Oil Change Procedure: Difference between revisions

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====Stuff you need====

Once you decide to change the oil in your bike, the process is not that difficult. First, gather together the needed supplies. You'll need oil, [[Oil Filters|a filter]] and a drain pan. You should also have a new drain plug washer (part number 92065-097). ~~The silicone spray lube~~ is ~~for the cables, and any other external moving parts~~, ~~such as the foot pegs, levers, etc~~. ~~Also shown in this photo are chain lube (you~~ should ~~always~~ have some around~~) and fuel stabilizer, since these pictures were originally taken for a [[How should I go about preparing my bike for winter storage?|winterization article]].~~

Once you decide to change the oil in your bike, the process is not that difficult. First, gather together the needed supplies. You'll need 2 quarts of [[Preferred Brands|oil]], a [[Oil Filters| filter]] and a drain pan. You should also have a new drain plug washer (part number 92065-097). This is a very common part, fitting dozens of Kawasaki motorcycles. Your dealer ''should'' have some around.

~~[[Image:1Winterize~~.~~jpg|110px]]~~

One other thing that you will have to have before you start changing the oil is a [http://faq.ninja250.org/wiki/What_should_a_good_set_of_tools_include%3F#Misc torque wrench]. '''This is mandatory.''' Learn how to use it before you change your oil for the first time. Don't practice on your drain plug.

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Here is a diagram of the filter assembly.

[[Image:~~oil filter assembly~~.~~jpg~~|~~70px~~]]

[[Image:OIL_PUMP_OIL_FILTER-2.png|100px]]

Make sure the drain plug washer is installed on the drain plug and tighten the drain plug to 14.5 ft/lbs (the same as the filter bolt). Use a new drain plug ~~gasket~~ (92065-097 GASKET, 12X22X2). Many people don't replace these every time, but they're cheap. Stock up. When you reuse the crush washer, you run the risk of oil seeping out around the already compressed crush washer. Why skimp on a $0.33 part (92065-097 from [http://ronayers.com/ ronayers.com])? Two alternatives are Hyundai part #21513-23001 or Nissan #11026-01M02.

Make sure the drain plug washer is installed on the drain plug and tighten the drain plug to 14.5 ft/lbs (the same as the filter bolt). Use a new drain plug washer (92065-097 GASKET, 12X22X2). Many people don't replace these every time, but they're cheap. Stock up. When you reuse the crush washer, you run the risk of oil seeping out around the already compressed (old) crush washer. Why skimp on a $0.33 part (92065-097 from [http://ronayers.com/ ronayers.com])? Two alternatives are Hyundai part #21513-23001 or Nissan #11026-01M02.

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 ====Stuff you need====
-Once you decide to change the oil in your bike, the process is not that difficult. First, gather together the needed supplies. You'll need oil, [[Oil Filters|a filter]] and a drain pan. You should also have a new drain plug washer (part number 92065-097). The silicone spray lube is for the cables, and any other external moving parts, such as the foot pegs, levers, etc. Also shown in this photo are chain lube (you should always have some around) and fuel stabilizer, since these pictures were originally taken for a [[How should I go about preparing my bike for winter storage?|winterization article]].
+Once you decide to change the oil in your bike, the process is not that difficult. First, gather together the needed supplies. You'll need 2 quarts of [[Preferred Brands|oil]], a [[Oil Filters| filter]] and a drain pan. You should also have a new drain plug washer (part number 92065-097). This is a very common part, fitting dozens of Kawasaki motorcycles. Your dealer ''should'' have some around.
-[[Image:1Winterize.jpg|110px]]
 One other thing that you will have to have before you start changing the oil is a [http://faq.ninja250.org/wiki/What_should_a_good_set_of_tools_include%3F#Misc torque wrench]. '''This is mandatory.''' Learn how to use it before you change your oil for the first time. Don't practice on your drain plug.
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 Here is a diagram of the filter assembly.
-[[Image:oil filter assembly.jpg|70px]]
+[[Image:OIL_PUMP_OIL_FILTER-2.png|100px]]
-Make sure the drain plug washer is installed on the drain plug and tighten the drain plug to 14.5 ft/lbs (the same as the filter bolt). Use a new drain plug gasket (92065-097 GASKET, 12X22X2). Many people don't replace these every time, but they're cheap. Stock up. When you reuse the crush washer, you run the risk of oil seeping out around the already compressed crush washer. Why skimp on a $0.33 part (92065-097 from [http://ronayers.com/ ronayers.com])? Two alternatives are Hyundai part #21513-23001 or Nissan #11026-01M02.
+Make sure the drain plug washer is installed on the drain plug and tighten the drain plug to 14.5 ft/lbs (the same as the filter bolt). Use a new drain plug washer (92065-097 GASKET, 12X22X2). Many people don't replace these every time, but they're cheap. Stock up. When you reuse the crush washer, you run the risk of oil seeping out around the already compressed (old) crush washer. Why skimp on a $0.33 part (92065-097 from [http://ronayers.com/ ronayers.com])? Two alternatives are Hyundai part #21513-23001 or Nissan #11026-01M02.
 [[Image:9Winterize.jpg|110px]]