What oil should I use in my Harley Davidson?

Today we are in the shop working on a 2017 Harley Davidson streak glide. I need to install a front tire and do a 20,000 mile service on this motorcycle and I thought I'd take the opportunity to explain what azo products we use per viewer request.
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[@BikerJim74]

Literally the most useful Harley oil change tutorial I've seen

[@amsoiladam]

Glad you think so!

[@grantking5052]

I have a 2016 Street Glide with 101800 miles on it. I have always run Amsoil in the motor, the Amsoil Primary Oil, and Amsoil transmission oil, with no problems. I live in South Florida and started using the straight 60 weight motor oil after I passed 50000 miles, especially for the summer heat here. The oils work great.

[@JohnCunningham-sy5ug]

Mobil supplies the base to Amsoil. A lot of people are not aware. Of that fact.

[@estebanmorales6568]

This is why I took my Harley to Adam at Biketoberfest for a 3 hole change instead of the dealer I bought it from. He knows his stuff.

[@dennispatterson3085]

Wow, that's funny, lmao, you can't drain oil,,

[@fordrock]

And this is why you ARE "Amsoil Adam"! Great video explaining it thoroughly for the people in the back...

[@amsoiladam]

Thank you!

[@bigdawgqc]

"What oil should I use in my Harley Davidson?" By Amsoil Adam. I can't imagine what he would recommend. LOL. Great video & great oil. BUT. Any name brand Synthetic 20W/50 is going to be fine changed at correct intervals or by calendar as mention here. I use Mobil One for engine, Red Line Heavy Shock in tranny & Shell Rotella C-4 in primary. Also, A friend recently traded a 2020 Ultra Limited in on a new one. It had 105K+ miles bone stock. No issues & not burning any oil between oil changes. He does LOTS of long trips away from home. And guess what, he changed engine oil every 5K & tranny/primary every other....all with OMG...HD Syn 3.

[@Jeff82556]

I just wondered what signal strength you got with that "Mobile One" and whether or not it was through Verizon or other.

[@bigdawgqc]

@@Jeff82556 , good one! LOL. Not checking the voice text.

[@Jeff82556]

@@bigdawgqc 😁

[@ToddWoodman]

Thanks for the info and refresher. Hopefully the owner opts for the primary vent. I had one installed on my 2019 ultra and it fixed the oil bypass issue. Take care.

[@ghostmost2614]

AMSOIL Harleys need all the help they can get😎

[@jagjr6772]

Glad to hear someone really address calendar service over mileage for those of that ride low miles but want take care of our bikes.

[@amsoiladam]

Most people don’t even realize that there’s a time limit on stuff.

[@jessealvarez6324]

Thank you so much for this knowledge in oil. I have a beautiful 2007 Road Glide and I have made it my duty to make sure to always change the oil continuously. This is truly the blood of the bike. This coming summer I should be hitting 90,000 miles. Thank you for all your wisdom!!!!!!

[@amsoiladam]

I’m glad that you found the video useful, sir. Congratulations on keeping that road glide alive.

[@roadglide1142]

I never bought into the idea that the 20W50 was best for all three holes. I always use the specific design fluids .

[@ZZ-topp]

Amsoil is the ONLY oil i put in my bike, amazing stuff,keep up the great work adam!

[@amsoiladam]

Thank you sir, I’ve yet to find a product that performs better

[@buckeyeelite2429]

Thanks to this video I think I’ve got the confidence to change the fluids myself and save some money. Really educational and informative. Glad I subscribed to this channel.

[@amsoiladam]

Glad it helped!

[@SJBagger]

Absolutely love how thorough you are Adam, great job!

[@amsoiladam]

I appreciate that!

[@Hoglife]

Amsoil is the ONLY oil I put in my bike,amazing stuff,keep up the great work Adam!

[@Neo.Ibarra9281]

Why do you think its amazing oil?

