⚡Twin Cam Softail @Complete 3 Hole Oil Change

[@shanewhitford]

Shane from New Zealand here. Fantastic little video I have the confidence to bow do my own lube changes. Thank you!

[@sikbaggers]

Youre very welcome Shane and thank you for watching..glad to help!

[@petertfarler880]

First time Harley owner, so for me it was very informative 👍You're video was done very well, easy to follow... Keep up the great job !!!

[@sikbaggers]

Glad it helped, Peter and thanks for checking it out!

[@petertfarler880]

@@sikbaggers Mornin, should I use the oil designated for each "Hole" and not just synthetic 20-50 in all three holes, I live in Florida...Thanks in advance !!!

[@AntonioFilho-z9l]

Got my first Harley 2005 softtail. Always work on my cars but never did any work on a motorcycle. This video was great. Awesome and clean information. Thank you

[@sikbaggers]

Very glad to be a help and thank you for checking it out!

[@elcioalmeida800]

I learned a lot by watching your videos on oil change… Thank you very very much 😉👍

[@sikbaggers]

Glad the video helped! And thank you for checking it out!

[@tonytellez2452]

Was very impressed on your technique of installing led lites on your bike..I have a trike HD planning on installing some on mine...thanks for all that info!!

[@rushtk2112]

Thank you! Just got my 1st harley and am trying to learn what to do.

[@sikbaggers]

Youre very welcome! And if you have any questions please let me know ill try to help the best i can, Be safew

[@rushtk2112]

@@sikbaggers I figure I will bug some of my old vet brothers, your video was very informative, you have a new subscriber! Thanks again!

[@daveboutte3056]

Dave Booty I really enjoyed your video, 1st time Harley owner at 65yrs old. Great video work,thanks so much.

[@sikbaggers]

thank you dave and any questions just let me know! Be safe!

[@deannewberry5628]

Me too Dave... 65 years old bought a 07 Deuce I found in the yard of the tarp over it😂

[@TomGlander]

Right on. Thank you.

[@sikbaggers]

thank you tom!

[@GregSpittenPickz101]

Great step by step video

[@sikbaggers]

Thank you Greg!

[@dr2casto]

No drain plug on my 93 1340….

[@masoncole5834]

You and I are in the same boat my friend

[@g00nda]

Great video and excellent advice. I am leaning towards Mobil 1 for my 2019 Softail Slim that I purchased a year ago. I am planning to do my first 3-hole oil change and wanted to get your input on the if I should be using Mobil 1 20W-50 Full Synthetic for all 3-holes or should I use Mobil 1 20W-50 for the engine oil replacement only? If so, what should I use for the Transmission and Primary? Please advise. Thank you

[@sikbaggers]

youll need a roughly 85-140 for transmission and you can find dedicated "primary" fluids everywhere

[@g00nda]

@@sikbaggers Thank you

[@rushtk2112]

Thanks!

[@sikbaggers]

Thank you so much for your kind donation my friend..it really means a lot! So glad the videos are helping!

[@chopperking1967]

10:47 Transmission

[@richardfromm9347]

Let’s see you changing out stator on 97 FLHT

[@sikbaggers]

Thats a pretty specific request Richard lol

[@ihateleftistliars4840]

GREAT JOB

[@sikbaggers]

Thank you! Glad it helped!

[@louisanderson7289]

I thought it was a very good video.

[@loumiki]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@sikbaggers]

Thank you!

[@daringeorge8812]

Excellent video! Been changing my fluids in my Harleys for almost 30 years but still love watching other people to learn new techniques. 👍

[@sikbaggers]

Thank you Darin! I'm the same way...never stop learning!

[@dougsimpson8301]

Enjoyed watching the video is very good and he is knowledgeable now I just need to know how to make go faster

[@donthompson164]

Perfect step by step instructional video. I learned a new trick about the blow by on this video. Did not hesitate to like and subscribe. Not only does he tell you what he is doing but, he tells you why he is doing it.

[@sikbaggers]

Hey Don! Thank you so much for checking it out and the comment! I truly appreciate it. Glad the videos are helping! Don't hesitate to hit me up if you ever have any questions..be safe!

