Motorcycle Oil Change - Royal Enfield Meteor 350

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  • čas přidán 8. 07. 2024
  • How to change the oil in the 2021 Royal Enfield Meteor 350. If you have never changed the oil in your motorcycle before, don't worry! I walk you through it step-by-step. I show you the tools to use, the recommended oil and the proper filter. Then I walk you through the process from start to finish.
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    Chapters:
    0:00 - Technical information
    1:53 - Buying oil and a filter
    2:40 - The tools you need
    4:38 - Get ready to change the oil
    5:17 - Oil change walk-through
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Komentáře • 211

  • @lowend5566
    @lowend5566 Před 2 lety +25

    Great video. Excellent production and explanation, even better than the official RE channel. If you do any modifications to your meteor I'd love to see them; baggage options, tyre options (tire for you I guess), etc. I've put an LED bulb in my headlight to replace the standard candle and a bash plate. All the best from Sydney Australia.

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety +2

      Thanks, Grahame! I appreciate your feedback and your kind words. I actually did add a windshield to this model - as you may know, the Stellar Black does not come with one. I'm planning on making the mounting video for that soon. As for baggage options, there aren't many right now. But here is the one that I bought which I'm quite happy with:
      czcams.com/video/anxgJ5R36Pw/video.html

    • @megalumpproductions5362
      @megalumpproductions5362 Před 2 lety

      Since your reply is pinned to the top of this page, I thought I'd tag my thought here for the benefit of all, since lots of comments get buried to the point of not being seen.
      There IS an actual drain bolt, located on the lower right front of the crankcase. It's got a large head with a crush washer visible under it. You should only need to check that oil strainer once, to see if it picked up any swarf from the engine manufacturing process. Mine was completely clean at the 300 mile oil change and I won't be doing that messy job again. So instead of buying an o-ring for the strainer, buy a new crush washer for the drain bolt.
      Even the o-ring on the oil filter does not need to be replaced every change, unless it is broken. Two or even three uses would be quite possible, but you will know if you have a leak soon enough.

    • @megalumpproductions5362
      @megalumpproductions5362 Před 2 lety

      @@BackRoadBikerChuck Hitchcock's Motorcycles in England , which hosts a RE forum online, has a large selection of Meteor accessories on its website, including some pannier options. I'll be mounting the Givi brand panniers, ordered from FortNine in Canada and the frames, which had to come from Hitchcock's, as Givi North America hasn't got supply of the frames as yet. Lots of good technical info over on the Meteor forum there too.

  • @kevindarkstar
    @kevindarkstar Před 2 lety +34

    Personally I'd say that after you have filled the engine with new oil to the full mark, that you should start the bike and run it for a couple of minutes before switching off and let it sit for a few more minutes before rechecking the oil level, also putting the new filter in a container with fresh oil Prior to the start of the process allows the filter to absorb oil to minimise the need to top up because the filter will absorb a certain amount of oil

  • @marsoelflaco5722
    @marsoelflaco5722 Před 2 lety +15

    Chuck, you are the Bob Ross of motorcycles! I feel so relaxed after watching this video. Well done!👍🏽✌🏽

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety +4

      You are the THIRD person who has called me that. Thanks for the love! 💙🙏🏼

    • @scottboettcher
      @scottboettcher Před rokem +1

      @@BackRoadBikerChuck It's def a compliment! SO many of these vids make me feel anxiety with the speed of the talking and video...this is informative and relaxing, so well done!

  • @Arjomatic
    @Arjomatic Před 2 lety +18

    This is the first of your videos I have watched and I must say, you are a great presenter! Clear and concise with such a calming voice. Thank you for the explanation, I feel more confident doing an oil change on this bike.

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety +2

      Thank you for your kind words! I am so happy I could help with your confidence! Regarding my voice, I teach yoga and meditation equally, six days a week. That calming energy transfers over into everything else I do, I guess. 💙🙏🏻

  • @sachinst01
    @sachinst01 Před rokem +2

    Just one point I want to add in this.When you drain oil make sure that no single drop used oil left in the tank. When the used oils flow stop ,tilt your bike in 30 to 45 degree .It helps to drain the last drop of used oil in trey...Well your entire explanation is awesome...