[@Hoglife]

@@Neo.Ibarra9281 the way it makes my motor sound amazing and it tends to run a bit cooler

[@kenkramer2884]

Just installed them. These work amazing! I have an ultra classic and checking pressure is always a pain in the ass. I installed these TPMS after watching Mikes video from last year

[@jeffhennings6579]

Great video I have watched several videos yours is the best I do my own oil changes and use exactly what you are using love the product

[@amsoiladam]

Great to hear!

[@richardhoneywell7411]

Great video Adam thanks for sharing what oils are in a full service on a bike of that size and year. Looking forward to your next video stay safe Adam.

[@amsoiladam]

Thank you!

[@StanHay-j6p]

2012dyna been using HD360 from day one ❤

[@ericmcelroy6970]

Good info on the oil filter I’ve never hear before. I do order online and it has you as my dealer as I’m in Hickory NC.

[@amsoiladam]

Awesome thank you!

[@tcb8295]

Adam, thanks for the video. Funny, YT placed a Valvoline ad before the video...LoL.

[@amsoiladam]

Yeah, it’s crazy, and I’ve got no control over that unfortunately. The funny part is, I have some videos that they have deemed unsuitable for monetization, because of what they consider sexual content, which is laughable. But then they will put Victoria’s Secret ad on my channel.

[@tomrohrback7898]

Hey Bogey! I went to Sturgis last year for the first time...definitely get that off your bucket list! The journey was awsome!! The rides there are even better ...

[@amsoiladam]

Yes, Sturgis is an amazing Rally to go to, especially if you want to put some miles on your bike and see some beautiful scenery

[@BenGooding-fp6oi]

I met your mom there.

[@rodgough4581]

Great video again...my experience using amsoil, sarted using after breakin, 85 k and my mechanic compared my engine wear to a 1 year old bike with 6k that blew on the dyno...virtually the same wear pattern....nice...runs like a top...Thanks Adam...

[@amsoiladam]

Yeah Amsoil did a test years ago where they put Amsoil on a bike at the 1000 mile service and they ran it hard on the dino for 10,000 miles, disassemble the engine and it showed the characteristics of an engine with 2500 miles. Determining that there was an 80% reduction and wear.

[@leesire]

I think this oil cavitates. Sometimes your oil dipstick will blow out bc of the air pressure build up in the oil tank

[@amsoiladam]

That definitely would not be an oil problem, that would be a problem with the vent system in your motorcycle

[@ratfinkron5793]

Great job Adam i run Amsoil on all my cars,, golf cart and all my lawn equipment, Amsoil is #1

[@brandonellevan1858]

I have a 19 ultra classic with 35k. I've been using redline oils for each hole. I use a regular oem oil filter.

[@maxxbenzz7842]

I switched from Mobile 1 to Red Line. Power train is wayyy quieter, shifts smoother. Alot more expensive but it's worth it to me. 96 08 Street Glide

[@paullee4042]

Thanks nice tech class reinforces what i learned over the yrs.

[@amsoiladam]

Great to hear!

[@billbright1755]

Oil coolers are the best thing ever for air cooled motorcycles. Not only cooling but that much more oil in system. Imagine in 100 degree heat in traffic what the oil heat is. It helps to get rid of excess heat. My Suzuki 1100gsx g runs seven quarts of oil in two separate pump and gallery tracts. One for high volume cooling one for high pressure lubrication. Keeps those sixteen valves in head nice and operational temperature range. The machine is capable of 160 mph so I don’t want to worry about oil failure.

[@amsoiladam]

I would have to agree with you that oil. Coolers are a great idea on a Harley Davidson, or any other air cold motorcycle. But you know what works even better to cool an air cooled motor,? Air, hence the air cooled. I have an oil cooler on my Harley that even has a fan on it. And if I turn off my Love Jugs, my bike will still overheat. My Love Jugs actually cool my oil better than my oil cooler cools my oil.

