Every new oil filter comes with an O-ring; ensure it is seated snugly in the filter and spread a dab of motor oil around its top surface in order to ensure a tight seal.
Then, using your hand, screw the new filter into the engine case. Be sure NOT to use a tool for this part; it's easy to over-tighten the filter and damage the O-ring when using a tool.
Step By Step: How to Change Your Motorcycle's Engine Oil
By Basem Wasef, About.com
Lubricate the O-ring of the New Filter and Attach it to the Engine
O-rings on oil filters usually fit snugly because of their squared edges.
© Basem Wasef, Licensed to About.comIndex: Step By Step: How to Change Your Motorcycle's Engine Oil
- Get your supplies ready, and expose your engine
- Unscrew the Oil Filler Cap
- Remove the Oil Drain Plug
- Remove and Replace the Crush Washer
- Clean the Oil Drain Plug
- Remove the Oil Filter
- Remove and Clean Plastic Mesh Filter
- Lubricate the O-ring of the New Filter and Attach it to the Engine
- Motorcycle Oil Change - Replace Oil Drain Plug & Plastic Mesh Filter, Pour Oil
- Check the Oil Level
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