3 Hole Oil Change with Harbor Freight Lift

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Жыл бұрын

In this episode, I perform a 3 hole oil change on my 2022 Harley Davidson Street Glide Special. I use my new motorcycle jack from Harbor Freight. I will share with you the challenges with using this jack for an oil change.
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@HarleyandSmoke Ай бұрын

I followed your video step by step. The result… 💯% success!!! I saved $200. HD will never see me again for an oil change. Thank you. 💯💪🏾💯💪🏾

@DaveL-kv6ro 18 күн бұрын

Great informative video. Just finished a 1500 mile road trip on my 2024 road glide. Dealer did the 1000 mile oil change awhile back. It's got a little over 5500 miles on it. Now it's up to me. Great to see the Harbor Freight jack. I have been using mine in the garage for my 4 seater RZR. Works well. Thanks!

@RidingandWrenching 17 күн бұрын

Works like a charm! The primary will have to be drained on the jiffy stand. That's the only challenge

@SuperPlastered Жыл бұрын

This is the exact video I needed. Both for the lift and the change. Thank you!!

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@tonycrusoecrusoe5237 Жыл бұрын

Your brother from Phoenix Arizona appreciate what you do believe me you are appreciated

@JoeGoeMotorcycleAdventures Жыл бұрын

Good stuff Cue. Popping the holes in the filter is great. I do it every time!

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Poking the hole has saved me from spilling a lot of oil on the floor!

@bobzapp658 Ай бұрын

As always another great video, thanks for taking the time making these informative videos. 👍👍

@RidingandWrenching Ай бұрын

Thank you! I am working on an oil filter video. It will be out soon

@Jackapoo1 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Sir . This was an outstanding video….

@KrakensGarageandAdventures Жыл бұрын

Great job, as always, Cue! There's some great tips in this video to help folks wrench on their bikes.

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

Do you service the BMW yourself?

@KrakensGarageandAdventures Жыл бұрын

@Riding and Wrenching I service all 4 of my bikes twice a year. 🔧

@stevenronaldson3973 8 ай бұрын

I really love your videos, precise and to the point, i just bought my first Harley and appreciate the information you give out.

@RidingandWrenching 8 ай бұрын

Thank for the feedback!

@khillabolt 4 ай бұрын

The video landed in my playlist at just the right time - I recently picked up this lift and my first Harley! Thanks for sharing all the important details, much appreciated!

@RidingandWrenching 4 ай бұрын

Glad it helped! You save a ton of money doing your own oil changes!

@delta8264 Жыл бұрын

thank you for this video, I have the same jack and you instructed me how to change fluids.

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad it helped you. You might want to get a shop manual from Harley too. It will definitely come in handy if you ever decide to take on more tasks

@RonConsumer Жыл бұрын

One suggestion on doing your primary oil change you might want to remove the derby cover first which is the method I was taught back in the day of Evolution motors and still use today and here's the reason why... I had a buddy do the same method you were doing until he could not get his derby cover off because several of the hex bolts had been rounded but he had drained all of the oil out which meant he could not ride his bike to the dealer to get the issue fixed.The other method is that you are going to need to remove the whole primary cover so that you can drill and remove the damaged bolts and replace them. Over all a great video.

@mikeguitarification 2 ай бұрын

Nice video, thanks. Gives me the info I need, wasn't sure I could use my HF jack and get to the oil drain holes, after watching this I believe I will be able to.

@RidingandWrenching 2 ай бұрын

It's pretty straight forward. The only one you can't do is the primary....but you can technically empty it while the bike is on the jiffy stand and refill it while it is on the jack.

@clarencewilliams7207 Жыл бұрын

Great how to video I looked for just such a video when using a jack for whatever new follower keep ‘em coming bro 😎

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

I am working on another oil change video....this one using no lift at all.

@FLYBOY123456789 Жыл бұрын

Could not resist...nice video...excellent procedures...prefer the BMW...center stand...ONE hole...same fluid...easy...don't miss the street glide...love the bmw...keep 'em coming.

@bentronparker5441 Жыл бұрын

Great video

@stevenkane8691 Жыл бұрын

Great videos.

