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How Much Oil Does A Yamaha Roadstar Take?

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A Yamaha Road Star takes 5 quarts of oil with filter

What kind of oil does a Yamaha Road Star take?

Yamaha Road Stars use SAE 10W-40 motorcycle oil

Go for a top-tier 10W-40 motorcycle-specific oil like AMSOIL 10W-40 or Mobil 1 V-Twin 10W-40. Skip the "energy conserving" automotive oils—they’ve got friction modifiers that can make your clutch slip. Stick with JASO MA/MA2 or API SN-rated oils for the best protection. Change it every 3,000–4,000 miles, or whenever your owner’s manual says to.

What kind of oil does a 2006 Yamaha Road Star take?

A 2006 Yamaha Road Star uses synthetic 20W-50 engine oil

Yamaha’s 2006 service manual calls for Yamalube 20W-50 synthetic in the 1600/1700cc V-twin. Don’t worry if you can’t get Yamalube—Castrol GTX 20W-50 or Pennzoil Platinum 20W-50 work just as well. Always swap out the oil filter (part # 5GH-13440-00) with every oil change to keep oil pressure and filtration spot-on.

How much oil does a Yamaha r6 take?

A Yamaha R6 requires 3.5 to 3.75 quarts of oil

For the 2006–2007 YZF-R6, Yamaha says 3.5 quarts with a fresh filter. Use nothing but full synthetic 10W-40 motorcycle oil like Shell Advance Ultra 10W-40. Even 4 oz too much can wreck your oil pump and clutch. Torque the drain plug to 30 Nm (22 ft-lb) so you don’t strip the aluminum oil pan.

How much oil does a 07 r6 take?

A 2007 Yamaha R6 holds 2.6 liters (2.75 quarts) with filter

When you’re doing an oil change, you’ll drain and refill about 2.75 quarts. Only JASO MA2-rated 10W-40 oil will do—it keeps your clutch and transmission happy. Swap the oil filter (part # 5GH-13440-01-00) every 4,000 miles or once a year. Warm the engine for 2–3 minutes before draining so you get every last drop out.

How do you change the oil on a 2006 Yamaha Road Star 1700?

To change the oil on a 2006 Road Star 1700, warm the engine, drain the oil, replace the filter, and refill with 5 quarts of 10W-40

Park on flat ground and prop the bike up on its kickstand. Take out the 17 mm drain plug and let the oil drip for 10–15 minutes. Put in a new oil filter (part # 5GH-13440-00) and torque the drain plug to 30 Nm (22 ft-lb). Pour in 5 quarts of 10W-40, fire up the engine, and check for leaks. Toss the old oil at a certified recycling spot.

How do you check the oil on a Yamaha Road Star?

Check Yamaha Road Star oil by removing the dipstick, wiping it clean, reinserting it fully, and reading the oil level between the “Full” and “Add” marks

Get the bike on level ground and let the engine cool for 2–3 minutes. Pull the dipstick from the right side of the engine, wipe it down with a clean rag, then put it back in all the way and pull it out again to read the level. The oil should sit between the upper and lower marks. If it’s low, add oil in small amounts and check again.

How much oil does a 2009 Yamaha R6 take?

A 2009 Yamaha R6 requires 3.59 quarts during initial fill; 3.5 quarts with filter

For the first fill after uncrating, you’ll need 3.59 quarts. For regular oil changes, 3.5 quarts with a new filter (part # 5GH-13440-01-00) is plenty. Full synthetic 10W-40 oil like Valvoline 4T 10W-40 is the way to go. Warm the engine before draining so you get every drop out.

How much oil does a 05 R6 take?

A 2005 Yamaha R6 holds 2.54 quarts without a filter and 2.75 quarts with a new filter

Stick with JASO MA2-rated 10W-40 oil. The oil filter (part # 5GH-13440-01-00) adds about 0.21 quarts. Always swap the filter during oil changes to keep oil pressure and filtration strong. Torque the drain plug to 30 Nm (22 ft-lb) so you don’t wreck the oil pan.

How much oil does a 2008 Yamaha R6 take?

A 2008 Yamaha R6 requires 3 quarts with filter

Yamaha’s spec is 3.0 quarts with a fresh oil filter. Full synthetic 10W-40 motorcycle oil like Motul 7100 10W-40 is the best choice. Swap the oil filter (part # 5GH-13440-01) every 4,000 miles. Warm the engine before draining so you don’t leave any oil behind.

What oil does a 2007 R6 take?

A 2007 Yamaha R6 requires full synthetic 10W-40 motorcycle oil

AMSOIL Signature Series 10W-40 or Mobil 1 V-Twin 10W-40 are perfect for the 2007 YZF-R6. These oils hold up under heat and protect that high-revving inline-four. Only JASO MA2-rated oils will prevent clutch slip. Change oil every 3,000–4,000 miles for the longest engine life.

How do you check the oil on a 2007 Yamaha R6?

To check oil on a 2007 R6, park on level ground, remove the filler cap/dipstick, wipe it clean, reinsert fully, then read the oil level between the “F” and “L” marks

Run the engine for 2–3 minutes, then park on a flat surface and keep the bike upright. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick from the right side. Wipe the dipstick clean, put it back in all the way, then pull it out again to read the level. If it’s below the “L” mark, top it off in small amounts and check again. Never overfill.

How much oil does a 1999 R6 take?

A 1999 Yamaha R6 requires 3 quarts with a new oil filter

Full synthetic 10W-40 motorcycle oil like RevZilla 10W-40 is the ticket. Skip the "energy conserving" automotive oils—they’ll make your clutch slip. The oil filter (part # 5GH-13440-00) adds about 0.2 quarts. Torque the drain plug to 30 Nm (22 ft-lb) and warm the engine before draining for the cleanest oil change possible.

How do you change the oil on a 2002 Yamaha Roadstar 1600?

To change oil on a 2002 Road Star 1600, warm the engine, drain the oil, replace the filter, and refill with 5 quarts of 10W-40

Get the bike on level ground and keep it upright. Remove the 17 mm drain plug and let the oil drain for 15 minutes. Swap in a new oil filter (part # 5GH-13440-00) and torque the drain plug to 30 Nm (22 ft-lb). Refill with 5 quarts of 10W-40, start the engine to circulate the oil, then check for leaks. Toss the old oil the right way.

How do you change spark plugs on a Yamaha Roadstar?

To change spark plugs on a Yamaha Road Star, remove the spark plug wires, unscrew the old plugs, and install new NGK DCPR8E or DCPR9E plugs with 13 mm socket

Find the spark plugs on the cylinder heads. Pull off the plug wires, then use a 13 mm spark plug socket to remove the old plugs. Put in new NGK DCPR8E (1600cc) or DCPR9E (1700cc) plugs finger-tight, then torque to 15–18 Nm (11–13 ft-lb). Reconnect the wires and fire up the engine to make sure it runs smooth.

How much oil does a Yamaha Road Star 1700 take?

A Yamaha Road Star 1700 requires 5 quarts of oil with a new filter

SAE 10W-40 motorcycle oil like Yamalube 10W-40 or Mobil 1 V-Twin 10W-40 is ideal. Swap the oil filter (part # 5GH-13440-00) with every oil change. Always warm the engine before draining and torque the drain plug to 30 Nm (22 ft-lb) to keep things safe.

Edited and fact-checked by the FixAnswer editorial team.
David Evans

David is an automotive enthusiast and writer covering cars, motorcycles, and all types of vehicles with practical maintenance tips.