[@lm4tuna0461]

Been doing my own oil changes since 1978, and need a little help from time to time with different bikes. I’m not too proud to admit it either. Love this video! Great camera work and instructions. Easy to follow with perfect audio, lighting and editing. I wasted no time hitting the subscribe button and bell 🔔 Please keep it coming!

[@JerielWilliam]

Thank you for the tutorial on a three-hole oil change it was very good thank you

[@sikbaggers]

Youre very welcome! Glad to help!

[@shed6624]

The best 3 hole oil change video on a Harley, on the whole net period. Well done

[@sikbaggers]

thank you!! Glad to help!

[@terryrichardson59]

great video. Just to add, there is now a half funnel that is made for removing the oil filter and allows the oil to drain into a catch pan instead of hitting the frame/engine. Mine has a hole and a rubber tube to direct it to the pan.

[@sikbaggers]

yes there are several versions of that funnel on amazon..thanks for checking it out!

[@TanTan-zw7wb]

Say. This is precisely the video I’ve been looking for. Great information and tips and tricks to get this done right ! Thank you!

[@sikbaggers]

thanks for watching and glad to help!

[@mcbrown8729]

Just bought a 2014 fat boy Softail this was very educational due to the fact that I do most of my own work it was step-by-step and and I really like that keep the good work going

[@sikbaggers]

thats awesome...glad to help!! Enjoy your new sled!

[@jasonbartz7352]

Doing my 1st 3 hole change this weekend. Excellent tutorial! I also cant help but to admire the bike. Beautiful!!!

[@sikbaggers]

thank you very much and glad to help!

[@dustyflair]

GREAT ADVICE! Thanks for taking to time and $$ to make these vids!

[@sikbaggers]

Thank you Dusty! Much appreciated!

[@robjohnson212]

That was GREAT! Best damn oil change tutorial EVER. Thank You, Sir!

[@sikbaggers]

thank you rob! Glad to help!

[@LifeontheBlacktop]

Came here because it said 3 holes. Wasn't disappointed.

[@chopperking1967]

3:25 Drain plug locations

[@davidhelton9007]

So if I’m not mistaken, is the synthetic oil not for all holes? The oil for the primary is not the same ? Sure appreciate these videos, as I do need the information from time to time.

[@sikbaggers]

Hey David...yes you can run synthetic in all 3 holes..we run HD SYN3 in all thre holes on the baggers with no issues. The amsoil kit just has a slightly different weight for each one but its still all synthetic.

[@Jaysonic3423]

Thank you for this!! I am not mechanically proficient/inclined/experienced, but, just bought a 2001 Softail Deuce, and want to be able to do my own work on it. Looking for a tuneup video, your video is the first that popped up, and it's perfect! Easily explained, clearly shown. Thank you! Instant sub.

[@russpeaknuckel9525]

Excellent !

[@j-rc6520]

Awesome video. I have a 2010 heritage with the 103 kit. Will the 3 oils you use be the same for my bike?

[@joeg8269]

Lmao! "One ugah dugah..." First time I've ever heard that one... but knew exactly what he was talking about. That will definitely be a unit of measurement in my garage moving forward!

[@loukennedy9058]

Fantastic video Steve very informative , well explained & easy to follow , gives amateurs like me confidence in having a go at this. Cheers Lou 🇦🇺

[@sikbaggers]

Thank you Lou! Glad the video helped...any questions please just let me know. Have a great weekend!

[@earlmallow]

This has helped me tremendously, I am a new owner of my first heritage soft tail that also has the 103 engine. Thank you for making this video for the ones who don’t have the financial means to get their bikes to a shop. Have a blessed week. -AKA Lucky

[@sikbaggers]

Hey glad to help Lucky!! Thank you for watching!

[@melaniemitchell2370]

Great Video! Very informative. Better then most I've seen because you show what tools are needed and where exactly the plugs are. I expecially like your tips to make it easier and how not to overfill it with oil. Thank you!

[@atoth9939]

Great video! I've done these oil changes several times over the years, but this time I was looking to see if anyone has found any tricks by now about getting any more oil out of the engine case since during an oil change, you're really just draining the oil tank. There is still a bit of old oil in the engine. It's been fine over the years. Was just curious. Thanks for the video!

[@sikbaggers]

yeah youll never get all the old oil out and its fine...you would be surprised to see how much they dont drain on a HD service. When it slows down, they plug it back up. get her hot and drain her, thats about it.

