How to Change the Oil in a Yamaha Motorcycle

Driving a motorcycle is a popular pastime and mode of transportation. To keep your Yamaha motorcycle in top-functioning condition and to keep your engine at peak performance, you will need to keep your bike well maintained. A key to proper performance from your motorcycle is changing the oil every 3 to 6 months. Changing the oil in your Yamaha motorcycle is easy and will save you money.

Things You'll Need

• Wrench set
• Yamaha oil filter
• 10W 40 oil
• Bucket

Instructions

Changing the Oil in a Yamaha Motorcycle

1. Park your Yamaha motorcycle on a level surface. Position the bucket under the base of the engine.

2. Unscrew the oil drain plug nut (with the proper sized wrench) directly under the motorcycle engine block. Allow all the oil to drain out into the bucket. Unscrew the oil filter from the left side of the engine with your hand. Screw the drain plug back into the base of the engine block until it is tight with a wrench.

3. Purchase the correct model of Yamaha oil filter for your make of bike and
   3 qts. of 10W 40 oil. You can purchase these from your local Yamaha dealer or auto store.

4. Pour a splash of new oil into the new Yamaha oil filter. Wipe some oil around the rim of the filter too. Screw the Yamaha oil filter back on with your hand until it is tight.

5. Remove the oil dipstick and add the correct amount of oil as specified in your Yamaha motorcycle owner's manual. Usually 2 to 3 qts. of oil is sufficient.