Oil Change on the Gen I Yamaha FJR1300 

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Thanks 👍

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Hello, yes, watch this video, it shows taking off the side fairings. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-LUN3-tBRx3M.html Also, watch this video tor the removal of the front fairing. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-JDiLjU5ffDQ.html Thanks, mike

Hello, I use to use rotella as well when I first got the bike. Valves seemed to tick, so I switched to motul 7100. The engine ran smoother and no more noises. I've used it ever since. Yes it's expensive, but it seemed to make a big difference over the rotella.

@@mikesfjrcorner7129 Thanks for this reply too, I used Motul religiously in my BMW R1200C for years but it's not readily available where I now live 😞 Good to know, my bike is a bit noisy at times (around 3000 rpm).

Hello, also I removed the octopus under the tank and put block-off plates. This reduced top end noise. Not hearing the reeds. The new exhaust cans made the bike sound great. Sounds like a different bike in a good way. I no longer hear much of the mechanical noise, just a better defined lower note without making it loud. Mike

Do different temperatures in certain countries mean different oil vilocitys

@@user-jc8cc4ch6w Oil viscosities you mean? For sure, look at any application chart and it's totally temperature related.

Hello, it's from techspec. techspec-usa.com/yamaha-fjr-1300-2001-05-snake-skin-tank-grips.html

The phone holder is a Chinese knockoff of a RAM mount with a ball mount that's mounted t the threaded hole in the clutch cylinder housing that's for a mirror on other bikes. You may have to remove a cap covering it. It also comes with a USB charger port that is wired to the battery. I use a 12" USB cable from the mount to the phone. Here is an eBay link to one that is not exactly the same but it's similar. The USB charger is in the inside of the X base on mine. www.ebay.com/itm/114660280791?hash=item1ab24909d7:g:~DEAAOSw0H9gFqZt You can also find these on Amazon.

I had no problems. The engine was quieter and shifts were smooth. Not sure why you had problems. I did used the stock filter. Use what works. Thanks.

Very Rarely. since I had vibration problems, I just did it as part of a process of elimination.

Very Rarely, since I had vibration problems. I just did it as part of a process of elimination.

@@mikesfjrcorner7129 very interested in the FJR and NIKEN. Thanks for all the maintenance videos. Yamaha makes great bikes, reliable bikes👍

Hello, the service manual has a chart on page 2-2 that shows either 10w/40 or 20w/40 depending on how cold you want to operate the bike. Both oils have the warm operating weight of 40w. So 10w/40 has a wider operating range. Since i'm in NJ and I operate the bike throughout the winter. A search on Motul's web site shows 10w/40 for the fjr's. Actually I don't think they make a 20w/40, only 20w/50. I think 20w/50 would be too heavy and make the transmission shift hard. I actually find the Motul's oil works great. The engine is quiet and I have not had any problems with shifting. Hope this helps

Hello, the 2005 used Yamaha 5GH-13440-20-00. This is what I use. If I'm in a pinch, I've used k&n kn-48, mobil 1 m1-110, ac-delco pf-2057. The fram version is more restrictive. Hope this helps.

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I have a 2003 As far as how much??? I just fill to the top dot like he said Cheers and don't over fill.

Hello, yes I agree, my previous owner was using rotella. Used it the first time, didn't like, changed to motu, made a world of difference, never looked back . Mostly used OEM filter.

Hello, the spec for the final drive plug is correct 200 inch pounds, however, I just double checked the video against the manual and the 170 inch pounds is a mistake. Thank you for pointing it out. I made a mistake in the video. In the manual the torque for the oil plug is 380 inch pounds. The next item in the manual was the oil gallery bolt 170 inch pounds. I'll have to correct the video. Not sure if RU-vid let's you change the video. I'll look into fixing it. Thanks mike

@@mikesfjrcorner7129 Thank you for your quick response. I'd have to disagree with the manual, 380 inch pounds is asking for a problem in my opinion. Since the final and oil drain plugs are the same diameter and use the same crush washer, 200 inch pounds for both makes sense to me.

I've been looking into this today and I have to agree. I'm thinking it should be closer to 200 like the rear final drive. In the latest video that I'm currently working on, replacing the front fork seals, I followed the torque for the cartridge in the tube and the valve snapped. Expensive lessons learned.

Hello, yea it does. However, the manual for US says 600mi/1km, 4000-mi/7km, 8000mi/13km ... I thought the same thing. Maybe it has to do with the emissions reduction in the US.

@@mikesfjrcorner7129 thanks. Not sure why mine is just in metric. One more question. Does the shaft drain bolt use the same crush washer as the oil drain bolt?

@@kennethemichael yes, it's the same.

@@mikesfjrcorner7129 thanks for the responses. Just bought my 05 a couple of weeks ago. Trying to learn all I can even if I don't do everything myself.

@@kennethemichael congrats on the fjr. It's a great bike. can go forever if taken care of.

Good point.

For a oil change & diff change. Yes it's the same.

Motul 7100 full synthetic 10w-40. Thanks, mike

@@mikesfjrcorner7129 Thanks so much! I put 4 Liters of Motul 5100 10 w 40 in mine, I guess it was a mistake? What is the difference between the two? Should I replace it?

no, 5100 is the semi-synthetic and the 7100 is the full-synthetic. Either works fine. If you want to go to the full synthetic, do it at the next interval. At least you have a really good oil in there. Mike

Tks Mike , my heart rate goes down (good for a 70 year old guy) to a more relaxed state to to concerns now with the clutch. A Happy new year to you from a German RP28 rider . @@mikesfjrcorner7129

About 4.25 L. Thanks

@@mikesfjrcorner7129 with filter or only oil

With filter

@@mikesfjrcorner7129 thnk u bro

Made me look. A new filter goes on at 3:46.

@@mikesfjrcorner7129 ok. Thanks. 😊

It's a great bike for the money. Very reliable and powerful, but a little heavy when stopped. Be careful of low speed turning, not to get too far over. I accidentally dropped it on a k turn. My bad, idle was set too low and the engine stalled. The weight does go away while driving. You can go on long trips with it. I made a trip from Jersey to Tennessee in one day on it. Never drove the bmw or connie so I can't comment on a comparison of the competitor's bikes in the category.

@@mikesfjrcorner7129 Thank you for the feedback.

@@mikesfjrcorner7129 I owned both - my 2005 FJR is many levels above those other two in terms of comfort and handling. I love this FJR! It is heavy, just gotta be diligent about that.

Absolutely GORGEOUS! I have a 2004 which is the "Bluish silver" Color. the 2005 "Purplish-Blue" color is so stunning!

I'm glad that it's not the fjr. That would be a pain.

It’s a 05

Thanks. Not sure if it's a problem in the USA. I buy from cycle gear. Should be from official distribution.