@emjaycoleman2529 Жыл бұрын

Great video Cue!!! Technique is smooth as silk. Also before I forget it was great to meet you at Tall Bike Show in Daytona. I salute 🫡 you Sir!!!

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

Same to you! Are you planning to go to Run To The Hills?

@philpfirrmann7729 Жыл бұрын

This is a good video for guys that are scared to attempt to change their oil. Here they can see what the dealer does. A couple things I do is, warm the bike up beforehand as warm oil flows faster then cold oil. To make cleanup easier and faster,I also put a large piece of cardboard on the floor to keep stray drips and drops from messing up the floor. I'll use a pizza box if I have one handy, works like a charm. Keep some rags or a box of those shop towels handy, and lastly, pick up some disposable gloves. Harbor freight sells them pretty cheap.,,

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

Great suggestions!

@2147crew Жыл бұрын

Good Vid Cue!

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@CAGraphics576 7 ай бұрын

I have been thinking of getting one of those jacks and wondered about draining the fluids while on the lift. Your video demonstrated the pros and cons. I worry a bit about loosening those drain plugs without being strapped down. Thanks!

@RidingandWrenching 7 ай бұрын

HF recommends strapping it down

@Mark-rh6ub 3 ай бұрын

I got the same lift from harbor freight.. and lifted my Harley Ultra classic. Once I got it lifted I put wooden shoring under the front and back tires so it wouldn't see saw or rock off the stand. Thanks for your video good job.

@RidingandWrenching 3 ай бұрын

Good tip!

@ppetrey Жыл бұрын

Great content.

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@hokaheyrider059 Жыл бұрын

Another reason for not removing the engine oil dipstick plug initially is that leaving it in will let you know that your head breather butterfly valves are working properly. If the butterfly valves are good, your initial oil flow volume should increase once you remove the dipstick. If the flow volume remains the same or is only slightly faster, there is a good chance you need to replace your butterfly valves.

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

I did not know that! Thanks for sharing!

@scottpetrie8707 Жыл бұрын

Dig it. Keep it coming

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Will do!

@dennisbartenbach 3 ай бұрын

I asked the internet if I could change my motorcycle oil on a Harbor Freight lift and Here you are!!! Thank you, I'm on my way to buy it. Oh, I just noticed your Flags; Navy Corpsman on deck right here...

@RidingandWrenching 2 ай бұрын

It takes a few extra steps, but it can be done!

@obsnation Жыл бұрын

You should upgrade engine/primary to Amsoil 20/50 and trans to Amsoil severe gear if you plan to keep the bike a long time. Been wrenching on these for many years and seen the amazing job Amsoil does on protecting internal bearings and cam chain shoes from heat wear keeping them damn near brand new after 20k miles. 20/50 is too light for a gear slamming transmission, HD only uses that weight for EPA MPG ratings. Redline shock proof or Amsoil Severe gear best way to go for HD transmissions for much smoother shifts and heat protection. Syn 3 is decent, but it benefits the manufacturer more than it does the customer long-term.

@americanmade647 Жыл бұрын

Best advice out of all the comments Harley oil for your break in then get it cleaned up with the amsoil and redline you’re going to double the life of the bike by doing so! The video was nicely done otherwise.

@oldmanjim2376 Жыл бұрын

Oil changes are definitely where I prefer having a center stand. I don't know what my next ride will be, but I will most likely add one. Got used to them on my Wing and it's come in handy many times. Great tips and advice.

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@oldmanjim2376 Жыл бұрын

@Riding and Wrenching I'll continue to, I enjoy watching someone wrench on their ride.

@normansmith4086 Жыл бұрын

Very gd video simple and very informative

@harryhowell5644 Жыл бұрын

Nice video man. I always pull my air filter and clean it, engine oil and filter next. Transmission, primary last. By them my filter is dry and ready to reinstall.😮

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

Which air filter do you have?

@MisplacedMotoVlogger Жыл бұрын

Looks great Cue! A little tight around those drain plugs, but seems to work. I would add one thing. Make sure the gasket from the old filter didn't stick to the base. The mess from a double gasket situation is not a fun clean up, don't ask me how I know.😂

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

That's a great point! Something else (not sure if I mentioned in the video) inspect the filter for punctures. They make a big mess if there is a hole (first hand experience)!!