[@Cherhill]

Just did the 3 hole change from this video, all good thank you! 🙏

[@sikbaggers]

awesome and saved some money! Glad to help!

[@GaryGullicksen]

Hi I have just done 3 hole change I used the redline 75/90 for trans works great also redline for primary big difference in shifting smooth. I have softail deuce with inspection cover I checked both filled threw primary less mess bike runs and shifts like new thanks again .

[@darrinleazer6784]

I have a 2015 Fatboy and this is a awesome video. Because by showing this, it helps me to save a lot of money in the long run.

[@sikbaggers]

Thanks for checking it out and really glad it helped!

[@guitarking367]

I just bought my first motorcycle. A 2013 Harley-Davidson Heritage Softail Classic. A friend said I should expect a decent bill for oil changes and whatnot. So here I am watching videos to see how it's done to save me some money. Thank you for the informative and very detailed video. Also thank you for the links to the equipment I should invest in.

[@sikbaggers]

You are very welcome and yes tons of this can be done at home with a few simple tools...same as doing your cars and trucks, you just need to know fluid levels and how to check them. You'll save tons of money this way so I'm glad the videos are helping!

[@troygier991]

Very well done. Because of you I am considering buying a Harley. In my mid fifties and it's time to buy a Road glide special. Thanx and have a good day. Yes I use AMSOIL and its recommended by Harley dealers in DFW area.

[@sikbaggers]

Thanks Troy...well we have plenty of videos on the harley baggers ..street glides and road glides...the softail build is pretty new to us here but a lot of the info transfers over to same to the baggers.

[@thomasfreeborn3496]

thank you for the three hole oil change, thanks for all the knowledge you give us on all your videos, you rock brother!!!

[@sikbaggers]

Thank you Thomas! Much appreciate sir.

[@weathp]

Man I have an ‘02 Deuce and had no idea where to start with an oil change. Thanks to you I’ll be able to accomplish it. Thank you very much.

[@sikbaggers]

Youre very welcome. Its pretty straight forward..once you do it a few times itll be the same as doing your car or truck.

[@timothystake5576]

well done video, simple speak & easy to understand! you're going to help a lot of hesitant guys/ladies save a BUNCH of $$$ by being able to do these necessary maintenance items..

[@sikbaggers]

Thanks for checking it out Timothy! Much appreciated sir.

[@jontnoneya3404]

Great vid! Thank you! I didn't see a link to the Amsoil Fluids Kit

[@sikbaggers]

oh sorry about that...here is the link to Amsoil but if you find a local dealer they maybe able to offer a cheaper price as they get discounts www.amsoil.com/p/amsoil-v-twin-oil-change-kit-hdmb-hdmb/?code=HDMB-EA&gad_source=1

[@jontnoneya3404]

@@sikbaggers - Thank you so much!

[@TJRoberts-ny2rn]

Just wanted to say thanks for being here and showing us fellas exactly how its done in an easy way so we understand. God Bless You and Yours! See you next time when me,a paraplegic, and my paraplegic riding partner need a hand with our Softails!

[@sikbaggers]

Thank you TJ...much appreciated! I'm glad the videos help!

[@awgamir5024]

Hi sir.. thanks for this video..i got HD XL 1200 custom.. it's only 2 types of oil ..now im in proces to trade in my XL200 to HD Softail slim model 2018....so meaning that this Softail got 3 types oil major oil.. thanks.

[@WayneRayChavis]

💯👈🤘

[@sikbaggers]

Thank you Wayne!

[@edwardkoperski3659]

Amy chance on detailing the 3 hole change for a FXLR Low Rider M8 107? BTW great video good detail and great tips while working. Steve is very good

[@petemcelhaney9205]

I've always paid the shop for a 3 hole, but, but never again...this video makes it very easy...thank you Brother

[@sikbaggers]

Glad to help save some money! Super easy to do at home!

[@danieljs125]

I have a skid plate covering my transmission drain plug. What do I do?

[@Yoda19611]

Thanks you for doing this great video! The softail standard is slightly different but all of the steps are basically the same. This is an excellent reference video! Well done!

[@sikbaggers]

Thank you for watching and the kind comment! Much appreciated and glad the video helped!