[@jprice2635]

Thanks Adam. You always keeping it 💯

[@GSA_Northumberland]

Excellent thanks, a great explanation. I remember seeing the long way up down or whatever it was caller with Ewan and Charlie and I think they put in car oil in their BMW, since it had the detergent etc which is not needed the wet clutch started slipping. Anyway I agree with your comments on not having unnecessary oil additives and a specific oil instead. All the best 👍

[@amsoiladam]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@sh0964P2]

Thats a nice looking bike. Makes me mis my little Suzuki 450 from back in the early 90's. Nice tutorial.👌

[@amsoiladam]

Thanks! 👍

[@jeffwinebrenner8932]

Adam, great video by the way!

[@amsoiladam]

Thank you Jeff, I’m glad you enjoyed it

[@thenashvillenightshow5119]

Excellent ‘must watch’ video for any Harley owner. If you don’t have one already I’d like to see a 5K mile Harley service video. Btw I had fun watching your 2024 Daytona Bike Week videos

[@amsoiladam]

Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed the Bike Week videos. I have done many service videos in the past that combined would encompass just about everything that would be included in a five 1015 or 20,000 mile service. However, I am afraid that a single video encapsulating all of this would just be too long and boring.

[@jamieo8653]

Great video Adam! Content and explanation exceptional! Thank you!!🇺🇸

[@amsoiladam]

Very welcome

[@kev1163]

i have always done a 3 hole oil change every 5 thousand miles. it sounds like i dont need to. thanks for the break down.

[@amsoiladam]

If you’re using AMSOIL products you’re good good for 10,000 miles or one year

[@babybugspaw7085]

Thank you Adam for sharing, great insight detailed information.

[@amsoiladam]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Jeff82556]

I've never seen a video by you before but reviewers below obviously trust you a great deal. I've only got two things to say: #1. I have never heard of any blown engine or trouble resulting from the use of other major oil brands such as Red Line, Mobil1, Lucas, Motul, Pennzoil, etc, so I've got to assume they are fine oils as well. Everybody has their favorite and I have nothing against Amsoil other than the high price. Until someone proves something is wrong with the other brands, which I doubt they will, my budget does not have room for Amsoil. #2 My arm is really tired just from watching you hold that cell phone with your right arm for so long!

[@amsoiladam]

There are some other great oils on the market, but Amsoil actually outperforms almost all of them and almost all categories. With me, it’s not just about having a favorite it’s about actual test results and seeing that by using Amsoil, I can significantly reduce the chances of oil related failures. And if you have not seen an oil related failure in a Harley, then you’re not looking for it because it’s all over the place. The number one cause of Harley Davidson engine failure is typically oil failure because of the engines overheating so much in the oil not handling that heat. And no oil on the market is ever been proven to hold up to the heat as good as Amsoil. If you want to see how Amsoil compares to other oils, there’s plenty of information out there, showing how it compares. Which interesting as you never see the information from other oil companies Putting their oil up against Amsoil. As far as cost go, I try to explain to people that using Amsoil, although having a slightly higher court price, is actually cheaper to use in the long run. You get more mileage out of it and reduce the wear. So you can actually save money on your oil changes and add life to your engine Choosing another oil because the court price is cheaper is like stepping over dollars to pick up nickels.

[@Jeff82556]

@@amsoiladamAgain, Amsoil is too expensive no matter how much praise it gets and probably deserves. It far exceeds many people's budgets. AMAZON: 1. Amsoil: $32.90 2. Mobil1: $10.86 That's $98.70 for 3 quarts versus $32.58! I don't have a $100,000+ annual income.

[@michaels8775]

Well said Adam, ù told him what time it is 😂

[@chipparisi6848]

You can get 4 quarts of AMSOIL V-Twin 20-50 and a filter for under 61 bucks AND it'll last twice as long.

[@Jeff82556]

@@chipparisi6848 Why would you think that it would last twice as long? That is certainly not true. Who tells you this BS? Amsoil is $32 quart at Amazon. Your "$61" implies it's under $20 per qt, not counting the oil filter price or tax.

