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    To do the oil change myself as part of getting my bike ready for the winter. Can anyone help.........with a step by step instructions on how to do this. Also, a list of things I will need.

    Anyone!?! Any input is greatly appreciated!

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    click the top where it says buell service manuals and look at the 05 firebolt or something. will have a step by step inside the maintenance section i think.

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    It's really easy bro. Don't be intimidated. Don't forget the oil filter and might as well do the primary oil too. (even easier)

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    Primary oil? Pardon my ignorance! Noob here with his first bike!

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    just download the manual it will explain everything with pics. good luck.

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    Primary oil?
    Engine Oil = Swingarm
    Primary Oil = Transmission

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    To give you some confidence, I did this also, and it was my 1st time doing anything to a motorcycle. VERY difficult to screw it up. Flip through the manual found under "Buell service manuals" and you will be all set. Step by step in there

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    10W 40 for the winter? Or, 20W 50?

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    just don't over tighten the bolts on the inspection cover!

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    I have always been told 20W50 all the time. 20W is the "Winter" viscosity rating.



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