@MisplacedMotoVlogger Жыл бұрын

@@RidingandWrenching You did mention the punctures, I've had that one happen too.

@Stockish_Daza 10 ай бұрын

I just got this jack yesterday and was trying to figure out how to do the primary in the air, guess I gotta do that on the floor 😂

@RidingandWrenching 10 ай бұрын

Yep...no way to do the primary with the bike lifted....but you can use it to hold the bike upright so that you can refill the primary.

@jeffdavis7665 Жыл бұрын

Don't give up the ship!!!! Put in bay!

@dlmp70 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! Considering the fact that you have a Kendon trailer, didn’t you think of buying a Kendon lift as well?

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

I got the JS Jack before I got the Kendon trailer. I am planning to buy a Kendon lift once they have them in stock

@scwillie 11 ай бұрын

I have seen some people add new oil to the filter before installing it.

@RidingandWrenching 11 ай бұрын

I've started doing that. I don't know if it helps, but I do it anyway

@doncalifano7304 Жыл бұрын

I have this lift as well. I don’t strap it and I have no issues rotating my bike on it in the garage.

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

I don't strap my bike with the lift....as long as it's centered on the lift, it's stable. Removing a tire/saddlebag or anything that changes the weight balance might require additional support

@doncalifano7304 Жыл бұрын

@@RidingandWrenching definitely agree with you on that. When I move it around on that lift it is just barely off the ground not full height. Great Chanel keep up the good work.

@rugershooter5268 6 күн бұрын

I have a similar HF lift, I don't use it for oil changes, I use HF table lift, however before I had the table lift I did the changes on the floor. Using a 2X4 under jiffy stand to hold bike more upright......then I got a small scissors lift, drill controlled, that fit under without being in the way.......I also used low profile oil catcher from HF, still haven't found one better At oil filter I thought you were making mistake by not stuffing disposable paper shop towels under filter drain.......Next oil change I'm going to use the 2 holes in filter method to keep oil from going everywhere , instead of shop towels Don't know about your bike, mine says use gear oil for primary and transmission........notice one was 36oz other 28oz that's total 2qts You start getting clunks and/or trouble hitting neutral......primary box putting out a lot of heat......switch to gear oil It looked like you were putting a little too much umph on the filter, when you get it right the next oil change you can remove filter by hand I do have a little funnel that will fit into primary, but there's nothing close to the real primary funnel......of course its different sizes for tour dyna Sportster

@RidingandWrenching 6 күн бұрын

I've never had a problem removing my filter (except for that one time I let a dealership change my oil). Putting shop towels near the filter is a good idea. I always get a little oil spillage removing the filter. I have recently started moving the drain pan under the filter to catch the oil.

@johnedwards678 Жыл бұрын

I purchased the same HF 1500 lb lift and ended up dumping my streetglide with front wheel removed on it's front fender and tweaked my back trying to prevent the bike from falling completely while getting the kickstand unjammed from between the jack and bikes frame. I had a cheap generic mc lift with the bottle jack for years and never had an issue. The reason my HF lift failed is because of the cheap flat steel scissor bars that twisted sideways. When the jack was new i remember lifting it to max and stood on it. With my 200 lbs i could rock the part the bike sits on left, right, backwards and forwards a lot. It has way too much play to support a 1000 lb mc near alone 1500 pounds its rated for. I had even placed the bike slightly back to compensate for the removed wheel when those scissor bars failed. I've had the bike for 11 years and do all my own maintenance so had it on the old jack many times with one wheel off front or rear, front forks removed and even moved the bike on the lift with no problems. The 2nd problem i have with the HF lift is it will slowly lower itself. If the lift lock isn't engaged it will lower until the bike falls over unless it's leaning to the left with kickstand extended. I left my bike on the old lift for weeks and it never lowered. I emailed HF corporate a couple months back and have yet to get a reply. The lift is a safety hazard period!

@jasonshortphd Жыл бұрын

The bottle jack is NEVER intended to hold it up. That is why the locks exist. If it twisted though that is a big problem for such a heavy bike.