[@sheldonhoyt6624]

I’ve always used Amsoil. It’s what works for me. Good vid

[@amsoiladam]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Neo.Ibarra9281]

Other oils dont work good compared to amsoil?

[@araneaetvelivolum1086]

I used your Amsoil website to determine what I needed for the 3 hole change and ordered that. I missed out on the filter, though. 5pt engine oil and 1 qt each trans and primary oil for less than 100$ - absolute bargain. I selected preferred customer program membership for I think 15$ to be able to benefit from promotions and stuff. Absolutely genius! My M8 114 purrs like a kitten 😂

[@amsoiladam]

Yes, the preferred customer option is great, for $20 a year. You will save way more than that on the product cost. And you can even get the products for your car your lawnmower, your chainsaw, whatever else you have that requires lubrication.

[@timmut4810]

Great video Adam , like I said before you would be a great shop teacher 👍👍

[@amsoiladam]

Wow, thanks!

[@haroldwiser2641]

Good video!

[@amsoiladam]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@stephenbodholdt4326]

Great information will see you in Myrtle 👍🙏🏖

[@amsoiladam]

Can't wait!

[@MaxStreetGlide2023]

Thanks for the great video Adam.Your videos are always so informative.Im going to do a 3 hole service on my bike for first time. Thanks for all the info

[@amsoiladam]

Glad to help

[@harleyfiremedic7796]

Thanks for the information, I really like the Amsoil in my bike!

[@amsoiladam]

Thank you!, I’m glad you’re enjoying it

[@PAULY-P]

Quicksilver oil is the best. Full synthetic 20w50. Look at the charts comparing more expensive name brand oils. Between my Hayabusa and 2 Harleys, best i can find. Doesn't break down on Harleys until around 7k+ miles.

[@amsoiladam]

Amsoil is good in a Harley Davidson for 10,000 miles or one year whichever comes first. And it is a 100% synthetic instead of a “full synthetic” which means synthetic blend.

[@roadassassin9445]

Definitely explanatory thank you

[@feltontaylor1511]

Your videos are very informative however I would like to know if you will make a video about Harley Davidson new liquid cooled engine Milwaukee 8. What to look for when performing a service on these bikes. And any other information regarding servicing a bike with this engine. Thank you

[@amsoiladam]

If the situation arises I will. However, when we work the rallies, we typically don’t mess with the cooling systems only because of time and focus.

[@johnc6380]

Excellent video. See you in Sturgis!

[@amsoiladam]

Can't wait!

[@ahill7866]

Great video, been waiting for you yo do this one!! 😊

[@amsoiladam]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@markshuell4844]

I’m highly envious of your lift❤

[@amsoiladam]

That’s my old beat up one, I like the new handy ones even better

[@roypowell3450]

A brilliant explained video Adam. What no love jugs on that Harley 😲. Katie get him to trim that beard 😜. Thanks for now...

[@amsoiladam]

Thanks Roy, I really would love to get a set of Love Jugs on the bike for this customer

[@derfskittlers6125]

It sounds like you recommend the vented transmission cover to reduce oil transfer. I hear it also helps if you have any blowby.

[@billybobbocephus2177]

I use vegetable oil and a quart of Slick 50. Runs better than new and its got 150,000 miles on it. Highly recommend.

[@amsoiladam]

🫤

[@Guinn1964]

Great video. Thanks for all the information.

[@amsoiladam]

Glad it was helpful!

[@redblazehorse]

Book says for dry primary 44ozs, for oil change on primary=38ozs, not 32

[@amsoiladam]

That varies from year to year. The more important thing is the proper level.

[@Ironmountain81]

Sorry,i did Amsoil in our bikes.hands down Redline is light years ahead.no doubt about it in an 03 softail transmission.amsoil is like water compared to Redline.great video Adam.ive been amsoil on two strokes for 20 years or better.sorry, in my diesel and our bikes…amsoil failed!