[@peterbiltpati3107]

A great video guys. Thank you for making basic maintenance refresher pleasant to listen to and not 'in your face' . Easier to stay focused and absorb, when the voice and professionalism is in layman's terms and not Sigmund Froid's or Billy or Bobby Badass's.

[@sikbaggers]

Thank you for checking it out and the kind words! I hope the video helped!

[@dmccombe7]

I have my brother in laws 2003 Heritage Softail to service. Its been stored in a barn since 2009. (he had a serious quad accident leaving him paralysed from neck) I've been cleaning the bike up first but my next step was oil changes altho i dont want to try starting the bike with 12yr old oil and was going to do an oil change first, change battery and turn the bike over by hand with spark plugs removed to make sure nothing has seized. Will put a tiny spot of oil in the spark plug holes beforehand. Your vid on the oil change simplified the procedure greatly for me. I had no idea there were 3 oil drains on the bike till i watched this. Many many thanks for your vids.

[@sikbaggers]

Glad to have helped!! I hope you an get it all lined out and running! Thanks for checking out the video!

[@liftedpurplehaze]

Just wondering why you didn’t show clutch adjustment? Should be part of a softail primary oil change.

[@sikbaggers]

Great question and I think that is better done in its own video IF the clutch needs adjusted. This video was already pretty long. I'll try to get one made up soon.

[@gregmannos]

Ultra owner here.. thanks for ALL your videos

[@sikbaggers]

Thanks for checking it out Greg and you're very welcome! Be safe!

[@bobwhitaker8233]

You ever do a 2008 softail stator change without removing the inner primary.

[@garyblevins136]

Oil line holds for 1990 FXSTS Springer front end two line under was cut were do they go

[@madogblue]

Was doing some research on my 2007 Softail. Per Transmission service bulletin M-1296 that applies to 96 CI six speeds: Capacity is 32 oz, may only need 28 due to residual in trans. Check level just rest the dipstick on the lip of the housing on side stand. Do not screw in.

[@sikbaggers]

aah yes...love those bulletins HD puts out..you were smart to look that up, specially on an 07..4 ounces can definitely make a huge difference.

[@lonniesharp9109]

You need a shirt that just says "ONE UGGA-DUGGA" 😎

[@sikbaggers]

lol...great idea!

[@danoweston6185]

Really explained every thing well, including the locations of the drain plugs, thank you!

[@treefrogtreeserviceinc1887]

Hey Steve excellent video! I have a 03 Heritage and was wandering about the derby cover o ring..so Thanks! However let me ask..did you used to work at Kimball's in F.L. Indiana? I think I remember you from back in the day..However just wandering..Great job on the videos and thanks for the help!!

[@sikbaggers]

Hey glad to help! nah never lived in florida...so it wasnt me. Been in Illinois for most of my life except for the Army which I was based in FT. Benning GA.

[@axa4216]

you're the man! thanks for breaking it down so well, much appreciated

[@sikbaggers]

very glad to help!

[@ronaldhudson5678]

Excellent presentation, well explain, I am an vehicle mechanic, I own a 03 H.D. Her. Softail Classic I will be looking at more your videos and I will get bike manual, Thanks 👍💯

[@sikbaggers]

Thank you for checking it out Ronald! Glad the video helped...and if you already wrench then this will be a breeze, just need the fluid amounts and torque specs and your set.

[@hueyhuval9902]

One of the BEST videos I’ve seen on this subject yet…!

[@sikbaggers]

Thank you Huey...glad to help!

[@darknite199]

Love the video. Will be doing it on my 08 softail heritage

[@JeffreyMarkarian]

Hello ,I see you using amsoil products and know they make fluild for all three holes. Many bike, but this is my first Harley ( 2007 cvo screaming eagle softail 110 ) I've been doing some research and had a question. I've seen people use 20w 50 in all three and another person use 20w50 in the engine, prim , bjut 75w 140 gear oil in the trans what do you think

[@sikbaggers]

ive ran it both ways with no issues...using dedicated trans fluid and also running syn3 in all 3 holes.

[@chopperking1967]

16:13 oil Filter

[@chopperking1967]

15:15 Engine oil

[@ds9886]

Informative video. Your statement about the Derby cover being difficult to remove is so true. I ruined my first Derby cover. Not sure why the factory installs them with a mig welder! Lol

[@sikbaggers]

yeah they do suck .,...broke a few bolts in my days lol...its horrible every time it happens.

