My wife bought her ‘15 F3-S used 3 years ago w/ ~7K miles on it. Now has ~13K miles. I have not changed the HCM filter myself, unknown whether it was done previously. Am gonna change engine oil/filter soon, but was wondering if there is a problem with leaving the original HCM filter in for 10+ years. Saw the cut-away of that filter posted up by a member here - not much to it. Hate to spend the $ on something that’s not needed. What say ye?
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Any time limit on changing HCM filter during oil change? Is a 10 y/o filter good for a few more years?
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VitoNam
Active member
That's my photo of the cut apart HCM filter. The filter is usually a part of the 28K mile service. With your mileage, you have a long way to go before it'll need to be changed. As you know, it's a $125 filter.
BajaRon
Well-known member
I agree the HCM filter for the 1330 is way over priced. And what you did is probably fine. However, if you cannot show proof of change, it could give you warranty issues. It is important to document all warranty related service (mileage, what was done + receipts) to maintain your warranty coverage.
Woodaddict
Active member
Well, that HCM filter doesn't have a time limit, only a miles limit, unlike the oil - 9,300 miles or 1 yr. So I guess if you're worried about it, give it a change.
IGETAROUND
Active member
Well, if it were me, I'd change it! Have you changed the antifreeze, the fluid in the brakes, the air filter? This is an "old" bike and with the limited mileage that you and your spouse do on it yearly, I would do all the PM that should have been done for two, three, and five year intervals. That way, you know it's been done, and then you can just change your oil and filter at the end of riding every year. How old are the tires? If they're more than 5 years old they should be replaced with a quality car tire, none of that Kenda junk. JMO
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