@ncautolink Жыл бұрын

It’s so much easier to drain all the fluids first. And then use the jack to add fluids.

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

Great point. I normally use my JS jack....but you can't buy those things anymore. My purpose for this video was to test the HF jack to see if I could use it for an oil change

@th33b33 Ай бұрын

I was gonna get the actual $550 motorcycle lift then I remembered I have the aluminum lift😂 I wanted to see someone else use it first

@RidingandWrenching Ай бұрын

Oil change isn't too difficult with a HF lift. Only thing you can't change is the primary fluid

@Timemachine69 Жыл бұрын

Does that Jack stand come with locks because you should never trust a Jack stand; when they fail, they fail fast, like in a second or less.

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

I'm not sure what you mean by locks, but it does have a safety that takes the pressure off of the bottle jack

@michaelroy925 8 ай бұрын

I wonder if you could tell me why Harley has 3 different oils when most other bikes have just one oil to change ? Love your videos, thanks

@RidingandWrenching 8 ай бұрын

I don't know the exact reason why they did that. My guess is that the primary (clutch), engine, and transmission each use oil differently. You probably don't want material from your clutch plates circulating through the engine.

@michaelroy925 8 ай бұрын

Hmmm, every motorcycle I have owned had just one oil to change , very easy maintenance and very reliable bikes

@RidingandWrenching 8 ай бұрын

@@michaelroy925 I don't know if the 3 oil reservoirs is an advantage.

@michaelroy925 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the reply, 😎

@HarleyRiderJoe Жыл бұрын

Can I just bring mine to you? I know you're in my area here. 😂 Just messin' with ya. Gotta do the 1K service tomorrow on mine. Doing it myself and saving a ton of money. Love the Southern Thunder guys but I ain't paying it.

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

Oil change is easy! Bring the bike and a 6 pack and we can talk!

@HarleyRiderJoe Жыл бұрын

@@RidingandWrenching I may take you up on that some time. I already have everything laid out in the garage for tomorrow morning. Gonna do it early so I can get out and ride after. Should be a nice day tomorrow.

@HarleyRiderJoe Жыл бұрын

@@RidingandWrenching But you are always welcome to come over as well and have a few beers while I change the oil and check some bolts. Keep up the good videos. 💪

@derektaylor1874 Жыл бұрын

So you don't fill the oil filter halfway with oil?

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

You can. I don't always do it

@bansterref 4 ай бұрын

Hello, do you use the same oil 20w50 in all 3 holes?

@RidingandWrenching 4 ай бұрын

Yes. I currently use Mobil 1 V Twin Full Synthetic for all 3 holes.

@bansterref 4 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@mykuljay Жыл бұрын

Does the bike wobble without being tied down?

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

it does wobble. The owners manual recommends tieing the bike down.

@Crimepaysaskapolitician Жыл бұрын

Does that lift come in contact with the oil pan?

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

I think I had the oil pan sitting on the base of the lift (the part that with the wheels). I can't remember though. I normally use my JS jack for oil changes

@Crimepaysaskapolitician Жыл бұрын

@Riding and Wrenching I've been told avoid the oil pan, they are relatively fragile, and can crack if supporting the mc.

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

@@Crimepaysaskapolitician I misunderstood your question. The lift supports the bike with frame. There is no contact between the lift and the motor or oil reservoirs

@Crimepaysaskapolitician Жыл бұрын

@Riding and Wrenching ok good.

@arcadianrust 9 ай бұрын

Hull Tech. USS Vella Gulf ...now decommissioned.

@RidingandWrenching 9 ай бұрын

USS John A Moore....I think it is owned by one of our enemies now

@lonniedugan6120 Жыл бұрын

Amsoil

@scarystories190 Жыл бұрын

Switch to Amsoil, way better stuff.

@p.thomas-el7529 Жыл бұрын

Btdt leave that harbor freight jack on the shelf its not worth it. Save your finance until you can afford an air lift table, I repeat air lift, not foot pump

@RidingandWrenching Жыл бұрын

I recently purchased a Kendon Standup Motorcycle Lift. I will feature that on a future video