  • @aniketvaidya628
    @aniketvaidya628 Před 2 lety +2

    Speaks like zen 🕊️. Awesome qualm voice.

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety

      Aaahhh, thank you! I do teach meditation and Yoga 6 days a week 🙏🏼 so I guess that carries over into the other parts of my life.

  • @anthonyryan923
    @anthonyryan923 Před 2 lety +5

    Picked up my new 350 Meteor today; very pleased so far . Like you the dealer will do the oil changes at main service intervals but I always do at least two intermediate changes on all my bikes, the bike likes it and I find it therapeutic.
    Keep up the good work. Cheers!

  • @davidcolton1957
    @davidcolton1957 Před 2 lety +15

    As a Honda trained mechanic back in the 80's (in my dads dealership in the UK) I was very impressed with this, simple easy to understand instructions and good quality production (I'm an AV technician now!), I've just ordered a Meteor and was looking for to some basic pointers as to where everything is regarding maintenance so I'm sure many of us would love to see some more videos if you do any modifications to your meteor!

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks, David, I appreciate your kind words! Congratulations on your Meteor - I'd love to see it when you get it! Yes, I'm going to keep the videos coming!

  • @ammarnaeb
    @ammarnaeb Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you for explaining this thoroughly to the people who never did this. I will start doing this myself from now on.

  • @markymarknj
    @markymarknj Před 2 lety +9

    Thanks for the good video; it was well done! Though I've already changed the oil on my Meteor, I was curious to see if there were other things I could learn. BTW, I did my valves too. Why? One, my RE dealer is 45 minutes away; getting from and to the dealer is an issue, especially when you live by yourself as I do. Two, they have a two month wait to get in; that's right, if I were to call right now for an appointment, I'd be waiting two months to get it in for the valve inspection. I don't want to be without my bike that long! Three, dealer techs are paid a flat rate for a job, no matter how long it takes; the more jobs they do in a day, the more $$. That's a recipe for mistakes and cut corners-no, thank you. Four, I like doing the work, because I know it's done RIGHT! After I did my valves, I could feel the difference in how my bike ran. Five, there's just tremendous satisfaction of doing things yourself! Six, it's a good way to save some $$$, an important consideration in these days and times.

  • @Blue_Merlin
    @Blue_Merlin Před rokem +1

    Don't forget to make the filter oil wett and exchange the rubber rings in the filter metal cap and drain plate.

  • @uncletom1971
    @uncletom1971 Před 2 lety +1

    Only 3 USD for the oil filter? That is a good price. I'm still looking for good prices on these filters here in Sweden. Great video, good job!

  • @kokoshoko
    @kokoshoko Před rokem +1

    Nicely explained. Well done my friend . Liked !

  • @GordorBR
    @GordorBR Před 2 lety +3

    Best oil change video i have ever seen in my hole life!
    Congratulations for the excellent tutorial! You Rocks👊👊👊👊

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks for the love, my friend! 💙🙏🏼 I appreciate you watching!

  • @Ctmnt08
    @Ctmnt08 Před 2 lety +6

    Coming up on my first oil change (for both the Meteor and myself as a motorcycle owner) and this video's a godsend. Thank you!

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety

      Thanks! Glad I could help. Let me know what kind of oil you use. I'm getting a lot of feedback on different oils that work well.

    • @megalumpproductions5362
      @megalumpproductions5362 Před 2 lety

      @@BackRoadBikerChuck Everybody's oil choice is the best. It's a mug's game to sort the wheat from the chaff in those types of discussions. Just buy a good quality FULL synthetic motorcycle oil with a JASO MA, or a JASO MA2 rating, which is required for wet clutch applications. Some car oils may have that rating as well and would also be fine.

  • @nataliamanipur4792
    @nataliamanipur4792 Před rokem +2

    I have never seen before like this helpful video...
    Thanks for making this tutorial🥰

  • @FASTLANEMOTO
    @FASTLANEMOTO Před 4 měsíci

    Really great vid man ! Thanks

  • @AkashYadav-kp6hi
    @AkashYadav-kp6hi Před 2 lety +2

    Hi Chuck, I understand that you teach Yoga to people. I'll say, just make your students hear this video. The calm and composure is amazing. Royal Enfield Official CZcams handle has shared how to change oil on the New 2021 Classic 350 but not on Meteor 350. I'd say, they should put your video as the official one.
    Loved it.

