Just a note for everyone riding Revolution Max engines out there (Pan Americas and Sportster S): Harley release a service bulletin stating that oil must be drained with the bike on it's *side/jiffy* stand. Oil will *not* completely drain with the engine completely upright. Same with checking engine oil. Your dipstick may have different oil level markings on each side: one for measuring on the side stand, and one for approximating when the bike is upright. Thanks for posting this video! Bike looks great!
The oil filter threads are designed to allow the engine vibrations to tighten them. That's why they are so tight when you go to replace them. Also, when changing oil only fill the bike to STAND position on the dipstick and then run it for 10 seconds between fills as you bring it to the SIDE position on the stick.
They quoted me 360 as well for my Sporster S and after watching this I’m gonna get my own oil and change myself, these shops are ridiculous… anyways thank you for the upload Sir!
They charge more but hopefully they actually do it correctly, here is a list of the flaws I found in this "How to perform your 1k mile oil change" video: 1. Re-installed the drain plug before removing the oil filter, they have a drain back valve so as soon as the filter was loosened oil drained back into the crank case - meaning they didnt drain all of the oil. 2. Didn't torque the drain plug. 3. Overfilled the oil - this bike is supposed to have the oil level checked while on the side stand, not while upright on a hoist. 4. didnt follow through with the rest of the service required at 1k, belt adjustment, head bearing preload adjustment, hand control fastener torque. Along with a bunch more items that even the dealer will likely not inspect. Using the internet to maintain your own bike is perfectly fine, but use the internet to download the service manual instead of watching how somebody else does it without the service manual.
That's so the bikes first startup after changing the oil isn't bone dry. It'll take a split second for that fresh oil to make its way around, so without oil already in the filter, it's somewhat dry.
Great video! You have mentioned about a K&N filter for this Sportster S (I have one too) would that filter be the HP-1017? The reason why is because the Sportster filter looks very similar as a PF48 or UPF48 from ACDelco, like my dad’s Suburban and my Chevy SS. I’m curious too about the Relieve Valve PSI, on the K&N has between 11-17, and being a motorcycle, I don’t know if that’s low or enough for it. It’s a lot of questions, but it’s stuff that I wonder a lot with this motorcycle.
You’re supposed to fill the filter halfway with oil the bike only takes 3 1/4 quarts And it needs to be checked on its side stand after running for 10 seconds it should only go up to the first line
for the Sportster S, the engine oil, primary oil, and transmission oil are all the same. This model uses a unified oil system, meaning a single type of oil serves all these functions. Always refer to your owner's manual for the recommended oil type and capacity to ensure proper maintenance.
Thank you guys a lot I paid 500 something on the dealership for my first oil change and I was wondering if I can change it my self and I didn't know it was so easy. Excellent video.🍻💪🏻
Make sure to check with your local dealer, but I don't think that's the case, especially when using HD parts and supplies. I know there was some controversy around HD voiding the warranty for work you perform yourself and using aftermarket parts, but it did not go over well with buyers. In fact, I think the courts got involved and HD retracted. But again, always check with the dealer.
They don’t “replace” all fluids, they do a massive inspection of the bike and re-torque all fasteners, they open the crank and motor etc etc. your service manual tells you exactly what they do. It’s far more than an oil change. Super misleading and that first service is important.
