Oil change....

[DayWalkerSC400]

Hey, this is kind of a noob question but my Kat is due for the first oil change and I wanna do it myself...Any reccomendations on what kind of oil I should use? Also, I need to replace the oil filter right? Is there anything else I need/or should know? Thanks for all the help/advice!!!!

[BigEdge]

Check this link to FAQ's

http://www.katriders.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=21040

[katman05]

I use 10W40. Alot of members use synthetic or semi synthetic. If you live in a very hot climate I'd go with 20W50. Change the filter also and if you want to make your oil changes a real snap buy a Fumoto valve because it can be very easy to overtighten the drain bolt and you may end up stripping it. I think cyberpoet sells the Fumoto valves or you can buy it here http://www.quickoildrainvalve.com/

[KatanaSoldier]

Yup, get the Fumoto from here before you change your oil. It is VERY easy to strip.

http://www.lubricationspecialist.com/front/showcontent.aspx?fileid=105&gclid=COTu5vey540CFR5fUAodPAp3rw

I use Mobil 1 Racing 4T 10W-40 Synthetic Oil which is available at Auto Zone and I believe Wally World.

I don't think Cyberpoet sells the Fumoto but he does sell the OEM oil filters and high powered magnets to attach to your pan or oil filter. They are cheap and I highly recommend one.