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you for the kind words, Akash! Yes, I teach both yoga and meditation classes six days a week. I can see that it has an effect on the way I speak all the time. Thank you so much for watching! 💙🙏🏻

  • @user-rd7qu8kk6d
    @user-rd7qu8kk6d Před 10 měsíci +1

    General practice amongst motorcycle mechanics is to soak the new paper oil filter cartridge in clean oil for a while so that the paper filaments swell up a little to give you instant oil pressure and to make sure any dregs of the old oil don’t fire small particulates through the engine before the filter shuts the door, but otherwise very simple and helpful instructions to those that are having a go for the first time 👍

  • @GunCollector007
    @GunCollector007 Před rokem

    Excellent! Thanks

  • @CantTreadOnMe
    @CantTreadOnMe Před rokem +1

    Dude, sweet channel! Great Meteor content and very helpful for me! Thanks

  • @user-ug1ek9pe2b
    @user-ug1ek9pe2b Před 5 měsíci +1

    thank you so much for this video .respect

  • @d.a.hankersoniv396
    @d.a.hankersoniv396 Před 4 měsíci

    I loved this❤❤❤

  • @bobbod8069
    @bobbod8069 Před rokem +1

    I have no idea if that was good advice or not, but I do know that I was nice and chilled by the end of the video.

  • @sinsemillao
    @sinsemillao Před 11 měsíci +1

    Ty so much for this. Just discovered ur channel and am now subscribed. I am a brand new Meteor 350 owner and love my bike. Most dealers around my area do not service Royal Enfield so I’ve been scouring the Internet learning how to do it myself which includes RE’s official CZcams channel. But yours is way more detailed and I like ur other videos. Really appreciate you man! Cheers & stay safe on the road!

  • @omkarchavan9132
    @omkarchavan9132 Před 2 lety +1

    Amazing stuff sir...i just want to say that you sound like Walter White from breaking bad😂

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety

      Thanks for the kind words, Omkar! I've heard that I sound like "the Bob Ross of motorcycles", but never Walter White. I'll take that as a complement!💙🙏🏼

  • @pradiptabhattacharjee6383

    Great bro

  • @PatrickLeFloch
    @PatrickLeFloch Před rokem

    I got a "transmission fluid funnel" at my auto parts store. It's smaller and longer, and therefore doesn't require removing the side panels.

  • @BelgianDoomer
    @BelgianDoomer Před 2 lety +9

    Thanks for making this video, very well done!

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety

      I appreciate that! I hope it helps you when it's time to change the oil in your Meteor in a couple months!

  • @d.4tay549
    @d.4tay549 Před měsícem

    Fantastic job.

  • @GauravSokhi
    @GauravSokhi Před rokem +1

    Such an amazing explanation, enjoyed every second of it. Thanks..

  • @elwood62
    @elwood62 Před 2 lety

    Good, easy to follow instruction. Thanks. I’ve never seen an oil change that required getting so dirty during the process. Kind of makes you wonder what the engineers were thinking.

  • @abelbiason8167
    @abelbiason8167 Před rokem +1

    Excellent video! Thanks from Buenos Aires, Argentina.

  • @kriscotner7105
    @kriscotner7105 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Thank you so much for this video!! I changed my oil in my Meteor this morning and it was super easy after watching your video a few times!

  • @emmanuelborg8678
    @emmanuelborg8678 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for the tutorial, very detailed and great to follow.

  • @tlamatinonline
    @tlamatinonline Před 2 lety

    nice tutorial, i loved your kindness for explaining the step by step.

  • @EricRegalDuarte
    @EricRegalDuarte Před 2 lety +1

    Excellent video!! Extremely helpful!!

  • @robertlindstrom540
    @robertlindstrom540 Před 2 lety +1

    Neat job! 👍

  • @MD-MC
    @MD-MC Před 3 měsíci

    Well done! Thanks for this great tutorial. This is something I'll be doing in the future.

  • @caahacky
    @caahacky Před 6 dny

    Excellent video thanks.

  • @666sunburn
    @666sunburn Před 2 lety

    Well, this is some informtive and well done video. Thanks. I´ve changed the oil on my bikes several times before but never on a royal enfield...now I´m settled.

  • @peterwestermann4173
    @peterwestermann4173 Před 2 lety +1

    Brilliant. Very clear instructions and great video..

  • @taidouhuang7692
    @taidouhuang7692 Před 2 lety +2

    I have the exactly same bike, thank you for this wonderful video!

  • @user-pg9ou2et8b
    @user-pg9ou2et8b Před 10 měsíci

    Thank you❤❤❤from..thailand😊😊

  • @allans7281
    @allans7281 Před 2 lety

    Great video thanks for the tips demonstration. I’ve never waited 6000 miles to do an oil change- Pretty amazing that they advised 6000. You have a very soothing voice -you can read bedtime stories to kids😉 thx mate! Love my meteor

  • @garymarkcollinson
    @garymarkcollinson Před 2 lety

    Great video. Never changed oil before but using this video, seems very straightforward. Thank you

    • @garymarkcollinson
      @garymarkcollinson Před 2 lety

      Just finished my oil change following your excellent video.
      The only comment I have is, I found the supplied 8mm spanner not a great fit and I felt like I was rounding the nut. I used my own ring spanner and the nuts came off easily.
      Thanks again for the comprehensive guide.

  • @viveksapru
    @viveksapru Před 2 lety

    . . . . very well-made video . . . . after watching changing engine oil now is so easy . . . . thank you.

  • @pangrula
    @pangrula Před 2 lety +1

    The best video ever nicely explained thank you

  • @MeAndMyRoyalEnfield
    @MeAndMyRoyalEnfield Před 2 lety +2

    Beautiful video. Very professional. I am jealous. February 13, 2020 I bought my 2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 from Go Az Motorcycles Peoria. She now has over 17,000 miles.

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks! Ah, yes... GO AZ. My wife and I do business at the Scottsdale location. It's where she bought her bike and it's where I will be going for maintenance in the future. 💙 🙏🏼

    • @MeAndMyRoyalEnfield
      @MeAndMyRoyalEnfield Před 2 lety

      @@BackRoadBikerChuck What bike does your wife have? Did you buy your bike at Peoria? Does Scottsdale have a different culture?

  • @boscocurry9614
    @boscocurry9614 Před 2 lety +2

    Great channel your videos are very helpful and useful 👍
    Keep up your great work
    Regards Boss from the uk

  • @Kemrer
    @Kemrer Před 2 lety

    Thank you

  • @prasad1376
    @prasad1376 Před 2 lety +1

    Wishing God bless you from all Meteor owners :) for v useful video...can imagine the efforts that must have gone in creating this video.

  • @UAF_ViVi
    @UAF_ViVi Před rokem +2

    Thank you for this video, very similar to the official RE video, but a few more tips! I've always been hesitant to do my own oil changes because I'm a total clutz, I worry on things like stripping bolts or the threads.. but you've made me more confident to attempt my very first oil change. Thank you.

    • @billman6364
      @billman6364 Před rokem

      EmilyLK you can do it just pay attention. this oil change is as easy as it gets. look at all the $ u save.

  • @deslangan748
    @deslangan748 Před 2 lety +4

    Great video and as a new meteor 350 owner very helpful. I would love to see you do the chain and clutch cable adjustment, as the royal Enfield video is not very clear.

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety +3

      Thanks for your kind words - and congratulations on your Meteor! Yes - great suggestion. I'll add those to my list.

  • @ronyeye
    @ronyeye Před rokem +1

    Wow !! Very well demonstrated. I have Meteor 350 .. Steller Blue .. Wanted to learn this .. had seen so many videos on it … but the way you described. You made this process very easy !! Thanks brother for this informative video ..

  • @kantameena9668
    @kantameena9668 Před 2 lety +1

    great tutorial....very eazy to follow

  • @y.s5951
    @y.s5951 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks 👍🙏 more video please 😃😃

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety

      Thanks for watching! 💙🙏🏼 Creating more fun videos is my plan!

  • @LicksCyclesAnythingButOrdinary

    great vid...ty

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety

      Thanks for the love! I LOVE your channel! I'd love to see more from you! 💙🙏🏼

  • @DevilKing-zh7ye
    @DevilKing-zh7ye Před 2 lety +1

    Clean video good work sir 💖👍

  • @ricardociccareli5268
    @ricardociccareli5268 Před 2 lety +2

    Ótimo vídeo!

  • @glenseat9218
    @glenseat9218 Před 2 lety +1

    Very helpful video. Better than RE tutorial. RE should hire you to do more videos for the US market.

  • @ikbalautoservice7847
    @ikbalautoservice7847 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Very good...im Indian ❤❤

  • @gilma50
    @gilma50 Před 8 dny

    Wonderful explanation & demo. Nxt oil change I too wanna make my hands dirty with a good brand engine oil. I have all the tools required - your video would reallly be helpful - crisp & neat. Thank you 🙏

  • @kenhoward3512
    @kenhoward3512 Před rokem

    Thanks for the nicely made video, BRB, and your effort to make the process unintimidating for newbies. That is a messy place for the oil filter to be located. 'Any comment on why Royal Enfield didn't design the oil filter to be where the oil screen is, as it is for most engines, replacing the superfluous screen? 'Good advice about never overfilling the crankcase.

  • @shiba01
    @shiba01 Před 2 lety +1

    Re ally Impressive ... Nice and Informative . It's really helpful for me .

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety +1

      Hey, thank you so much! This means so much to me! 💙🙏🏻

    • @shiba01
      @shiba01 Před 2 lety

      @@BackRoadBikerChuck Eagerly waiting for your next blog.

  • @sascha_pfeifer
    @sascha_pfeifer Před rokem +1

    Hi! Great DIY Video! Thanks a lot for sharing! One question: We do not need new rubber seals for the oil change?
    Take care!

  • @gardenhobbyandhome5676

    nice video sir . I m also owner of meteor 350

  • @akhilesh6070
    @akhilesh6070 Před 2 lety +1

    Informative Video ... I am a Meteor owner from India, Kerala...

  • @allans7281
    @allans7281 Před 2 lety

    Good thorough video! Do you put the bike on the center stand when you fill the oil back up and check the window? Could that possibly give it an incorrect readings since it’s not completely level? Thx mate

  • @allans7281
    @allans7281 Před 2 lety

    Make sure you don’t over tighten the drain plug or any of the bolts
    Do you have to start your motor and let it run for a couple minutes before you re-check the oil after you fill it?
    Your videos are so professional and so easy to follow along! This Video looking at all the oil change components reaffirms my motorcycle purchase - I look At the quality of the oil change components/ design in ascertaining the quality of a motorcycle- passed!!
    Thanks for Supporting the motorcycle community

  • @fabioritapaiva3312
    @fabioritapaiva3312 Před rokem +1

    Muito bom.🇧🇷

  • @sonnyday6830
    @sonnyday6830 Před 27 dny

    Do you need to soak the new oil filter in oil first before installing it? also how to clean the oil screen before reinstalling it?

  • @yanierbonet2035
    @yanierbonet2035 Před 2 lety

    Hello, thanks for your videos. I would like to know if to maintain the 3-year guarantee on the motorcycle, you have to do all the maintenance at the dealer or if it is only the first, and thanks you for the subtitle in spanish.

  • @shrishsingh9791
    @shrishsingh9791 Před 2 lety +2

    Royal Enfield can go any road in any conditions if bike can go through Indian roads then it can go through any roads in the World, I have also thunderbird the metor has different chassis and new 350cc engine and thunderbird has old 350cc engine which is not refined at all but Royal Enfield engines are really robust bikes has zero issues regarding engine, in india peoples ride 30-40 years old RE bikes without any maintenance 😅

  • @fabioritapaiva3312
    @fabioritapaiva3312 Před 11 měsíci

    Aqui no Brasil utiliza-se muito o óleo de motor da marca Motul, fabricado na França.

  • @chrisfletcher-yd3gt
    @chrisfletcher-yd3gt Před měsícem

    at what mileage do you recommend changing the o rings and seals

  • @ezeedrive8530
    @ezeedrive8530 Před 2 lety +1

    Excellent presentation 👍👍👍👍🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳 India .U can also try 10W50 for better cold start.

  • @JokicSlobodan
    @JokicSlobodan Před 2 lety

    In first service how much oil need to fill? Dealer said 2 liters but in owners manual recommended is 1,7 to refill and max 2,2 liter dry. Please help.

  • @corradospagnuolo614
    @corradospagnuolo614 Před 2 lety +2

    Congratulations on your video, very well done. I have good technical experience and I would just like to make two notes: 1. when reassembling a part with sealing rings (e.g. the oil filter cover) it is good practice to grease them with a little engine oil. 2. all the screws should be tightened with a torque wrench to the torques indicated by the manufacturer, to avoid breaking a casing or the screws themselves. That said, I'm looking forward to get my Meteor ... greetings from Italy!

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks for the additional info! And for the kind words! Send a photo of your meteor when you get it! I would love to see it!

    • @corradospagnuolo614
      @corradospagnuolo614 Před 2 lety +1

      @@BackRoadBikerChuck It will be done, cheers!

    • @megalumpproductions5362
      @megalumpproductions5362 Před 2 lety +1

      A GOOD torque wrench is an imperative,, if using one on small bolts like these. That's means don't buy a $50 torque wrench. Good costs more. It is easy to bust off bolts, or strip threads using torque wrenches on small bolts and really, they don't need it. Especially here where you have an o-ring which does the actual sealing, so just snugged up firmly is quite sufficient. I reserve the torque wrench for critical fasteners, like axle bolts and brake and suspension components.

    • @corradospagnuolo614
      @corradospagnuolo614 Před 2 lety +1

      @@megalumpproductions5362 As for the quality of the torque wrench You are absolutely right, in fact I have one from Stahlville that cost me over $ 300. I have my own small amateur workshop and I want to be well equipped. As for the tightening of the various bolts, I am very "picky", in fact after buying the Meteor I got the workshop manual (as well as the user manual) and as a rule I tighten almost all the nuts with the torque wrench, with all the necessary precautions.

  • @tamar5261
    @tamar5261 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video, my meteor is coming up to its first service at 300 miles. I have to pay the dealership £150 for the privilege. 😖

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety

      Thanks, Tamar! Congratulations on your new bike! Ya, it's pretty expensive here as well. What part of the world do you ride in? I'd love to see some video from you! 💙🙏🏼

    • @tamar5261
      @tamar5261 Před 2 lety

      @@BackRoadBikerChuck hi I live in Wales. So it's pretty wet and dull for 9 months.

  • @Exiledk
    @Exiledk Před měsícem

    OK.. so what did you do with the old oil and filter? Leave it in the desert?

  • @ChrisJohnson-pd4hh
    @ChrisJohnson-pd4hh Před 2 lety +2

    This is a very clear and concise video. Even though I have changed oil before I shall keep this close at hand. I'm wondering about valve adjustment. Would it be a step too far for my limited abilities with a spanner? I did used to do this years ago on my Kawasaki Z650, but it had a first class workshop manual to follow! - Chris.

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety

      Thanks for the kind words, Chris! Well, the meteor tool kit does come with a small spanner wrench, but I believe it's just for adjusting the coil-over shocks. I do work on my own bike for several things, but I'm not a mechanic and I haven't done anything with the valves. I would suggest reaching out to a dealership. I've asked my dealership mechanics several questions about maintenance and they have been happy to explain things over the phone.

    • @megalumpproductions5362
      @megalumpproductions5362 Před 2 lety +1

      Not difficult to do with the proper knowledge on how to set valve clearances. Getting the valve cover off is probably the hardest part of the job, but the rest needs knowledge about how the engine is timed regarding valve positioning for making the adjustments, which are in the thousandths of an inch. Special tools required. Do it wrong and you could damage the engine seriously.

  • @bimble1000
    @bimble1000 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you so much for this! Will be changing my oil next week. I notice in a tutorial video by Royal Enfield they appear to change a couple of O-rings on the oil filter cover and around the sump plug. Did you feel the need to change these O-rings? Thanks again, great video.

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety +2

      Thanks for the kind words, Bimble! Yes, I bought a new O-ring with the filter but, when I opened things up and looked at them, the one on my bike looked fine, so I left it. I've had no leaks since I changed my oil, so I'll swap it out on the next oil change. Awesome question!💙🙏🏼

    • @bimble1000
      @bimble1000 Před 2 lety

      @@BackRoadBikerChuck good to know. Thank you. The oil and filter kit I purchased from a Royal Enfield dealer has come with a "Genuine Royal Enfield" copper sump plug washer. Having not opened anything up yet myself I'm not sure what that's for. Any ideas? Was there one of those in there? Thanks again Chuck.

    • @megalumpproductions5362
      @megalumpproductions5362 Před 2 lety +1

      @@bimble1000 Did you find your answer to this yet? If you look under the engine, at the right front, you will see an actual oil drain bolt, with a crush washer under it. Only need to check and clean the oil strainer on the first drain, There wasn't any swarf in mine at all. It was perfectly clean. Too damn messy a job to be fooling with that every time. So instead of a new 0-ring for the strainer, you need a new crush washer for the drain bolt.

  • @chrismccartney8668
    @chrismccartney8668 Před měsícem

    Gloves also protect hands from cargegenic chemicals in old oil

  • @emmanuelpariente5143
    @emmanuelpariente5143 Před 6 dny

    just got my self a Meteor 350 2022, can anyone recommed me an engine oil i can use currently located in the US.

  • @robertadams4415
    @robertadams4415 Před 2 lety +1

    You can also use an aluminum foil turkey pan as a drain pan

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety +1

      I actually did that once on another bike, and when I went to pick it up, it bent and spilled. Not ALL of the oil, but just enough to piss me off. But that could have been operator error! Thanks for sharing!

  • @kumaresonkarthikeyan8815
    @kumaresonkarthikeyan8815 Před 2 lety +1

    Big thanks

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety

      Absolutely - glad I could help!

    • @julianrose810
      @julianrose810 Před 2 lety +1

      Any problems using synthetic oil?

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety +1

      @@julianrose810 None yet. It was recommended to me by the dealership. I've gone about 500 miles on it since my oil change and I haven't noticed any issues.

    • @julianrose810
      @julianrose810 Před 2 lety +1

      Synthetic oil would be my preferred oil. However my dealer says no🥴

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety

      @@julianrose810 Interesting. Do you know why?

  • @johnbellamy6449
    @johnbellamy6449 Před 2 lety +3

    very good description,spot on,please do some more jobs.

  • @kalliste23
    @kalliste23 Před 2 lety

    Ideally the oil level shouldn't go over maximum when the engine is hot, so if the engine is cold you definitely want to stop before the maximum line because the oil will expand when hot. As long as the amount of oil you have doesn't fall below the minimum it's good. Since you've changed the oil filter you might want to turn the engine over then decide what the oil level is.

  • @emmanuelborg8678
    @emmanuelborg8678 Před 2 lety +1

    Hi Back Road Biker, Thanks for your great how to video. Do you think you can make more walk through / talk through videos like this one please? It would be great to have someone knowledgeable like you to explain how other parts of the maintenance schedule are taken care of. The bike operators manual has a long list of things to inspect, clean and replace. Once the warranty period is over I intend on doing my own maintenance. Your videos would be a great source of information. Yes I agree there are many videos out there, but the ones specifically for the Meteor 350 are either very few in English mainly by RE, or in Indian. The bits from the maintenance schedule that I need help with are:
    - Evaporative Emission Equipment rubber hoses - Drain the overfill by removing plug (where is this?),
    - Vent pipe under air filter (what to do with this one?),
    - Starter relay connections (where is the starter relay).
    If you can shed some light on how to do this maintenance it would be greatly appreciated.

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks for the love, Emmanuel! I appreciate the feedback. I would love to do more technical videos. I'm currently working two jobs and am trying very hard to find the time to make videos. When I DO find the time, I'm usually doing a day trip or camping. As soon as I can find a way to increase the monetization of this channel, I'll be making more videos. Thanks so much for watching! 💙🙏🏼

    • @megalumpproductions5362
      @megalumpproductions5362 Před 2 lety +1

      You might want to download the digital version of the RE Service Manual for the Meteor. You can find it on the Meteor forum over at the RE website hosted by Hitchcock's Motorcycles in England. Free download. It has every detail of maintenance for the entire machine.

  • @alistairbarclay3116
    @alistairbarclay3116 Před 2 lety

    So how do you change the oil yourself and still keep the warranty valid?

  • @zachsweet8467
    @zachsweet8467 Před 2 lety +3

    Great video. Very detailed. Do you by chance know how to turn off the service indicator (flashing wrench) After you’ve completed your oil change?

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety +4

      Thanks! I HAVE received instructions on how to turn off the service reminder flashing wrench! I'm going to be doing a video on that next, but until then, here are the instructions I recieved:
      - turn your bike's key to the ON position
      - you don't have to start your bike for this
      - switch your odometer to TRIP B
      - PRESS AND HOLD the "i" button for 10 seconds
      - WHILE HOLDING THAT BUTTON IN, turn the key to the OFF position
      - KEEP HOLDING that button in for 30 seconds
      - turn your key back to the ON position WHILE STILL HOLDING THAT BUTTON IN
      - Hold for 10 more seconds, then release.
      That should turn off the flashing wrench. I have NOT done this yet. I'm going to do it on camera to make the video, so hopefully that works.

    • @zachsweet8467
      @zachsweet8467 Před 2 lety +1

      @@BackRoadBikerChuck awesome thanks I will try it when I get home this afternoon

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety

      @@zachsweet8467 Let me know how it works!

    • @zachsweet8467
      @zachsweet8467 Před 2 lety +2

      @@BackRoadBikerChuck tried it it last night and it was a much needed success!! 🙂 thank you very much

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety +1

      @@zachsweet8467 Outstanding! Glad I could help!

  • @Grovreicraynth
    @Grovreicraynth Před 2 lety +1

    Planning to get one soon. How's engine heat during traffic jams? In my area, bad traffic is something to be expected so not a lot of airflow on an air cooled engine.

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety

      I live in Sedona, AZ, where it sometimes gets to be over 110°, and I've never had any overheating problems yet. If I ever do, I'll make a video about it. Thanks for the question! 💙🙏🏼

    • @billman6364
      @billman6364 Před rokem

      the ex pipe where it comes out the cylinder runs around 300f. no overheating on mine.

  • @RudoslavB
    @RudoslavB Před 2 lety +1

    When I saw the thumbnail, I seriously thought this was Gordon Ramsay 😅

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety

      Actually. HE looks like ME. (I get the Gordon Ramsay thing a lot. I also get that I look like John Michael Higgins.)

  • @bradhey
    @bradhey Před rokem +2

    Ideally one should soak (prime) the new oil filter in fresh engine oil before installation. Excellent video, otherwise.

  • @samrmit6253
    @samrmit6253 Před 2 lety +2

    in India the company gives its own brand semi synthetic oil for about 10-13 US dollars for 1.7 to 2.2 litres. Meteor can take 2.2 litres if you drain all the oil properly it seems. The engine oil you got is very good full synthetic which will likely last 10K Kms, but not the Indian Enfields 'liquid gun'. The company says it can last 10k in the Indian conditions, I don't know why. In my own bike the oil lasted maybe 4500 Kms and then it got into overheating and what not. If I had used it for 10K it would have ruined the engine.

    • @BackRoadBikerChuck
      @BackRoadBikerChuck  Před 2 lety

      Wow - thank you so much for this information! I will look up this oil and see if I can either buy it from the dealership or have it shipped to me.
      I agree with you that the owner's manual seems to be a little over-confident in how long the oil will last. I'm 1,000 past my last oil change and, already, I think it looks very dirty. I will probably end up changing it much more often than recommended by the book. Cheers!

  • @ft8853
    @ft8853 Před 3 měsíci +1

    First: drive into nature for oil change. 🎉😂

  • @happyjourney9144
    @happyjourney9144 Před 2 lety

    Two Wheeler ladie mechanic channel.
    Promise garage.

  • @curtsantner6023
    @curtsantner6023 Před 2 lety +3

    Did I see that price correctly for the oil filter??? $2.99? That can't be correct, can it?

  • @handyjayes1
    @handyjayes1 Před 2 lety

    This video is only 5 months old. I saw the price on your oil filter was $2.99. We are so ripped off in the UK. As of today 25th April 2022, the same oil filter costs from £12 ($15.50) - GRRRRRR!!!!