If you have a centerstand, do not start the oil drain process on the centerstand. The pan you are draining it into may not catch the first big spurt of oil that comes out. The pan needs to be further back than the stand allows. Start draining on the side stand. Towards the end of draining, put the bike on the centerstand. Definitely drains more oil that way. Also makes it easier to check the oil level when refilling. The tin foil is is a good tip when removing the filter to protect the exhaust header from getting soaked in oil. Easy peasy oil changes on this bike. Even a non-mechanical type person can do it.

Thanks, nice video. Used engine oil contains carcinogens so it's best to wear rubber gloves when changing it. Also, on the initial startup, your oil pressure will come up faster if you have already filled the oil filter prior to installation. Done quickly and carefully, you'll spill little if any oil when reinstalling the filter.

(Hopefully this is not a repeated comment, but I think youtube did not allow me to post a link..) Great video, thanks. I especially liked your tip about using foil to direct the oil flow from the removed oil filter! That worked so well. I have a tip of my own for you or anyone interested. I have a 3/8 in drive electronic torque wrench and wanted to use it for the oil filter as well as the drain bolt. I got an "EWK" oil filter wrench from Amazon (3/8 in drive, 64-65mm, 14 flutes) for about $13 that was a perfect fit and made that job a breeze. Particularly for someone like myself who's older, my hand strength isn't what it once was and I wouldn't trust myself to twist the filter on tight enough by hand. Now I know it's torqued properly, as is my drain bolt. Also, I have the Honda service manual for the '22 500X, and the specified torque value for the oil filter is 19 lb-ft, and for the oil drain bolt it's 22 lb-ft. And as you suggested, I used a new crush washer for the oil drain bolt. It would be silly not to, as it was only a $1 part. Again, thanks for a great video!

That was the very important information about oil level after changing oil. Thanks 👍🏻

Fitting a centre stand makes maintenance much easier--thanks for sharing your 1st service.

What a bloody great video. Very helpful and confidence inspiring. Cheers mate!

Thank you very much for posting this . I used this for my first oil change on my cb500x.

I've done a good couple hundred oil changes on 4 wheeled vehicles, so it isn't scary to do this. But this popped up on my youtube suggested so I figured 15 minutes on a video could be well spent. I'm about 200 miles off my service. Good tips on the foil and the crush washer. I'm excited to service my bike!

Really good maintenance and review of overall safety checks. Thank you from Maryland!

Covid19 allowing, I am awaiting delivery of my brand new CB500x, in white. This informative and easy to follow video will serve to install my own belief and confidence to undertake the required work on this first service, depending on Honda European regulations! Good stuff, thanks.

Excellent diy video. Thank you!

Great video, well presented and produced. Good information.

Thanks for pointing out the bolts!

Great tutorial and the tinfoil was genius!

Nice one i have the same bike in white (2019) the first oil change i took it to the shop but now on 3000 miles UK i will do it myself, it's an easy job as i have had bikes for 45 years. Enjoy your bike and it's a bike that will do all you want. Ride safe mate.

Great video! Bought my brand new bike yesterday. I live in Norway, Europe, so I'll have to check the warranty over here... Thanks for this video!✌🏻

First service will put your bike in system and makes it easier to get service if your on a trip and something goes wrong. Also I fill up the filter before installing it safer. It has a one way valve in filter so it wont leak.

Yeah, I do all my own maintenance on my 2014 CB500X. I also use the prescribed Honda oil, 10W30, and Honda filter. I installed a centerstand and it makes the job a lot easier. I buy the gallon (4l) bottle just keep some extra around in case I need to top off. That only occurred once after a long highway ride.

Thanks, I needed that

I liked watching your oil change maintenance, instructive. Not judging but it's always been a procedure for me to pre-fill the new oil filter before installation. This may take several pours as the filter media absorbs the oil, and I don't fill it to excess so it's running out as I install it. Otherwise, thanks again for a clear and concise tutorial.

Nice video 👍 going through the basic tasks. The oil drained easily on the X, but when doing the job myself I always removed the oil filler cap prior to draining the oil it might help air enter the engine as the oil drains away... All the best 😉

Thanks. Really good. I must admit I let the techs do it at my local dealer, besides there is the warranty issue in the U.K. but it’s really good to see this and I like the way you present it, multi-tasking and all.

Suggestion. Open the oil fill cap when draining oil.

Helps to fill the oil filter with oil before installation.

Merci beaucoup l'Ami !

thanks man

Nice video. My 2023 came with synthetic oil. Guess Honda changed their process.

You do a great job on your tutorials, as good as any I have watched on KZfaq(and I have watched quite a few). I just noticed that your bike came with the same trailmax tires that my 2018 750x came with. Bridgestone doesn't offer them on their motorcycle tire website. The new Trail Max is a much more aggressive 60/40 road/dirt tire. Most of my miles will be on the road with occasional off road forays. I will be interested to know what you will put on next. Also will you leave the front tire and put something similar on the rear, since the rear will wear faster. Or will you get a match set and take the loss on the front since it will still have good tread life left when the rear is done.

I hook a bungee cord on the funnel & across the bike so it's pretty much straight up & down - no more "oh shit!" spills :D

I’m really enjoying your videos during the lockdown! I’m ready for the 600 mile service. I noticed how tight your bolt was; I only have a 12mm socket. Do you think I would need a wrench? Also curious as to why you didn’t put bar weights on with the Barkbusters? Thanks much, and stay safe! -Jackson

I hope you do a video of how to change the spark plugs.

