S2R 1000 oil change... confidence needed - Page 2

alastairS2R · 08-02-2015, 06:27 PM

Thanks for the comments and suggestions. All very helpful.

I am now the proud owner of a torque wrench. I've read the instructions but will need to check with a real mechanic as to how to correctly set it at 42nm. All the other bits I think I can handle....

slob · 08-02-2015, 06:46 PM

remember to set it as low as it goes before putting it away
storing it wound up my affect accuracy

alastairS2R · 08-02-2015, 09:49 PM

will do thanks

alastairS2R · 10-02-2015, 09:38 PM

I had a chat with a mechanical engineer about the torque wrench and he'll guide me through making sure I get the torque settings correct.

There's another small issue. The oil level window hasn't cleared for a while, how can I clear it? Thanks

slob · 10-02-2015, 09:56 PM

give the bike a good run, unscrew the oil filler cap when you get back (don't forget to screw it back up before you run the engine!)
it's only moisture from the winter atmosphere emulsifying with the oil

11-02-2015, 06:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slob

give the bike a good run, unscrew the oil filler cap when you get back (don't forget to screw it back up before you run the engine!)
it's only moisture from the winter atmosphere emulsifying with the oil

The important bit is putting the cap back on (don't ask how I know!).

I've found with our monsters a good 60 mile ride will sort the white stuff out

alastairS2R · 11-02-2015, 10:25 PM

one of the issues mentioned by the mechanical engineer I spoke to was to make sure the threads of the sump bolt were clean otherwise the torque wrench won't be accurate.

How long does the oil take to drain out?

Thanks again for all the assistance, I think I'll have a go on Sunday.

Flip · 11-02-2015, 10:44 PM

You might like to swap the rubbish recessed hex sump plug with one of these lovely items to save all the faffing around with it as it quite quickly gets worn - no magnet though so you will have to buy and glue one on à la Slob if you want one.

http://www.avantiraceparts.co.uk/shop.php?id=3&cat=8

alastairS2R · 31-03-2015, 02:07 PM

Thanks for all the help on preparing this attempt at an oil change for beginners. However after careful consideration and taking into account the bike's 6 years old and not been services for 6000 miles I decided to let the experts do a proper service at Ducati Wolverhampton. I'll come back to this at the end of the summer and have a go then.

Darren69 · 31-03-2015, 02:57 PM

One issue you may have is what to do with the old oil, as it needs specialist disposal these days.

Dirty · 31-03-2015, 06:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darren69

One issue you may have is what to do with the old oil, as it needs specialist disposal these days.

Does my 3 doors down neighbours wheelie bin count?

10-02-2015, 09:38 PM	#19
alastairS2R Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Birmingham Bike: S2r 1000 Posts: 31	Oil level window - yellow emulsion I had a chat with a mechanical engineer about the torque wrench and he'll guide me through making sure I get the torque settings correct. There's another small issue. The oil level window hasn't cleared for a while, how can I clear it? Thanks

11-02-2015, 10:25 PM	#22
alastairS2R Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Birmingham Bike: S2r 1000 Posts: 31	oily threads one of the issues mentioned by the mechanical engineer I spoke to was to make sure the threads of the sump bolt were clean otherwise the torque wrench won't be accurate. How long does the oil take to drain out? Thanks again for all the assistance, I think I'll have a go on Sunday.

11-02-2015, 10:44 PM	#23
Flip Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Beachtown Bike: M900 Posts: 2,188	You might like to swap the rubbish recessed hex sump plug with one of these lovely items to save all the faffing around with it as it quite quickly gets worn - no magnet though so you will have to buy and glue one on à la Slob if you want one. http://www.avantiraceparts.co.uk/shop.php?id=3&cat=8 __________________ You're perfect, yes, it's true- But without me you're only you!

31-03-2015, 02:07 PM	#24
alastairS2R Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Birmingham Bike: S2r 1000 Posts: 31	sense prevailed.... Thanks for all the help on preparing this attempt at an oil change for beginners. However after careful consideration and taking into account the bike's 6 years old and not been services for 6000 miles I decided to let the experts do a proper service at Ducati Wolverhampton. I'll come back to this at the end of the summer and have a go then.

31-03-2015, 02:57 PM	#25
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08-02-2015, 06:27 PM	#16
alastairS2R Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Birmingham Bike: S2r 1000 Posts: 31	Thanks for the comments and suggestions. All very helpful. I am now the proud owner of a torque wrench. I've read the instructions but will need to check with a real mechanic as to how to correctly set it at 42nm. All the other bits I think I can handle....

08-02-2015, 06:46 PM	#17
slob . Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: East London Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 9,716	remember to set it as low as it goes before putting it away storing it wound up my affect accuracy

08-02-2015, 09:49 PM	#18
alastairS2R Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Birmingham Bike: S2r 1000 Posts: 31	will do thanks

10-02-2015, 09:56 PM	#20
slob . Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: East London Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 9,716	give the bike a good run, unscrew the oil filler cap when you get back (don't forget to screw it back up before you run the engine!) it's only moisture from the winter atmosphere emulsifying with the oil