[@amsoiladam]

The physical weight in your hand may feel thinner with the Amsoil product as opposed to the red line, but the Amsoil actually offers far more protection, and will add a lot more life to the transmission. Do a quick Google search and find out all the problems that come from using red line. There are some absolute horror stories out there, because it’s too thick, it gums up and turns into a paste, especially when neglected.

[@MrsAA-zn4yj]

@Whiskeyrow81 I would love to see some written data to back the information you were speaking of

[@jeffwinebrenner8932]

for the transmission I have heard people speak highly of using the Amsoil severe gear oil 75W-140 in their bikes?

[@amsoiladam]

Yes, it works very well also, but you don’t always need some thing that heavy

[@SaddleTrampTV]

I use Lucas 80W90 in my transmission. I figure a gearbox is a gearbox. But then again, I might be able to get away with that on what I've got.

[@amsoiladam]

Yes, the hemp oil transmission fluid is a gear lube. It’s even a little heavier than that 8090 that you’re using. And of course Amsoil has always outperform Lucas products.

[@bradleyyounger8499]

I have used nothing but amsoil for around 10 years now even filters oil and air. I have always went 20w50 in each but will switch to using primary and trans oils. Makes since

[@amsoiladam]

I think you will see a noticeable difference, and you will be happy with it

[@michalfrucz]

fresh one is the best hahah, i use millers its more quiet, before amsoil

[@CJ-Foygelo]

Thanks

[@amsoiladam]

Welcome

[@KelvinWeiss-yv2zh]

Excellent video! Thank you!

[@amsoiladam]

Thank you Kelvin, I’m glad you enjoyed it

[@metricOIL]

Good info on the oil filter

[@amsoiladam]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gregdick-l5y]

Nice job

[@amsoiladam]

Thanks!

[@lifeliners1]

I was waiting for you to show the dipstick on the engine oil where It was suppose to be when full..otherwise great video like usual

[@amsoiladam]

My apologies, I probably should’ve put that in there. But I thought it was pretty clear on the explanation beforehand.

[@jimeckenrode1271]

I always use Amsoil in my Yamaha Road Star.

[@amsoiladam]

Good choice

[@ericroadking7564]

Great information Adam!!!

[@amsoiladam]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SaddleTrampTV]

I can see how transmission oil can bleed over into the primary on a shovelhead, but can't fathom how it could happen on anything newer. But then I've never touched an M8. Perhaps something changed since the evo/twincam days?

[@amsoiladam]

It happens on some of the late model twin cams as well. It’s because the primary itself is not vented so sometimes on long trips when excessive pressure builds up in the primary when it cools down it tries to use the transmission vent to equalize pressure in doing so it sucks some of the fluid from the transmission into the primary.

[@paulbuckberry7683]

Nice video Adam, unfortunately it seems quite difficult to get Amsoil in the UK.

[@earlgallup5223]

Valvoline synthetic. It's good enough.

[@amsoiladam]

It’s good enough if you don’t really care about your bike

[@DyinG_BreeD_MediA]

Awesome video. Thanks for the info.

[@amsoiladam]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Imsaved777]

For that particular engine I would recommend WD-40.

[@MrLpm119]

Adam, in the past you recommended AMSOIL SEVERE GEAR® 75W-140 for the trans to help finding N and quieting it down. It's that still the case? I ordered a quart and will try the primary oil this go around. I've been a dealer forever but never built the business, just use Amsoil in everything!

[@amsoiladam]

The transmission fluid is my standard go to with a few exceptions. If you have a 2007 through 2011 six speed transmission, they had some issues with excessive gear, wine, bearing failures, and the really bad clunk into first. The 75, 140 can help with that. If you have a trike into a trailer putting the extra load on there, I like the idea of the 75, 140 again. But not everybody needs the 140. But you’re definitely not gonna hurt it by using it so there is no downside

[@Jeff82556]

@@amsoiladamWas it red wine? Inquiring minds want to know.