I never replace crush washer owning the nc700 for five years no oil leak. But is a good habit to get one just in case, good tip for aluminum foil, thanks for the video.

I don’t even have the bike yet but sure i know how to change the oil, where to camp safe in Oregon, what type of mod I need in case the peg is too high.

I only use synthetic oil in everything. It's BETTER in EVERY way (except cost but cheaper than a repair).

Think 2 2/3 quarts(2600ml) for e 2019 model after oil filter change

Honda should introduce premium model for 2020 with hand guards/engine guards/radiator guards/skid plate/centre stand

Nice tutorial. Im appreciated. Iluv dis bike but wait the time come will buy. Wanna ask u 1 question. How to dispose the old engine oil if during touring time. Do u hv any idea. I mean dispose in correct way. Hope we can share the info among us. Thanks alot ur toturial.

20W 50 if you’re riding in hotter climate to add a bit more protection to the engine during those heat days. Oil at that viscosity stays thicker at higher temp and protects the clutch also, Valvoline 20W50 motorcycle oil would recommend over 10W40 does a lot more protection

Thanks

or jusr service youirself i mean your bfocused dude right freaking on.thank u for a good video

pre oiling the filter makes it much faster to get oil to the top end on a dry start up

i just checked the manual for my 2015 cb 500f here in the UK, so same engine, and it states service should be carried out by the dealer.Cant see anything so far in the book like you have. Strange the difference in other countries. Also, the the maintenance schedule says service intervals are every 8000, not 4000 like yours. Wonder why given it is more or less the same bike.

Those of you watching this video, don't put GN4 again into your Honda's. It's an old petroleum, factory fill oil for the break-in. It overheats and breaks down so easily. You'll misshift or get gear popout. It happened on both my CB500F and 600RR until I swapped the oil out. Use a minimum of HP4S or a higher brand like Belray, Maxxima, or Amsoil.

Good call using the tin foil. I'll be doing that too from now on!

How about the radiator coolant fluid level? I find it quite difficult to see the current level! I don't know about you but I believe that Honda is quite mental to put the indicator there! That and the fog lights button as well!

hey guys, i'm waiting on the 2022 cb500x. Has anybody heard anything about the 2022 models in the US?

Get a center stand. I t really makes maintenance so much easier and the bike is always leveled so easier for oil changes. And you dont lose that much clearance

Hello Thank you for your recommendation on my question asked about tires. I really appreciate that. I have question regarding Engine oil. Can i use 10W-40 full synthetic (Mobil 1 4T or Castrol power 1 4T or Castrol Edge 10W-40 4T on 2013 CB500X. Thank you

Nice video, I'll use it as tutorial for my CB500X! Don't you trust your torque wrench? ;) I'm halfway between my 1000 and 6400km maintenance and checked my chain swag, it was still at 1-3/8"... at what milleage did you readjust yours? May depend on how I ride too...

i just picked up a 2021 500x last week! did you ever install the factory aux light switch? i just ordered one for a CRF1000L because i was told it was the same part number. i can do a lot with wiring, i was just curious what kinds of things youve done with yours in the last year and a half.

Always wash bike before service.

Lucky you. Here in the UK 🇬🇧 it will void the warranty if we do our own servicing.

You definitely need to add oil after starting the bike because your empty oil filter needs to fill up

jenoowine?

Does this video apply to a 2021 cb500x ? Also I couldn’t find in the manual what is the oil filter for 2021 cb500x

Hi, where did you buy the oil change kit? Thanks

How many ml you use?Im using Liqui Moly fully synthetic 10W40 for my 2019 CB400X 2600ml...Heard the spark plugs replacement is quite tedious

Measure your old oil and put that much of the new oil in

Do they need a valve clearence check at first service too.?

That oil looked brand new. You could easily do 1-1500 miles before first break in oil change

My bike instructor was quite adament that you change the oil cold, so it's not splattered all over the interior of the engine

in uk as long as you go to a VAT authorized mechanic it's fine and much cheaper than the bozos at honda charge

what is the filter number. thanks.

are those the honda heated grips? or aftermarket ones ?

Should it not require valve clearance checking also

Hi from Croatia..Today just did a first service interval at 1000km on my 2019 model..After I got home I realized that they put motul 5100 ester 4T 15w50 oil instead OEM honda 10w30, should I be concerned ? Im freaking out a little, Please help thank you

Can you use a flat washer?

There has to be more on that 600 mile checklist than an oil change.....

what if you whana sell you'r bike one day, the buyer will ask for the maintenance record and you ave anny you just ave you'r word. even if you look nice i whon't buy a bike whitt no maintenance record you should at least keep all the recipes from the filters and oil and anything else as prove of good maintenance. also to cheq for leaks put a big cardboard under the bike you will notice the slightest leak easily, good vid man drive safe.

Think manual says 2.9qts w/filter

"Somebody in Europe" is compleeeeeeetely wrong. Home maintenance on a motorcycle retains the warranty here, just like in the US. I just keep receipts for oil, filters etc stapled into the service book...

2600ml?

Those bolts get loose nd fall only on Harleys 🤣

not allowed in europe btw just checked

Ok..but you WILL effect the warranty of you red line the engine while standing...

Never poke your finger into the oil filter hole to remove plastic. Hundreds of Honda engines have been ruined when piece breaks off. Winds up on filtered side blocking passage somewhere.

If I do this in DK, I loose my 5 years guarantee ;(

sorry but you talk RUBBISH ! mineral oil ?? NEVER . according to Honda manual , its 10W30 100% SYNTHETIC of course ! With your cheap oil , you will shorten your motors' life AND eat more fuel.