Cost of Oil Change

[Mr. White]

My red RT-S is somewhere in the US, on the way to Texas. I am wondering what different dealers charge for an oil change (includeing all gaskets, etc) I am sure labor rates vary throughout the country, but just trying to get an idea. I am unable to get down on my knees and back without considerable trouble. It is hell getting old.

[boborgera]

My red RT-S is somewhere in the US, on the way to Texas. I am wondering what different dealers charge for an oil change (includeing all gaskets, etc) I am sure labor rates vary throughout the country, but just trying to get an idea. I am unable to get down on my knees and back without considerable trouble. It is hell getting old.

First oil change, 250 to 350 and IF they do it by the numbers closer to 350, And it's worth it consideing the time it takes.[by the numbers]

[Capt Ron]

$150 plus tax. However, most places here in the ArkLaMiss seem to be charging $250-300.

[projectmoneypi]

louis powersports told me 100-110 for an oil change.

[IWN2RYD]

Try not to look at the first oil change costs... There is about 12-15 (Have the list packed away right now) other critical items they check and are required during the first oil change @ 600 miles.

That said. Just straight oil/filter(s if SE5) runs $210-$250 depending on what the dealer has chosen to make money off of. You returning to buy more "Stuff" or service.

Quite a few folks do their own for about $40 per change plus oil choice. I figure it is nice to do it ourselves for the knowledge gained of our rides... But also ask myself what is my time worth and I want my dealer to be here for many years...

So I will share the responsibility... The "Big" checkups that require BRP tools and computers (cheaper for the oils change this way as all the Tupperware is already off and they can only charge that time once per visit) and I will do the rest

[Bob Denman]

I've already been through the first oil change and have a quote for my next one at only $85.00 or so...
The break-in service was done where I bought the Spyder (Rusty Palmer's in Honesdale, PA) and the quote was from Arctic Adventures in Rosendale, NY

[Questions]

South Texas Suzuki ,Has one of the Best Spyder Mechanics in the U.S. His name is Bruce, and with all the updates, The $220.00 is well worth it.


Bill Stannard
San Antonio,Texas

[Questions]

[QUOTE=Bill Stannard;296400]South Texas Suzuki ,Has one of the Best Spyder Mechanics in the U.S. His name is Bruce, and with all the updates, The $220.00 is well worth it.


Bill Stannard
San Antonio,Texas

[Mr. White]

[quote=Bill Stannard;296402]

South Texas Suzuki ,Has one of the Best Spyder Mechanics in the U.S. His name is Bruce, and with all the updates, The $220.00 is well worth it.


Bill Stannard
San Antonio,Texas

Bill, if you are interested in the Texas Trike Reunion in Kerrville April 14-16, email me at scoot62@aol.com with Reunion in the subject line.

I agree with you South Texas Suzuki statement. They run the latest computer upgrade and check a number of things for the price they charge. They give 10% off if military or military retired. They are a quality operation....

[joebryanjr]

My red RT-S is somewhere in the US, on the way to Texas. I am wondering what different dealers charge for an oil change (includeing all gaskets, etc) I am sure labor rates vary throughout the country, but just trying to get an idea. I am unable to get down on my knees and back without considerable trouble. It is hell getting old.

$150 from my dealer for "annual service". Oil change and check of all of the things listed in the owners manual. This is a 2014 RT. I understand units with the 998 engine may cost more for oil changes.

[Tango]

I just paid $148 plus tax for the service on Mushu. Tom

[ReRose]

Anybody know what happened to Mr White the original poster?

[IdahoMtnSpyder]

Anybody know what happened to Mr White the original poster?

Apparently he still exists. A Google search didn't come up with any obituaries or death notices for him. Other than that I didn't find any other current info. He hasn't touched his FB page for two years and there is really nothing on it about him.

[pegasus1300]

The last time he was here was in 2021. He lists himself as 89, so who knows? Why don't you send him a PM, see if he responds?

[AtomicEd]

I win! $420 at my local dealer for an oil change. ($660 for an alignment) Needless to say, I'll be doing my own oil changes in the future.

[FrogmanDave]

I win! $420 at my local dealer for an oil change. ($660 for an alignment) Needless to say, I'll be doing my own oil changes in the future.

That is ridiculous to say the least!

[KAMJAM]

We just paid $765 for both of our 2020 RT's, it was for the 3k mile service and took aprox 2.5 or so each. Life Styles Honda in Mount Vernon, WA. They we very nice and it was convenient to be able get'r done on a Saturday.

[K80Shooter]

We just paid $765 for both of our 2020 RT's, it was for the 3k mile service and took aprox 2.5 or so each. Life Styles Honda in Mount Vernon, WA. They we very nice and it was convenient to be able get'r done on a Saturday.

It seems that I was in the wrong side of the repair business. When I had my repair shop, I would service a couple of 18 wheelers for less than that including oil and all of the filters (except the air filter). Most of them took at least 44 qts of oil and 3 - 4 filters each.

I should have worked on motorcycles, I guess.

[KAMJAM]

It seems that I was in the wrong side of the repair business. When I had my repair shop, I would service a couple of 18 wheelers for less than that including oil and all of the filters (except the air filter). Most of them took at least 44 qts of oil and 3 - 4 filters each.

I should have worked on motorcycles, I guess.

Tell me about it, as a small engine mechanic 30 plus years ago I was told "there ain't no money in turnin' wrenches".. Should have looked at what I was wrenching on!

[h078]

I do it myself;
Oil change kit from Amazon for ~$130 and hour of my time...But I dont have to worry if some 18 year old apprentice will tighten my drain bolts to their welding point

[Woodenfish]

We just paid $765 for both of our 2020 RT's, it was for the 3k mile service and took aprox 2.5 or so each. Life Styles Honda in Mount Vernon, WA. They we very nice and it was convenient to be able get'r done on a Saturday.

What could they possibly do that takes them 2.5 hours?

[NateNC]

What could they possibly do that takes them 2.5 hours?

Trying to get out the stripped drain plug they stripped out when they changed the oil last time

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Trying to get out the stripped drain plug they stripped out when they changed the oil last time

I HOPE they didn't charge you for their screw-up .......... Mike

[IdahoMtnSpyder]

Trying to get out the stripped drain plug they stripped out when they changed the oil last time

I HOPE they didn't charge you for their screw-up .......... Mike

I think that was a tongue-in-cheek rhetorical question. Think sarcasm and humor!

[Isopedella]

Ya nailed it. Some "tech" whose favorite tool is not an inch pound wrench but a rattle gun aint getting anywhere my rides.

Im retired and do sort a few other Blokes rides from time to time. I dont charge out my workshop time for money. However Single Malt Whiskey or Speights Gold Medal Draft Beer seems to be a popular currency. Any parts required are fitted at cost.