[@alvintarrer6914]

Good job brother, appreciate info on trans , prim., I use different type oil in trans. Can't remember brand but its pink in color and it sticks like glue and it will take forever to. drain, Can't remember brand to save my soul, had no trouble what so ever....doing good keep it up 👍☕️☕️✌️

[@amsoiladam]

That would be the redline shock therapy I believe is what they call it. It does aid and smooth shifting, but there has been a number of problems with that product and transmissions causing damage. In most cases, I will take that out and add the 75, 140 severe gear in its place and people like it even better,

[@alvintarrer6914]

It's time to change,been in there about 3 yrs. No problems ,thanks I'll throw 75-140 amsoil

[@jerryhubbard4461]

I would use Amsoil Adam. That is what I use.

[@joshfreisthler9294]

THANK YOU awesome content I can't thank you enough for this one new harley owner myself and even though I'm still using my extended warranty I like to know what's going on and how to do it myself because I will have that bike long after the warranty is up and will do the basics myself perhaps with all of us newer subs you could do a full three hole change and all the point to check that are associated with that and please keep up the awesome content great work

[@amsoiladam]

You’re very welcome, sir, this pretty much covers the three whole change. I know I didn’t show removing and reinstalling the filter but anyone is going to do with themselves should be able to figure that part out pretty simply. And I have other videos out there in the past as well. And just so you know, you do not have to wait for your warranty to be up in order to use Amsoil. Harley knows it’s a better product and some Harley dealerships actually carry it you just have to ask for it. But regardless, it will not void your warranty.

[@ecowboy77]

Adam, where can we find your schedule for this year?

[@amsoiladam]

Daytona Bike Week 2024 - March 1-10, 2024 Pcb Spring Rally: May 1-5, 2024 Spring Myrtle Beach Bike Rally May 10 - 19, 2024. 101st Running of Laconia Motorcycle Week®, June 8th-16th, 2024 Deadwood 3 Wheeler Rally. Sunday, July 7 - Friday, July 12, 2024. Sturgis August 2 - 11, 2024. Ocean City, Maryland September 11-15, 2024 Myrtle fall sept 30- oct 6 Smoky Mountain Bike Week Sept 28th-Oct 5th 2024!(PENDING) 32nd Annual Biketoberfest® • October 17-20, 2024 Pcb fall October 23rd - 27th Lonestar Galveston TX October 31- November 3

[@billbright1755]

Sweet setup. As I get older it’s harder to get on the floor for maintenance. I like Suzuki R 9000 and Bel Ray EXS 10/40 in my four stroke machines. Bel Ray SI -7 in my two stroke machines. Any good synthetic oil 90 for gear boxes and hypoid shafts.

[@amsoiladam]

Right on!

[@Hog-g2z]

Good morning 🌅, great territorial on oil or a pacific oil, I live in France, I just recently purchased a secondhand 2003 Softail deuce, that is not in very good condition and I’m sorry going through it put in new parts on ie drive belt sprocket changing fluid et cetera, I purchased from oil from HD, and since I’ve put it in, I have got a noise coming from my top end, I think it is rocker lifter shaft and I believe there is a small kit that can be purchased to resolve the problem, But still not sure what oil to use, bike has done approximately 50,000 miles, However, I did have a new deuce from new in 2000 , and this was Ridley maintained, either by myself or HD?, Never had any problems with it though I did have it upgraded to 1550., and cam oil pump plate, et cetera big kit or fitted, it was a little monster, People who had got the similar bike, in a shootout race there was no way that could touch me, I had purchased a two into one exhaust system from a racing company in the states, I think it got a name like boom can, it certainly did it got an outside diameter of nearly 6 inches, sadly in 2019 because of my ex female partner she had scan me for 100s of thousands of pounds. I had to sell it. I was living in the UK at the time, because of what has happened now living in France, If possible, can you recommend an oil that would be so suitable for my bike?, Can you tell me the length of your lift as I am thinking of purchasing one in hopefully not too distant future?, As over the winter period I’m hoping to do some serious work on it., from the Deuce, France.

