Harley-Davidson® oil change on a Softail
Bob LaRosaDescription
Harley-Davidson oil change is one of the most common DIY projects. Follow along as Bob teaches you how to drain the fluids on your Harley Softail, including the primary, engine oil and the transmission drain plugs. You’ll also learn how to expertly reinstall the oil filter, and which parts must be replaced each time you perform a Harley Davidson oil change and service your motorcycle. Find your Evo, Twin Cam, Sporty or M8 model here and do maintenance on your Harley.
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Should the crankcase sump plug be drained when performing a oil change?
Your video only went as far as filling the oil filter pulling the cover plates replacing all rings the gaskets it never showed fill up and start up what gives guys
putting oil in the filter before installing is a big mistake, it can cause dirt and particles to get into the engine, if you study the direction of oil flow through the filter, same as a car...
Is it just one type of oil for all three? and how do check the level on the primary case so I don't over fill it? what's the best oil weight for these bikes?
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Do you have a video on changing all 3 oils on a 2004 Heritage Softail Classic 88ci FI? 1) Crank Case 2) Transmission 3) Primary
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