950 Adventure Oil change

mnsty · 02-15-2010, 08:47 PM

Am I the only one who thinks it's a pain in the ass to remove the tank (and crashbar) and normally (me anyways) spill the draining oil on the electrical stuff?
This is my solution, simple clean and easy. I'm all about the easy oil change. I know I can't do the outlet screen or get the last bit of oil out but the screen doesn't need done everytime anyways. this makes a oil change a 15 minute job.
http://munsty.smugmug.com/Other/950-...89570999_TZfqe

thugdog · 02-15-2010, 11:12 PM

I considered a similarly invasive petcock approach, but instead use a vacuum pump designed for oil changes, inbeteen thorough lubricant services. It draws the tank empty in seconds, and that known volume is easily reinserted. Of course, it's best to frequently inspect all oil screens and magnetized oil plugs, but an occassional quickie is okay.

junkmanjoe · 02-16-2010, 02:00 AM

i just take my 950 to my mechanic, he makes a mess on his floor not mine..

JMJ
NZ

Nailhead · 02-16-2010, 04:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mnsty

Am I the only one who thinks it's a pain in the ass to remove the tank (and crashbar) and normally (me anyways) spill the draining oil on the electrical stuff?
This is my solution, simple clean and easy. I'm all about the easy oil change. I know I can't do the outlet screen or get the last bit of oil out but the screen doesn't need done everytime anyways. this makes a oil change a 15 minute job.
http://munsty.smugmug.com/Other/950-...89570999_TZfqe

Good idea. Care to post a parts list?

adiablolex · 02-16-2010, 06:17 AM

Brilliant!

I was thinking of a hard fitting setup that has the drain plug pointed to the front of the bike. I usualy dont take the tank off for the plug but I have a funnel made to fit there so the oil doesn't spill. The only pain in the ass is reaching the plug with the tank on...

FINNDIAN · 02-16-2010, 09:40 AM

I've been planning on doing something like this but am not sure where to get the hardware. Looks like Aircraft AN fittings.
Maybe you should make up some sets and sell them on here.

Roughidle · 02-16-2010, 10:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mnsty

Am I the only one who thinks it's a pain in the ass to remove the tank (and crashbar) and normally (me anyways) spill the draining oil on the electrical stuff?
This is my solution, simple clean and easy. I'm all about the easy oil change. I know I can't do the outlet screen or get the last bit of oil out but the screen doesn't need done everytime anyways. this makes a oil change a 15 minute job.
http://munsty.smugmug.com/Other/950-...89570999_TZfqe

Fucking Brilliant. Nice work man.

And yes, care to post a parts list/ place to buy parts?

This would be a must for long trips.

Nailhead · 02-16-2010, 12:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FINNDIAN

Maybe you should make up some sets and sell them on here.

+1

whizzerwheel · 02-16-2010, 04:03 PM

Nice job

You're way more creative than me...i just fold a piece of cardboard or cut a soda bottle to fit under the sump drain so it doesn't get all over the bike. You can do everything but the screen at the bottom of the sump tank if you don't take the fuel tank off. Really, does anybody ever find crap in that screen anyways...if you change the oil regularly?

bikyto · 02-17-2010, 12:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mnsty

Am I the only one who thinks it's a pain in the ass to remove the tank (and crashbar) and normally (me anyways) spill the draining oil on the electrical stuff?
This is my solution, simple clean and easy. I'm all about the easy oil change. I know I can't do the outlet screen or get the last bit of oil out but the screen doesn't need done everytime anyways. this makes a oil change a 15 minute job.
http://munsty.smugmug.com/Other/950-...89570999_TZfqe

+1 on the part list and maybe a detailed "assembly" setup for the more ignorant people (me including).
thank you!! that's awesome

TommyC · 02-17-2010, 03:29 PM

That's my old bike! How's she holding up? I remember what a PITA it was to change the oil on that thing...

mnsty · 02-17-2010, 08:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TommyC

That's my old bike! How's she holding up? I remember what a PITA it was to change the oil on that thing...

Yes it is. I love it, ride it almost everyday, I just got through with a big service, did a bunch of stuff I have wanted to do for a while.
Here are a few pics of the old girl.
Thanks Tommy.
http://munsty.smugmug.com/Other/950-...89572052_xBCqP

mnsty · 02-17-2010, 10:16 PM

And for those of you who want a parts list, it's easy except for one thing, you need to mill a slot in the lower tank mount plate for the fitting to pass through, I did it on my mill but I suppose you could do it more manually (hacksaw/ 1" drum sander maybe)
The hose is simply built from AN hose (I used teflon) and fittings, the only kinda strange one is the adapter from the tank drain 12x1.5 mm if I remember to dash 6 AN. I get my stuff from Goodridge in Torrance. Beyond the metric fitting you need about 13 inches of hose, 2 dash 6 straight hose ends and 1 AN male plug.

dad2bike · 02-18-2010, 09:41 AM

Anybody thought of using one of these?
http://www.quickoildrainvalve.com/Pr...ductCode=F109N

FINNDIAN · 02-18-2010, 01:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dad2bike

Anybody thought of using one of these?
http://www.quickoildrainvalve.com/Pr...ductCode=F109N

That looks like a simple solution.

