps for those who use "same oil in all three holes" would experience it more !!! after all, 20W/50 is never really up to the job in the first place aye.!

[@atstickyday3270]

looking shiny mate

[@Butterfly07949]

When I had my beama I would use lucus and not bmw gear oil. I really liked it with it being a bit thicker as the seals in that old girl would weep mainly around the clutch actuation arm. My mum didn't like oil on her path 😂

[@Moonfleet41]

Those were the days aye mate?! I had pretty much the same restrictions, woe betide I stained the drive! Have a good week, keep safe D&Px

[@Butterfly07949]

@@Moonfleet41 and you brother 😀

[@beans4491]

Fantastic.

[@Moonfleet41]

Many thanks mate!, good to hear form you.

[@enduromotorradtouren]

Nice video, easy to follow. These new red side covers are a great help for huge Harleys (or Wings). Wintertime is perfect for getting our vehicles in the best shape for the start of the new season. Spannering also helps us over the winter. All the best, Günter from Nürnberg/Germany

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks for watching Günter, it's a,ways good to hear form you.

[@enduromotorradtouren]

@@Moonfleet41 And it's always good to see you looking healthy, Del.

[@andyjrichie6709]

Good evening Sir Well that was pretty straight forward. When checking your engine oil , do you screw your dip stick in all the way or just rest it on top to check your oil level , could give me a shout out tomorrow on this matter , thanking you Andy. Excellent video Sir

[@Moonfleet41]

Screw the cap all the way in Andy, same as the gearbox oil. Thanks for watching mate, hope you're both well.

[@andyjrichie6709]

@@Moonfleet41 thanking you Sir , both doing well.

[@brianwise4813]

Thank you Del awsome job! Now tell me what year is your street glide? And happy to hear your feeling more yourself now :)

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Brian, it's the first of the 114's, so 2019... and thank you so much for your kind words.

[@crazylouie68]

What’s the recommended miles to change transmission and primary ? I change engine every 5k. I use synthetic on all 3 holes

[@adventureswithizzio7934]

Followed your guides, spot on... however when doing the transmission, put in 28 and it didnt register on the stick. Added a bit more and it was ok. Do you check it on the stand or upright / level? Concerned with too much in there.

[@Moonfleet41]

Check your manual Chris because different models vary... this bike was check upright, but some are on the jiffy stand, so be sure you get the right spec... a manual is always worth the investment.

[@nsoul8469]

I’m not a massive fan of Harleys, but that is a nice bike!

[@KiDCateringEquipmentParts]

What’s the brand make of your bike lift Del

[@fader2701]

My 2020 street glide special.is tough to get into neutral. Any tips?

[@garymccaughey691]

"It costs you 15mins of your life to do it"...... Unless you're Del then add in your video editing time. 😂😂 Another great tutorial bro. Looking fit & healthy good to see.

[@Moonfleet41]

Yeah, there is always that Gary, usually a day's work, but worth it when it;s appreciated.. .thanks for your kind words mate,

[@garya3056]

Great vid, Del. I suppose I really should get different oils for my Fatboy but I use the same Harley synthetic 20W50 motor oil in all 3 holes. I am a fanatic about change intervals… 3,000 miles. I’d appreciate your thoughts. Thanks. Hugs to Penny! 🏍👍🏍

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Gary, I used to be the same way using the Syn3 in all three holes, and the primary isn't really important, in fact engine oil is perfectly good for it and hell I've even used ATF in primary's and it's fine... but as for the gearbox, just as an experiment, try a proper thick gear oil in your next change and let me know what you think! I reckon you'll be quite surprised how it softens up the shifts no end! Enjoy your week mate and keep safe.

[@garya3056]

@@Moonfleet41 ok I will do that, Del. The gear changes sure can be a bit clunky on those Harleys. In fact, I may spritz a bit of the gear oil you mention on my mother-in-law’s cornflakes in the morning. Might stop her from squeaking and save me some money on her prune juice. Bonus! Take care, my friend. 😎

[@robertlumsden942]

instructive as usual. hey got a question though - i notice you wear gloves alot doing stuff. how are they. cumbersome? i have never used gloves so curious. thanks

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey Robert, no problem with the gloves, they're not thick, just thin rubber like the tattooist wears, you can feel everything you need to, and when working with oils it helps keep your skin healthy long term. Like you, i never used to, but after a few decades at it, i do now!

[@belisleian1985]

Hi, First, thanks for this great video. What is the allen key size for the transmission dip stick? I can't find the size in my tools, either in the service manual. Thanks

[@Moonfleet41]

Im not near the bike right now, but from memory it'll be either 5/16 or 3/8 AF. !

