[slam150]

hey guys, the dealer told me that changing my oil will cost $150.00

can some one tell me how to change the oil on my 05 ninja zx-6r 636

 

[jeeps84]

Here is a quote from another thread that you should find every thing you need in the link.:dthumb:
The year is different but every thing is close enough that only wrench and filter size may be different.

That big price from your dealer was probable for the first service including the overall all check up of the bike. Not just the oil change.

First off :welcome: I myself have an 01zx6r. I pretty much had the same questions as you did. First off, IF you have the right tools, changing the oil is pretty much cake. I had 14k on the bike when I got it, and switched to synthetic. I recently posted a maintenance site Ive been using for my 01zx6r. The site uses the 2000zx6r as reference. Its the same bike though as my 01 and obviously the same as your 2000. It covers a bunch of stuff, including changing your oil, with pictures and everything

here is the link click here!!!

just click the ZX6R link and then go to "Routine Maintenance" it should be there....check out the other stuff too, its got a crapload of info.

click here just for the oil change page

:luck: good luck with all this stuff.
:twfrox:

 

[Gas Man]

Yeah if you can change oil on a car a bike is easier!

Also check out this generic thread

 

[bumblebee]

hey guys, the dealer told me that changing my oil will cost $150.00

can some one tell me how to change the oil on my 05 ninja zx-6r 636

:yikes: :yikes: :yikes: ...Bring it to me! I'll charge you half what a dealer will...

 

[twisty]

Engine oil? or fork oil? If its for oil thats pretty cheap I charge $250...If its engine turn around and run away from that dealer.

 

[pickle.of.doom]

Damn I must've got the cool guy discount when we did my fork oil and springs

 

[bumblebee]

Engine oil? or fork oil? If its for oil thats pretty cheap I charge $250...If its engine turn around and run away from that dealer.

I had the fork oil changed in the bee for 85 bucks plus beverages...

 

[Samurai_Jack]

Slam, you should goto www.kawiforums.com/forum for your questions on your 636. As for oil change, you're gonna have to:
1. remove ur lower side panel
2. unscrew the oil filter & drain all the old oil
3. install new oil filter
4. pour in new oil on the rear brake side
5. lift the bike so it stands in the center and check for oil level (you have to stand it up to see the appropriate level, checking it while it's on a stand won't work either)
6. put the lower fairing on.

*One word of caution, even though some people swear by using a torque wrench on the filter, i would just do it by hand because I've heard a lot of stories where people over torqued the filter and stripped the screws which can be a PITA to fix.

Added: a link with step by step & pictures of 1st service procedures (including oil change) for 04 636

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=95000

 

[gixxer127]

try looking in the owners manual. I know my gsxr and r1 both had instructions on how to do some things like changing the oil and removing wheels.

 

[jeeps84]

Slam, you should goto www.kawiforums.com/forum for your questions on your 636. As for oil change, you're gonna have to:
1. remove ur lower side panel
2. unscrew the oil filter & drain all the old oil
3. install new oil filter
4. pour in new oil on the rear brake side
5. lift the bike so it stands in the center and check for oil level (you have to stand it up to see the appropriate level, checking it while it's on a stand won't work either)
6. put the lower fairing on.

*One word of caution, even though some people swear by using a torque wrench on the filter, i would just do it by hand because I've heard a lot of stories where people over torqued the filter and stripped the screws which can be a PITA to fix.

Added: a link with step by step & pictures of 1st service procedures (including oil change) for 04 636

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=95000

You left out,
Remove the drain plug to drain old oil from engine.
and
Reinstall drain plug.

Should have went between step 3 and 4

:lol:

 

[Samurai_Jack]

You left out,
Remove the drain plug to drain old oil from engine.
and
Reinstall drain plug.

Should have went between step 3 and 4

:lol:

Oops, I guess you can tell I suck at giving instruction now. It has been a while since I did my last oil change anyway. THanks for the reminder

 

[jeeps84]

Oops, I guess you can tell I suck at giving instruction now. It has been a while since I did my last oil change anyway. THanks for the reminder

A :whore: job is never done.:lol:

 

[slam150]

yeah, they want me to charge $150 to do the whole 600miles check up on all the stuff, i wish i knew what they were doing so i could do it all my self.

 

[jeeps84]

yeah, they want me to charge $150 to do the whole 600miles check up on all the stuff, i wish i knew what they were doing so i could do it all my self.

They are supposed to go over the bike with a fine tooth comb (check all nuts and bolts, listen for strange noises and make any needed adjustments) but, that depends on the shop.

 

[slam150]

huh, i should just spend the money and get the 600mile overlook done.

$150.00 down the drain.

 

[R1up0n1]

huh, i should just spend the money and get the 600mile overlook done.

$150.00 down the drain.

basically...yes.

 

[jeeps84]

Just make sure to keep all receipts from buying oil and filter and note mileage in owners manual for warranty purposes if ever needed.

 

[Gas Man]

yeah, they want me to charge $150 to do the whole 600miles check up on all the stuff, i wish i knew what they were doing so i could do it all my self.

That is a pretty normal fee. I know the dealer I'm getting the BDM from throws the first service in for free.

 

[slam150]

man, i wish i got the first service free. it sucks that i gota pay the money but i really want to make sure i have very good upkeep on the bike.

 

[DLIT]

Usually the dealers go by the manual for service guidelines. they look at exactly what it says in your manual.