02-15-2010, 08:47 PM	#1
mnsty ^OP Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Sep 2003 Location: Torrance, Ca Oddometer: 166	950 Adventure Oil change Am I the only one who thinks it's a pain in the ass to remove the tank (and crashbar) and normally (me anyways) spill the draining oil on the electrical stuff? This is my solution, simple clean and easy. I'm all about the easy oil change. I know I can't do the outlet screen or get the last bit of oil out but the screen doesn't need done everytime anyways. this makes a oil change a 15 minute job. http://munsty.smugmug.com/Other/950-...89570999_TZfqe __________________ Currently, 76 R90S Turbo 77 R100RS 83 RS/GS 85 K100RS 90 BMW K1 91 900IE Lucky Exp 00 VOR 503SM 04 KTM 950 GO!!!!! 05 TM 530 Black Dream = Too much stuff. When will I learn??

02-15-2010, 11:12 PM	#2
thugdog Druid Revisionist Joined: Sep 2004 Oddometer: 396	I considered a similarly invasive petcock approach, but instead use a vacuum pump designed for oil changes, inbeteen thorough lubricant services. It draws the tank empty in seconds, and that known volume is easily reinserted. Of course, it's best to frequently inspect all oil screens and magnetized oil plugs, but an occassional quickie is okay. __________________ ....there's nothing more permanent than a temporary solution

02-16-2010, 02:00 AM	#3
junkmanjoe Studly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2009 Location: NZ Wairarapa bikers heaven. Oddometer: 508	i just take my 950 to my mechanic, he makes a mess on his floor not mine.. JMJ NZ __________________ I FEEL THE NEED THE NEED FOR SPEED. CAN VIEW MY RIDE PICS HERE. http://picasaweb.google.com/sueycarter

02-16-2010, 06:17 AM	#5
adiablolex Lost again Joined: Jul 2007 Location: Third rock from the Sun Oddometer: 3,530	Brilliant! I was thinking of a hard fitting setup that has the drain plug pointed to the front of the bike. I usualy dont take the tank off for the plug but I have a funnel made to fit there so the oil doesn't spill. The only pain in the ass is reaching the plug with the tank on... __________________ DRCOOL rides with me

02-16-2010, 09:40 AM	#6
FINNDIAN Mine goes to 11 Joined: Mar 2008 Location: Wawa, ont, Canada Oddometer: 1,554	I've been planning on doing something like this but am not sure where to get the hardware. Looks like Aircraft AN fittings. Maybe you should make up some sets and sell them on here. __________________ The more side roads you stop to explore, the less likely that life will pass you by. ~Robert Brault. 2004 KTM 950 S GO!!!!(Blacked out),03 Beta Rev3, 1973 Rokon Trailbreaker 2x2 mk3 auto, 1999 Intruder 1500, 05 Ruckus, 90 DRBIG 800, 79 GS850My last location and updates-Ride Reports

02-16-2010, 04:03 PM	#9
whizzerwheel Using Occam's Razor Joined: Aug 2006 Location: Settled In Oddometer: 1,027	Nice job You're way more creative than me...i just fold a piece of cardboard or cut a soda bottle to fit under the sump drain so it doesn't get all over the bike. You can do everything but the screen at the bottom of the sump tank if you don't take the fuel tank off. Really, does anybody ever find crap in that screen anyways...if you change the oil regularly? __________________ Costa Rica ride report: http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=532923 A Weekend Bagel Tour: http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=568464 WR's in NH and Maine: http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=733821

02-17-2010, 03:29 PM	#11
TommyC i love lamp Joined: Feb 2007 Location: Littleton, CO Oddometer: 93	That's my old bike! How's she holding up? I remember what a PITA it was to change the oil on that thing...

02-17-2010, 10:16 PM	#13
mnsty ^OP Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Sep 2003 Location: Torrance, Ca Oddometer: 166	Oh And for those of you who want a parts list, it's easy except for one thing, you need to mill a slot in the lower tank mount plate for the fitting to pass through, I did it on my mill but I suppose you could do it more manually (hacksaw/ 1" drum sander maybe) The hose is simply built from AN hose (I used teflon) and fittings, the only kinda strange one is the adapter from the tank drain 12x1.5 mm if I remember to dash 6 AN. I get my stuff from Goodridge in Torrance. Beyond the metric fitting you need about 13 inches of hose, 2 dash 6 straight hose ends and 1 AN male plug. __________________ Currently, 76 R90S Turbo 77 R100RS 83 RS/GS 85 K100RS 90 BMW K1 91 900IE Lucky Exp 00 VOR 503SM 04 KTM 950 GO!!!!! 05 TM 530 Black Dream = Too much stuff. When will I learn??

02-18-2010, 09:41 AM	#14
dad2bike Cranky Old Fart Joined: Aug 2007 Location: Las Vegas, NV Oddometer: 2,326	Anybody thought of using one of these? http://www.quickoildrainvalve.com/Pr...ductCode=F109N __________________ Tom 2006 950 Adventure "Big Orange", 2009 690R "Ginger", 2003 525 EXC, 2001 400 EXC To Think is to Create!http://my2wheels.com/forum/cmps_index.php

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