Where is the oil drain plug on a Harley-Davidson?

Tools you need for a Harley-Davidson oil change On Softail models, the oil reservoir is located under the seat. Look directly below and slightly behind the seat underneath the frame to find the oil drain plug. Use a ratchet and 1.6cm socket to remove the drain plug.

How many quarts of oil does a Road King take?

Fill the oil tank with three quarts of 20W-50 motor oil, and the transmission with one quart of Harley-Davidson transmission oil.

How much oil does an 88 cubic inch Harley take?

Fluid capacity is 1 Quart* (32 fluid oz) for all Evo and Twin Cam88/103 primaries from 1980-2006 (*except 2006 Dyna). The new bikes 2006-up Dyna, 2007-up Softail & Touring take a 45 fluid oz if the entire primary assembly has been removed or 38 fluid oz if you are simply draining the old fluid adding new oil.

Where is oil drain plug?

The drain plug is a large nut or plug located under the oil pan at the bottom of the engine. If you can’t reach your oil drain plug easily, you’ll have to either crawl under your car to reach it or jack up the car.

How often should you change the oil on a Harley?

While some may recommend having different intervals for all 3 components, we like to change the oil in all 3 every time we do a change, which is typically every 3000-4000 miles. Consult your owner’s manual for recommended numbers, but the fresher you keep the oil, the better the bike will run.

How much oil does a Road King hold?

How Much Oil Does A Road King Take? The oil tank should be filled with three quarts of 20W-50 motor oil, and the transmission should be filled with one quart of Harley-Davidson transmission oil.

Should I use synthetic oil in my Harley-Davidson?

Ans: For all weather conditions, Harley Davidson recommends SAE 20W50 synthetic oils the Twin Cam engine. But if you live in a region where it gets below 40F, you should get something that maintains SAE 10W40 standards. Similarly, SAE 60 H-D is suggested for higher temperatures above 80 degrees.

Is a magnetic oil drain plug a good idea?

Magnets are an effective way to remove (steel) clearance-size particles from engine oil. RevZilla illustration. When it comes down to it, a magnetic drain plug is an added layer of protection, and based on the sludge I’ve wiped off magnets, they seem pretty effective.