Motorcycle engines are very dependent upon clean oil to help keep them running their best. According to PR Newswire, the percentage of U.S. households that own at least one motorcycle rose from almost 7% in 2014 to more than 8% in 2018. That's an increase of 1.5 million homes over four years! If you're among these millions of motorcycle owners, here’s a quick guide to help you change your motorcycle's oil.

Remove the Oil Cap and Plug

Changing the oil starts by draining the old motorcycle oil. To do that, you need to place an oil pan beneath the motor, remove the cap on the oil filter at the top of the engine, and then remove the oil drain plug and rubber grommet. Inspect the grommet to make sure it is not damaged or torn and make sure the oil plug is in good condition.

Drain the Old Oil

Draining the oil into a catch pan or basin will help you get a good look at the old motor oil. If you see any silvery substances, the oil might contain remnants of damaged or overly worn metal pieces or gears inside the motor. The oil will start draining right away when you remove the oil plug and grommet, so be sure you do not drop these parts into the catch basin.

Inspect the Oil Filter

After the oil has drained, you should remove the oil filter, which can be done with an oil wrench. Once you have removed the filter, you should inspect it by looking for any small bits of metal that it might have trapped. If you find any, that's evidence that the motor might have damage.

Install a New Oil Filter and Plug

When everything looks good, you'll reinstall the oil plug and grommet and then install a new oil filter. You should coat the outer rubber ring on the oil filter with a thin layer of new motor oil to help lubricate it and then mount the oil filter and tighten it by hand so that you do not overly torque it with an oil wrench. Then you'll add an appropriate amount of new oil.

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