1330 oil change interval

[Highwayman2013]

Add the 9,300 miles to your last mileage a oil change...like you did..:thumbup: mho I would not wait that long...seeing a lot of testing and oils start fading long before that...:dontknow:

Ann has over 80,000 miles on her RT with the 9,300 change intervals.

 

[MAHuff]

Time or mileage?

Book on F3-S says get maintenance after 1 year old no matter what mileage. Is that really necessary? Don't want to mess up warranty. Local dealer (not the one I bought it from) says they go by miles.

 

[Bob Denman]

"EVERY 15 000KM (9,300MI) OR 1 YEAR (WHICHEVER COMES FIRST)"

Is actually what it says...
(This is a direct copy and paste from the manual.)

 

[Wildrice]

I would believe the frequency of oil change intervals recommended via the mfg who covers the warranty is accurate. Driving conditions, time between oil changes, several factors could modify the normal recommended mileage. Also the 1330 engine has a big oil reservoir capacity 6 quarts compared to any previous bikes I've owned. Oil has improved over the years--some feel more comfortable doing the oil change at a closer interval--that they may--but I doubt it's needed--I would think the mfg would recommend on the low end of acceptable since they hold the warranty but if you're doing the oil change yourself it isn't that expensive--BahaRon has a great deal on oil filters & synthetic AMSOIL 10-W 40 & replacement oil filter with seals-washers-etc.
Darrell

 

[Bob Denman]

I had a dealer tell me that he thought 9300 miles was too long and he was suggesting every 7000 miles, he also stated that many were just doing a oil change at 5000 and the service at 10000

Your dealer is trying to sell you something...

 

[KID Ryker]

I like it

Every 9,300 miles...

...:lecturef_smilie:OR ONE YEAR!! :shocked:

Whichever shows up first!!! :thumbup:

I do the same :cheers:

 

[Tango]

Once a year for us. :thumbup: Tom :spyder:

 

[jaherbst]

Honestly folks, can this really be that hard to understand. This is certainly not a Rocket Science based concept. Read the Manual, take a coffee break, read the manual again. If it still does not make sense to you get the 12 year old neighbor boy to read it and tell you what is says. RFQ If you want to change it earlier do so. If not stick with what the manufacturer recommends. It will do not harm. Really. Most new car manufacturers have gone to these or greater oil change intervals because of the new synthetic oils and microfilters.

Jack

 

[Bob Denman]

:agree:

 

[Fossil Rider]

Its quite simple folks, Oil threads are a nightmare LOL. Its quite simple on when you do your oil changes. Everyone and I mean everyone has a manual with your unit, it is a guide to assist you that's all. It's is an easy solution!

It's your ride so here are your options that covers everything think about!

1. Change as per manual
2. Change oil as many times as you want because no one cares except yourself. It's your ride so do whatever you want.
3. Don't change oil as per the manual because no one cares except yourself. It's your ride so do whatever you want.
4. Use whatever oil you want within spec because no one cares except yourself. It's your ride so do whatever you want.

No matter what happens in the end you pay the cost and why! Because no-one cares LOL

Its plain and simple
"IT"S YOUR RIDE DO WHATEVER YOU WANT"

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

OIL CHANGE OPINION

Honestly folks, can this really be that hard to understand. This is certainly not a Rocket Science based concept. Read the Manual, take a coffee break, read the manual again. If it still does not make sense to you get the 12 year old neighbor boy to read it and tell you what is says. RFQ If you want to change it earlier do so. If not stick with what the manufacturer recommends. It will do not harm. Really. Most new car manufacturers have gone to these or greater oil change intervals because of the new synthetic oils and microfilters.

Jack

Honestly Jack, if cars and trucks SHARED the engine oil with the transmission like the Spyders do .... their intervals would much, much shorter............ not just my opinion ....... Mike :thumbup:

 

[Bob Denman]

But Mike: aren't some of the shearing issues that are caused by the transmissions; being handled by the additive package? :dontknow:
(Just a thought! )

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

ADDITIVE PACKAGE

But Mike: aren't some of the shearing issues that are caused by the transmissions; being handled by the additive package? :dontknow:
(Just a thought! )

Not according to the results posted by the people here who have sent out samples to various private testing labs ...... and people here who are LOT smarter than will tell you that transmissions will SHEAR oil a lot quicker than an engine will ..... shoot a PM to Ron ..... see what He says ...... Mike

 

[TRLBLZR1]

I believe that (given the price of these machines) it's foolish to go even 5,000 miles between oil changes regardless of what oil you use. Even without oil degradation, consider contaminants etc. On that note, I'll be changing my oil at least once yearly regardless of mileage. (I have a very limited riding season due to summer work obligations.) The bigger question IMO (for my circumstances) is: Spring or fall? Fall means fresh oil "sitting" & ready for the spring. Spring means old & oil sits/condensation separates etc...... Will probably change oil in late fall since this machine is destined to be stored inside over winter. ~ Thoughts?

 

[A1A]

I believe that (given the price of these machines) it's foolish to go even 5,000 miles between oil changes regardless of what oil you use. Even without oil degradation, consider contaminants etc. On that note, I'll be changing my oil at least once yearly regardless of mileage. (I have a very limited riding season due to summer work obligations.) The bigger question IMO (for my circumstances) is: Spring or fall? Fall means fresh oil "sitting" & ready for the spring. Spring means old & oil sits/condensation separates etc...... Will probably change oil in late fall since this machine is destined to be stored inside over winter. ~ Thoughts?

Yes I agree with you TRLBLZR1. You do not want the old contaminated oil sitting in the engine & transmission for 5 or 6 months.
Cheers!

 

[CrashDavis]

What model of Spyder do you have that shows the hours on the display? I don't have that on my RT.

If you go to the window where you reset the trip meters, you'll notice a timer that gets reset with each meter (at least on my bike).

 

[Claimbo]

oil change

Oil is changed at 3500 miles first. The next one is at 13500. This engine is suppose to go longer between oil changes.

 

[Bob Denman]

Oil is changed at 3500 miles first. The next one is at 13500. This engine is suppose to go longer between oil changes.

Not quite: but close!
The initial break-in service is done at 3,000 miles
After that; the mileages should look like these, when it's time to change again***
12,300
21,600
30,900
40,200
49,500
58,800
68,100


*** If you don't travel the 9,300 miles in one year: change your oil on an annual basis. :thumbup:

 

[Fjrwillie]

After the initial oil change, the change is every 9300 miles. Would the first change then be at 12,300 or 9,300 regardless?

TIA Willie

 

[troop]

12,300