oil filter wrench

[Pat C]

Which type of oil filter whench do you guys recommend?

 

[E.T.]

Which type of oil filter whench do you guys recommend?

I've used a strap wrench like this Strap Wrench clicky on all my bikes since acquiring one. Not this exact one but like it.

I haven't used it on the new FJR, but I would think it would work. I'll know in 500 more miles..

 

[cota95]

I got mine from the dealership-around 8 bucks-fit like a glove.

 

[scubatech]

Which type of oil filter whench do you guys recommend?

O'reilly, (Checker), has a big set of pliers just for oil filters. They work on my Deisel as well as the bike. They don't slip or crush a tight filter which is nice.

 

[Bounce]

Which type of oil filter whench do you guys recommend?

I've used a strap wrench like this Strap Wrench clicky on all my bikes since acquiring one. Not this exact one but like it.

I haven't used it on the new FJR, but I would think it would work. I'll know in 500 more miles..

+1

been using mine since 2003 and it still works.

 

[C&C]

Strap

 

[huron52]

Normally I use two hands and it comes off nicely. Only once since I have owned the bike have I had to use a wrench.

Never had a leak either!

 

[wfooshee]

If you have to use a wrench to remove it, you put it on too tightly last change. A little oil on the gasket, spin it on. When it won't spin any more, a quarter, maybe half turn more.

That said, the factory filter probably is too tight, and will be hard to remove. I dunno, I've never had a new motorcycle.

 

[lnewlf]

Large slip joint pliers-[Channelock].. Tighten by hand.

 

[RadioHowie]

If it doesn't come off by hand, I typically use these:

 

[nik.hisham]

I just did my first oil change ever :yahoo: Never considered myself a hands-on guy. I normally just ride her and fill the tank.

But anyway, I used the wrench that has a short bicycle chain on it. Cost me about US$3.50. Works just fine.

 

[mcatrophy]

If it doesn't come off by hand, I typically use these:

Once again, I am forced to agree with RH. If it won't come off by hand, just knock a screwdriver through it, and turn (I use an old oven roasting tray underneath to contain the mess).

I've not done it on an FJR, but during my earlier (and even poorer) days, I always serviced my cars, and always used the hammer and screwdriver when I couldn't undo the filter by hand - it's not as if you're going to re-use it. And it NEVER needs to be more than hand tight when installing.

 

[Constant Mesh]

I use a black plastic oil filter end cap wrench from WalMart. For the occasional filter which is hard to remove I modified the end cap wrench by drilling a small hole in the side to receive a small self-tapping screw. Insert the screw through the wrench and into the side of the filter. The screw grabs the filter so it won't slip as I turn the wrench. Minimal leakage around the self-tapping screw.

 

[cougar8000]

If you have to use a wrench to remove it, you put it on too tightly last change. A little oil on the gasket, spin it on. When it won't spin any more, a quarter, maybe half turn more.

That is not really correct statement. I use exactly the same technique as you describe and at times need help removing it.

What I have been using on ALL my vehicles for the last 18 yrs is this tool. https://www.amsoil.com/storefront/filterwrenches.aspx

I have found it to work in all cases no matter how little room there is.

 

[charismaticmegafauna]

What I have been using on ALL my vehicles for the last 18 yrs is this tool. I have found it to work in all cases no matter how little room there is.

I concur -- I've found that ^^^^ to be an excellent tool for removing oil filters.

(I got mine, years ago, at a local auto parts store)

 

[cougar8000]

What I have been using on ALL my vehicles for the last 18 yrs is this tool. I have found it to work in all cases no matter how little room there is.

I concur -- I've found that ^^^^ to be an excellent tool for removing oil filters.

(I got mine, years ago, at a local auto parts store)

That is where I got mine 18 yrs ago. For some reason I haven't seen it lately at the local stores.

 

[huron52]

If you have to use a wrench to remove it, you put it on too tightly last change. A little oil on the gasket, spin it on. When it won't spin any more, a quarter, maybe half turn more.

That said, the factory filter probably is too tight, and will be hard to remove. I dunno, I've never had a new motorcycle.

I have to agree...

 

[RadioHowie]

Once again, I am forced to agree with RH.

It hurts to admit it, doesn't it.

 

[SockMonkey]

17mm socket (Thank you, K&N...) One socket to rule them all: oil pan drain plug, oil filter, final drive fill plug and final drive drain plug.