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« Reply #25 on: March 31, 2011, 09:53:54 AM » |
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Ok....so I got a brand new jug of Mobil 1 15w-50 synth oil that I'm thinking of using....my thoughts and some feed back from others say it'll be fine as its for high temps, and since the bike is air-cooled only it'll help during the hot temps outside. Anybody use synth and what are your thoughts?
Also for my Canadian friends, does Crappy Tire sell oil filters?
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« Reply #26 on: March 31, 2011, 03:13:59 PM » |
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Nice bike and welcome to the group.
I've never used synth oil in my bike.
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« Reply #27 on: March 31, 2011, 03:16:59 PM » |
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Crappy tire does sell the correct filter, I did mine last week! I think it was under 10$
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« Reply #28 on: March 31, 2011, 03:31:39 PM » |
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Unless I'm mistaken, Mobil 1 15-50W is "energy conserving" which might mess with your clutch. Check the container to see if it says "energy conserving"...
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« Reply #29 on: March 31, 2011, 04:43:45 PM » |
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Thanks for the heads up on Crappy Tire, gonna pick one up tomorrow. Gonna check the oil, may just buy some new stuff and leave that for the wr450. Thanks!
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« Reply #30 on: March 31, 2011, 06:15:58 PM » |
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Crappy tire does sell the correct filter, I did mine last week! I think it was under 10$
Did you buy your oil ther too? If so which one and how do you/your bike like it? |
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« Reply #31 on: March 31, 2011, 07:33:44 PM » |
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I got a 10w-40 4 stroke bike oil from CT as well it was one of the least expensive. This is my first bike so I have nothing to compare it to, sorry.
I'm tempted to try this Rotella, it looks cheaper and a lot of people swear by it.
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« Reply #32 on: April 01, 2011, 02:38:51 PM » |
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So I changed the oil and filter today, did alittle washing, came across the stamp on the engine head by the exhaust pipes, just below the chain tension bolts...reads 748cc....according to this in the specs field... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honda_CB750I either have a cb750c or a cb750f engine.....as pissed as I was at first for not doing some real home work on the bike b4 purchase. I could go back and do the whole "not happy, can I have my money back.." After washing her down, than going for a rip....it runs so good! I gotta get a sound clip for you guys, soon. The only issue right now after doing the oil change, is the custom exhaust is so in the way for changing the filter....yes I made a mess with trying to not to take off the exhaust....first thing is to make some custom pipes. |
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« Reply #33 on: April 01, 2011, 02:43:27 PM » |
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the custom exhaust is so in the way for changing the filter Had a similar problem with my 700 and the mac header. I bought a strap filter wrench and it was much easier.  Lookin forward to hearing how that exhaust sounds. |
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« Reply #34 on: April 02, 2011, 06:42:23 AM » |
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Burgandy?! Niccce I may have to snag that color for mine
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« Reply #35 on: April 02, 2011, 07:17:45 AM » |
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The engines are not interchangeable on nighthawks and from the pics I can tell that your engine looks like the correct type for your bike.
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« Reply #36 on: April 02, 2011, 07:31:22 AM » |
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the custom exhaust is so in the way for changing the filter Had a similar problem with my 700 and the mac header. I bought a strap filter wrench and it was much easier. not so much getting the filter out...but the oil dripping on the pipes...lol...no need for strap, one bolt, casing comes off, filter pops out. |
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« Reply #37 on: April 02, 2011, 07:32:57 AM » |
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The engines are not interchangeable on nighthawks and from the pics I can tell that your engine looks like the correct type for your bike.
Well that makes me feel alittle better.... |
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« Reply #38 on: April 02, 2011, 07:34:12 AM » |
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Burgandy?! Niccce I may have to snag that color for mine
Ok...since your south of the boarder no one can mistaken us.  |
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