Oil Change on a 1992YAMAHAXJ600S

[kevdawg]

Hello, My name is Kevin and I had a question.

I bought a 1992 Yamaha XJ 600 and I want to do an oil change on it.

I have never done an oil change on a bike before and I looked all over

the internet on steps how to do it but no luck.

My questions are what tools will I need to remove the filter and where exactly is the

drain plug located. Any help would be appreciated and pictures would be awesome, thanks.

[fli]

This any good to you?

And this,

http://wiki.answers.com/Q/Where_is_the_oil_drain_plug_on_1993_yamaha_xj600

[kevdawg]

Yes that helps a little, so from what I understand is that the oil drain is directly under the bike?

[DirtyDT]

Please find someone who can show you how to do this safely. It will seem intimidating the first time but is quite simple. That said, you can mess up by under or over filling the engine or incorrectly tightening the sump plug/oil filter. All of these can cause major (read expensive) problems. Is there a college near you where you can learn to do servicing or a pal with a bike who is competent at mechanics?

Tools are a basic oil filter wrench or strap (they do come in several sizes) and a decent socket and bar. A funnel helps to stop the process being messy.

[kevdawg]

Awesome did my oil change, thanks for the help!

[DirtyDT]

Great stuff . Just keep an eye out for any leaks around the filter and sump plug.

[kevdawg]

Yeah, I think I need a new sump plug though. The one on the bottom of the bike is starting to get warn out.

Also, this link says to use 10w40 oil

other sites say use many others, how crucial is the proper oil?

[DirtyDT]

Proper oil is key. Get the correct motorcycle oil for you bike. Check the specks with Yamaha if you have to. Don't be tempted to use car oil, especially if you have a wet clutch, as the anti friction additives could cause your clutch to start slipping.