[@Oliver-Holes]

Damn, been riding metric bikes most of my life. After I get a Softail my Harley bud tells me "Wait until you service it, it's a F ing nightmare ". After watching this, no worries lol Thanks Sik Bags...

[@sikbaggers]

Youre very welcome...Ive had my fair share of servicing all makes of bikes and there is really nothing different about servicing a Harley....Most of the metric bikes ive owned Ive had to remove panels and sometimes even full on parts, like exhaust just to get to oil filters ...harleys are pretty easy

[@rudafitness9870]

Just did my first 3 hole on my Fatty after riding and working on a Dyna for the past ten years. This video saved my a**. Thanks bruv!

[@sikbaggers]

Youre very welcome..glad to help!

[@dogwooddigger732]

Love the videos on the soft tail as much as your others! Sure do appreciate you and what you doing.

[@sikbaggers]

Thank you and thank you for checking them out! Be safe!!

[@RonPetrey]

Why are you changing the transmission oil Everytime with engine oil? That doesn't require it for like 20,000 thousand miles.

[@sikbaggers]

who the hell said I was doing a 3 hole on every oil change?

[@bobbymills8817]

Top notch pal - straight forward and specific to the task . Didn't have to watch the first 10 minutes or so listening to what you had for breakfast two weeks and two days ago like a lot of the crappy videos in a desperate attempt at running the clock. True professional and it shows through your attention to detail. Keep-um coming Bobby Mills Mt Airy NC

[@sikbaggers]

Thank you sir..much appreciated. I like to keep it pretty straight forward...I go on youtbe all the time looking for help and im with you...cant stand to have to skip through videos to find what im looking for.

[@jimkoch1040]

Make more videos brother, I'm addicted! Definitely the best going.

[@sikbaggers]

Sorry for the late reply, just got back from Sturgis..but thank you Jim! We have alot in store!

[@Silvermototsurfer]

Great tutorial. The list of the necessary items is on point. Thanks!

[@sikbaggers]

Thank you and thank you for checking it out...grateful that it helped you!

[@paulsomers2166]

Very helpful. I liked how you talked about cross-threading of bolts/screws. However, the very best way to prevent the cross-thread of bolts/screws is to put the bolt to the hole then turn left/counter clockwise until you hear a click. When you hear a click that means the treads are on track and wont cross

[@sikbaggers]

great tip paul! Thanks for checking it out!

[@kerrycoltun8499]

Great video. Just picked up a used 2003 Softail FXSTI with a Twin Cam 88 and plan to change the oil. Just need to decide if I want to go with Amsoil or Mobil.

[@sikbaggers]

Thank you and very glad the video helped! Savin $$$

[@briandemartino2037]

Hey I just inherited my father's 97 singer and went Chang all the oil but was unable to find drain plug for transmission the two between the shocks I removed and they weren't it just wondering if there could be another location thanks video are very helpful

[@sikbaggers]

there is an oil drain hose with a clamp on it...check out this article here and step 3...youll see the hose www.durangoharley.com/--how-to-change-oil-in-a-harley-davidson

[@The_Woods_Way]

Great Video bro. Very detailed & informative. Thanks man! Love the channel by the way. I’m doing a Cholo build on my 2013 Deluxe as well, so good information on your series

[@sikbaggers]

Thats awesome man...Im enjoying the build but man itd been like pulling teeth to get certain parts right now..just sitting and waiting mainly lol

[@The_Woods_Way]

@@sikbaggers I understand completely! Carlini is sold out of the bars I’m putting on. I’ve been waiting on a bare bones seat from Lapera for 3 months.

[@lUsedToBeAMan]

algo didnt work. i needed your video 3 weeks ago when researching :) however with the service manual, i think i made it just fine. it was just more difficult awesome video!

[@sikbaggers]

the service manual is a wonderful thing

[@bryancardenas-qs4ig]

I’m new to biking whatt the focus when servicing ur bike like oil change transmission change brake fluid change and what’s the primary fluid

[@sikbaggers]

Here is a video that I shot that covers T CLOCKS...its a great inspection list kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2LCm5Jqbsamb9U

[@brentgrubbs8146]

I have a question about using alloy bolts for the derby cover. Should I add anti-seize to prevent bonding to the aluminum?

