I went through and read the oil change directions which are found here http://gstwin.com/oil_change.htm
A few questions I have since I've never changed the oil filter on my bike.
1. In one of the directions it says "Suzuki suggest to replace the o-ring at every oil change."
Is this necessary to replace everytime? Does this o-ring come with the stock oil filter? If not, how do I ask for the right one when I'm at the dealers buying the oil filter?
2. "You should also replace the crusher washer on the drain plug. I dind't have one, so I left in the old one. Besides it's really hard to take it off."
Same question, should it be replaced everytime I do an oil change? if so what do they usually call them, so I can get the right one at the dealers?
Thanks in advance.
I never replaced my o-ring seal as I asked the dealer for one and they said they had to order it. I thought, bugger waiting for that.
I just reused the o-ring. Ensure it is clean of debris, then dip your finger in the new oil and smear a thin coating across the entire rubber. This helps to form a better seal and helps prevent leaks.
I never replaced the cruch washer either.
I had no leaks.
If you want to get the Oring or crush washer, ask for a "Oil Filter O-ring and Oil Filter Drain Plug crush washer for a GS500 year _ _ _ _ "
I'd buy a couple if you can to save you having to ask for them again in the future. Get a couple of oil filters while your there too.
And remember, don't over tighten the filter bolts!!! They snap real easy. Hand tight then a quarter turn with a socket rench. Fill with oil, run the bike, if it leaks turn a quarter more, re-check, repeat till leak stops.
Most aftermarket filters come with the o-ring, but not the stock filter.
Thanks again for the replies. Gonna go and buy a few at the dealers tomorrow. :cheers: