Yamaha VSTAR 1100 Rear Gear Oil - Check , Inspect and Change

In this video I will conduct what is a standard rear gear oil change procedure on a VSTAR 1100 after checking the level and inspecting the old oil. These changes are part of the maintenance schedule just like the motor oil. Its important to check the level before draining to help determine a leak.
A 17mm wrench is the only size needed for the task. The bike should be upright for checking requiring a stand, or two people. I have found that my level wasn't low, so I could proceed, if it was, I would check all seals and drain plugs for leaks.
Draining the oil, I take my time for it to sufficiently drain as the bolts are cleaned up, the magnetic bolt is for the bottom. If the crush washer is leaking, it should be replaced. 17ft/lbs or 205in/lbs is set for my torque wrench.
A look at the oil shows no worrying debris, so now the plug can be reinstalled and torqued down. To make filling easier, just under .2 litres was measured and added to the unit. Final top off was done by eye to the bottom of the screw threads. This is done as measured with the bike leveled, two people maybe necessary. The top bolt is then torqued down, completing the procedure.
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[@andrewcalderon3942]

Your Vstar 1100 videos have been super helpful. Thank you

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Great to hear. You’re welcome.

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I’ve been watching you for a while I own 2004 a Yamaha V star 1100 I thank you for the videos that you show you’re very clear and very thorough keep up the good work definitely get a big thumbs up much respect ✊

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Glad you like them!

[@Curious_Skeptic]

Subscribed and liked! Big thank you! Picking up a 2001 Vstar 1100 later next week! New to bikes, and this being my first street bike, I appreciate videos like this. Bike has sat for a couple a few years. Think it will need a lot of TLC to assure it get's a long life of enjoyment. It's showroom perfect and well cared for. Just sat for a long time looking pretty.

[@retrotechandelectronics]

Good luck!

[@Knightnote]

Thank you for this. My 1100 is heading to the shop for its 2nd starter problem

[@retrotechandelectronics]

I have not posted a starter swap or clutch video as of yet.

[@irwin56]

Very informative. The best info for service and easy to understand. Thank you.

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You are welcome!

[@dr0ndeh]

great tutorial as always!

[@retrotechandelectronics]

Thanks much!

[@paultaylor4260]

I just got dragstar 11 great video

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Thanks!

[@loyaltothecoil7786]

Very useful information..thank you so much.

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Excellent video. 👍 Thank you.

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[@JestKnight]

Thanks so much for the guidance friend, it helped a lot :)

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Glad it helped!

[@user-vm5pk5eg1h]

Thanks a lot

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You're welcome.

[@joelamendola1940]

I just got a 1100 custom and had problems immediately. With this being a dream bike of mine it was very upsetting. Your videos have helped me fix the issue and has given me so much relief. Thank you sir. Do you happen to be on social media like Facebook or Instagram?

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[@davidjoaquin141]

Thanks!!

[@retrotechandelectronics]

No problem!

[@tonnyzoo1726]

thks a.... lot number 1

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They keep the heart beating, and fresh for transplant.

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[@quintanaj7]

@@retrotechandelectronics Before say something, thanks for taking your time, and do this tutorials for us, really simple, and clear, you got it. again thank you very much.

[@CreatingExcellence]

Great video! What do you use to clean your wheels / spokes? They look amazing

[@mikewalker1546]

Great video. I bought my first motorcycle a couple of weeks ago and am servicing it before putting it back on the road as it has been sitting for two years. In your video it appeared you had a service interval poster. Where did you get that or is there one available for download.
Thanks!
Mike Walker

[@retrotechandelectronics]

It’s in both the user manual and the service manual.

[@jaan9827]

How to grease the front end of the crankshaft? Or does anything need my attention at the front of the crankshaft?

[@TheDanielahman]

• What is the spray you use when you clean the bolts?

[@SteveBaxter927]

I just ordered this from Amazon and of course, they shipped 75w-85 instead of the 80w-90 you shared that you use.
Will that make much of a difference?
PS: I love your videos, thank you greatly for making them!!

[@bubb4j0hn]

This. Is there a UPC code on the bottle of Shaft Drive Oil you can give? Trying to find this oil is like trying to find the Holy Grail apparently.

[@timothys9174]

Thank you for your videos. Where could I purchase a funnel like yours with the measurements and ability to open and close it ? I’m not having much success online.

[@retrotechandelectronics]

I believe I bought it on base many years ago.

[@hunterbranstner4569]

Now this is how you do a tutorial

[@Ifishazores]

I need to replace my starter clutch gear inside the transmission do you have a video start to finish?

[@retrotechandelectronics]

Sorry not yet

[@timothygibson2330]

Have no friction in front brake leaver.
Any suggestions??

[@retrotechandelectronics]

Check out my video on the front brakes...

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Fuckk yaa boy! Great video , got mind done in 2 second

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Glad to hear it.

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:)

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