[@amsoiladam]

Thank you for sharing. I hope it all works out well for you.

[@charlesmosher632]

Good info!!!

[@dennispasquale7291]

Castrol 20-50 80 -140 for trans less noise m8 vent into trans so it's gonna get dirty no synthetic Castrol has a high zinc oil less tappet wear primary 20-50- seems fine or gear lube

[@amsoiladam]

Zinc levels are extremely high and all Amazon motorcycle products as well. And it outperforms Castrol by quite a bit.

[@TheBlueBikeDoyle]

Mines 2019 it does the trans to primary in 5000 miles about 2 oz goes into my primary Harley would not do it under warranty if that all it was transferring. I was running Harley synthetic in engine and the Harley synthetic gear oil in trans.and primary. But after my engine rebuild upgrade i now running Amsoil synthetic in all 3 holes now .

[@amsoiladam]

Yes, they were really picky on the bikes it would choose to do under warranty or recall. Just by the vent kit and do it.

[@georgesienny7003]

Good video very interesting !

[@amsoiladam]

Glad you think so!

[@bigjohnson9561]

Where can I order the products? Typically, I get my bike serviced at the HD every 5K miles. I’m sure the dealer only uses HD products.

[@amsoiladam]

xtremebikes.myamsoil.com/

[@carlosdasilva8622]

What is the viscosity of the Amsoil Transmission oil vs severe gear 75w140?

[@amsoiladam]

The transmission fluid comes out to be about 110 weight, which is the perfect balance for Harley Davidson transmission. Many people believe that they need the 140 and a lot of cases they really don’t, it just makes them feel better to put it in. Which isn’t a problem at all. In fact, I recommend the 75, 144 motorcycles produced between 2007 and 2011 and for the tri glides or any customer that pulls a slightly heavy trailer

[@begood1]

The oil that is leaking out of the POS.

[@amsoiladam]

What are you talking about?

[@LG-zd1um]

Valvoline is pretty good. < $ than Amsoil.

[@amsoiladam]

That makes perfect sense as long as you don’t actually think about it. I’ve run the numbers in multiple scenarios and it’s actually cheaper to use Amsoil than any other product I’ve ever found. I know the court cost may be a little bit higher but because it last longer and protects better it’s actually considerably cheaper to use the long run.

[@jimkelley5578]

Excellent explanation of the oil change process. One question though. Do you install the oil filter dry or do you pre-fill the filter?

[@amsoiladam]

Although I know, it’s a huge controversy, most times I will at least fill the filter about halfway. Because the filter goes in horizontally. If you overfill it, you just spill it out trying to put it on. But I like to get enough in there to at least saturate the cellulose so that it doesn’t take as long to build pressure once the engine starts.

[@edwardsalash2612]

Always enjoy your videos. Just curious about the primary jumping issue. Did you install the vent kit? My 3017 Road Glide had that issue and I was out of the 2 year factory warranty but had a 5 year additional warranty. Harley would not cover it under the extended warranty, which left me fuming. I reminded my dealer that this was the 4th new Harley I purchased from them and if they wanted to continue our relationship they need to take care of this problem. They did so but reluctantly. This is something that should have been a recall.

[@amsoiladam]

I have heard that there were recalls on this, and then I’ve heard that there were not. But even under recall, their process was pretty stupid to get it fixed and very time-consuming for the customer. I did not install the fix on this motorcycle only because I did not have time to get the parts here before I was going out of town again, I did have the conversation with the customer and we are going to get the parts and probably install it once I get home next week.

[@lonmidwest5363]

Vent kit will solve the transfer.

[@Rolling3]

Yeah we didn't get an answer on the vent kit ?

[@amsoiladam]

There was no time to get the parts before the customer needed the motorcycle back, but we did discuss the issue, and we are going to install it in the near future

[@robertross4274]

Sae 60wt valvoline racing oil for my vtwin ..