[@sikbaggers]

you can use anti seize on them but you will need to check them frequently in case they decide to back out.

[@joewest826]

My guess is the Heritage and the 06 Softail Deluxe differ just a little bit because my service manual doesn't agree with yours. However, they are close. My conundrum is that when I add the proper amount of oil as per the manual the dipstick shows an overfull condition. My manual also gives cold check and hot check instructions and should be performed on the jiffy stand. It even says that on the back of the dipstick...on the jiffy stand. The manual indicates that cold the oil should be at or just below the bottom weld of the filler neck. But when it is, the dipstick shows the oil is above the full line. On the hot check the oil is halfway up the filler tube. I took out some oil with a clean turkey baster and now on a cold check the oil is a good 1/2 to 3/4 inch below the weld on the filler neck but the dipstick still shows overfull. My manual say's to install up to 3.5 quarts of oil with a new filter but that seems to be way too much oil. What the heck am I missing here. Just to be clear I had the dipstick open to atmosphere when I drained the oil and I installed a new empty filter. Too much oil in Tampa ;-) .

[@sikbaggers]

Hey joe...yes you are correct about the amounts from yours to mine...they are very different size twin cams and you will need to use your service manual for sure on the specs. 88 vs 103 I would check it hot...in your case with it showing too much oil cold...but when its cold that doesnt really matter...it matters when the bike is running and the temps are hot...thats when you want the protection. Are you getting blow by? Oil dripping from your air cleaner when its hot or your riding? Also have you changed out the OEM disptick to an aftermarket one? Is your bike lowered in the rear? Bigger wheel in the rear or front? all of these things can effect the way your dipstick reads

[@FXSTB-i]

Tools required for all oil changes on a Victory 106? One Allen key.

[@sikbaggers]

👍

[@seanglennon8711]

Very good detailed video. my only question is, is it safe to use additives such as seafoam

[@toddhanis1516]

How often would you do transmission flush/ change? I'm trying to learn Harleys. I finally stepped up from rice burners?

[@sikbaggers]

5000 miles Motor, 10000 miles primary, 20000 miles transmission..the best way to do it in my opinion is every other oil change, do all 3 holes and youll never have to worry about it or try to remember what you changed last lol

[@EdgarLopez-t8m]

Great video, keep up the good work. Very professional, excellent work.

[@sikbaggers]

Thank you for watching ...glad to help!

[@AAVIATOR481]

Does it matter when checking the transmission fluid if you are on the jiffy stand or upright? I noticed it was mentioned for the engine oil....

[@sikbaggers]

Check the trans on the jiffy stand

[@JoseMartinez-yi8co]

Excellent video when you said like and subscribe I did it. Thanks for your help 👍

[@sikbaggers]

hey Jose...thanks man..much appreciated!

[@brandonbernius5623]

How often should I conduct a 3 hole oil change?

[@sikbaggers]

According to the manufacturer's service manual, you should change the engine oil at 5,000 miles. Primary oil should change at 10,000 miles, and trans fluid at 20,000 miles. A transmission oil change should happen every year, regardless of the miles. I do a 3 hole change every other oil change...makes it easy to remember

[@emailusatdotcom]

Great job, easy to follow and this video should help others to feel confident on working on their own bike. Routine maintenance task.

[@HP.Customs]

At the very end of the video the last time you checked the motor oil, you cut the video short if the dipstick says, you have to check it on the side. What was your final result with it on the Jiffy stand?

[@sikbaggers]

if you look at the bike on the lift at 20:43 the bike was on the jiffy stand..you can clearly see how the front wheel is sitting in the chock crooked.

[@andyschmid7259]

Hi, thanks for the video. Wouldn't it be a good idea to purge out the old motor oil? Just emptying the motor oil tank will leave the engine with about a third of old oil in the cycle. Thanks and kind regards from Switzerland, Andy

[@sikbaggers]

You can purge the systen if you wish, of course. The service manal does not call for it and if you take your bike to HD they wont do it either..but of course you can purge if you like, it wont hurt it

[@terrywilliams6497]

You all are Awesome..

[@sikbaggers]

thank you Terry!

[@cabinlife1886]

Free Service Manual is impossible to find. What sites are you using?

[@sikbaggers]

what the model and year of your bike?