[@belisleian1985]

@@Moonfleet41 thanks. I will try both. Have a nice day

[@Kyle403G]

Are you using a 12-point socket on a 6 sided drain bolt 🫣

[@myz06rocks]

I know I might have mentioned it prior but everyone should be careful with 3/8” drive torque wrenches. Some, dare I say most, of the ones I’ve seen and used only go down to 20ft-lbs and as a result I use a 1/4” drive on anything under 20. I also learned that the owners manual also cautions that the audible click is harder to hear at low settings and this is how I broke a cam cap bolt off in my engine 2 years ago.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks for sharing your insight buddy, those small settings are important, I do the same myself, certainly anywhere under 15!

[@motordown7664]

Great video Del and your editing is spot on. Surprising how clean the fluid drained but once in the container it was much darker. Love the Street Glide but miss the Strada.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, and yeah, it looked fine draining out, but once in the jug it was black.. and it also smelled of poo as usual, so certainly needed swapping.. Bear with me on the Husky.. im giving the paint work a week to fully cure as it's so cold at the moment, then ill be wet sanding and polishing it ready to fit back on the bike.. it'll be worth waiting for mate.

[@dannyhoward8738]

Hi Del, what are the oil specifications for the transmission and primary oils, so that I can purchase and use whats available locally.👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Unless you want to go with synthetics, then use "HD Formula +" for the primary case, and "HD Gear Oil" for the gearbox.. !

[@josecabral5101]

Hey love the KZbin videos. So how often should the transmission fluid be changed?

[@rebel_ltz]

It’s in the video.

[@Moonfleet41]

On a M8 the schedule calls for every 20k.

[@clark7169]

Solid advice as always Del. Full of admiration for your tutorials and that wonderful Harley. Seen you are zooming up that ramp faster than FabioRinsrossi since you attached your new side wings. 🇸🇪🇬🇧😊👍🏻

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Paul, 👍 Simple service procedure aye, and a great way to save money you don;t need to spend. and yes the lift is so much easier to use now. Have a great week mate, and keep safe.

[@clark7169]

@@Moonfleet41 Very true indeed and it's comforting knowing that it's been serviced correctly when you do it yourself and the self satisfaction. Glad the ramp additions are adding to the self assurance, that's one heavy bike. Ride safe Del. 🇸🇪🇬🇧😊👋🏻

[@clean4sureclean4sure93]

Hi Dale could I ask where you got the box of seals from please.

[@Moonfleet41]

Here you go mate, this is a link to the imperial sizes (different coloured box but the same seals), and if you need metric, they do those too! www.spanner-monkey.co.uk/rubber-o-ring-assortment-407pc-imperial-113280?search=bor407&description=true

[@paulbuckberry7683]

Hi Del, I saw that you use Amsoil on that but what was the spec? Was it synthetic?

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes Paul, Amsoil fully Synthetic Gearbox oil, same with the Primary Fluid in the last video, and ill be using Amsoil V-Twin 20W/50 fully synthetic in the next video on Friday.

[@Nifilheimur]

It is essentially the same on a touring twin cam right?

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes mate, essentially the same, your handbook should give you diagrams for locations of the correct drain plug, the oil quantity itself and of course the torque ranges... but if you get stuck, I made a video of these changes on my Dyna Switchback which is pretty much the same as your motor.

[@user-ux8gr5vv2l]

what is the thread lock you used?

[@Moonfleet41]

"Tread Tight" ?

[@tiukawni]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@RenegadesGarage]

Great video Del as always sir.. I always change all three oils at the same time between 4k and 5k miles, even on customers bikes. I do that at least 2 times and sometimes 3 or 4 times a year depending on how much we ride.. It's hot as a whore in church here most of the year so I like to keep the oils changed..

[@Moonfleet41]

Good plan, i couldn't agree more mate.. can't believe that the MoCo schedule the gearbox oil change for every 20K, that's insane, what state will it be in by then, full of condensation water and mushed to hell.. every 5k for me, or at least annually.

[@fader2701]

I never understood why you don't have more subscribers.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you very much for your kind words mate, we are growing steadily all the time, but I do believe motorcycle is an extremely niche subject, if you check out Eric The Car Guy, he started the same time as us and look at him now!... but we're happy where we are and grateful for all the subscribers we have!

[@michaelmitchell5909]

The new M8 motor is a beast of a motor. The new touring models are insane. Definitely look amazing in person the videos do them no justice

[@Moonfleet41]

I agree Michael, on the 114 here, you hardly need a gearbox over 30mph, just drop it in top and ride the torque..!