[@amsoiladam]

It’s a good choice if you don’t want to use the best

[@gregrose6915]

Awesome video Adam. Loved the tip on the primary oil fill. Isn't the Amsoil Transmission oil really a gear oil? it smells like it. What would the weight of that be? Also, on the Amsoil filters, does it matter that they have smaller holes, than the stock Harley filters?

[@amsoiladam]

Yes, the transmission fluid is a gear lube. It’s approximately 110 weight. It’s just engineered to be exactly what that transmission needs. The holes in the Amsoil filter are smaller, however there are more of them. And it is more than adequate to facilitate the maximum flow that the oil pump can offer.

[@gregrose6915]

@@amsoiladam actually the Amsoil filter only got 6 small holes, The Harley filter has 8 bigger holes. The Amsoil filter looks way inferior.

[@frederickking1660]

22.50 a quart for amsoil. I don't think so.

[@amsoiladam]

If you’re paying $22.50 per qt somebody’s ripping you off. The MSRP on Amsoil is comfortably priced to most other quality motorcycle oils, but offers a lot more protection and longer drain intervals. It’s actually cheaper to use as long as you take off the blinders and do the math. Stop stepping over to dollars to pick up nickels.

[@brandot.7466]

thanks for the info I'v been using Amzoil for a long time. I like sever gear 75-140 in gear box, is that ok?

[@amsoiladam]

Yes, absolutely

[@kober2118]

Is there a good location to buy the oil filter and seals all from one place? 2013 dyna streetbob that is ready for another change.

[@amsoiladam]

The oil and the filter you can buy directly through my website or any other Amazon Amazon website. If you need gaskets, you will have to go through a gasket manufacture.

[@jeffwinebrenner8932]

What thread sealant do you recommend for the oil plugs. I discovered I have oil transfer problem in my 2019 trike and will have to install the vent/ breather .

[@amsoiladam]

I actually use this blue stuff that I get at Home Depot. It’s a vibration, resistant thread sealant.

[@dukecreech7252]

Ive always ran redline oil. Just got a 21 Street Bob. Whats the difference between redline and Amsoil. Thanks

[@amsoiladam]

Definitely too lengthy of an answer for a KZbin comment,. But red line is actually a very good oil. I will not bad talk it. It just doesn’t quite perform as well as Amsoil does.

[@davidfellows6250]

I swear by Amsoil oil and gear oil, great stuff but I will never again use the primary fluid, used it once, put a couple hundred miles on it and it made my primary scream. I pulled the primary cover and inspected everythig nd everything was ok , I put it back together and just put the 20/ 50 back in and all my troubles were gone. I called Amsoil and told them about it and they more than made it right but just a caution. I was 200 miles from home and just started my trip. all bitching aside im an Amsoil customer for life as ive, over the years have tried all the oils and by far get the most bang for the buck. recently i put lucas in for winter and i won't make that mistake again.its filthy and i burnt about a quart in just 2k.

[@amsoiladam]

It’s a very strange situation, we have put the primary fluid literally into thousands of motorcycles. I’ve never seen such an issue.

[@davidfellows6250]

@amsoiladam I ask for a lot number as I thought it was possible to have just gotten a bad batch or it was stored wrong ect..but the rep was unable to look that up but that stuff literally made it soud like my primary was comming apart and no shit just puting regular gas station oil in it stopped it.

[@kennethdocken4802]

How can I get in touch to purchase 3 hole oil kit with filer and gaskets? I currently use the amsoil 20/50 Primary oil Severe gear in transmission

[@amsoiladam]

xtremebikes.myamsoil.com/ you can purchase all of the oil products using this link, your gaskets you’ll need to source from a parts supplier.

[@robertgreenesr.7459]

Question are you going to be in at Biketoberfest in Daytona beach this year.

[@amsoiladam]

Yes, sir, we should be set up at the speedway just like we were for Bike Week

[@RayTorres-gb8bp]

Im sold , its amzoil for me , thank you so much.

[@amsoiladam]

Thank you, Ray, you won’t be disappointed