Too much oil

[Hottech]

I changed my oil for the first time on my 2004 R1150R and had no problem except that after adding about a half of cup of oil into the filter prior to screwing it on I then added four quarts through the oil filler hole. I realized now I have 4 Quarts and 1/2 cup over due to my oil filter prefill. The site glass is full and I am afraid I maybe causing too much pressure or damage to the engine. I have been riding but try not to put any added stress in RPM's. Riding like an old lady, should I try to drain some out or will it just burn itself down. I have 11,000 miles and does not seem to burn or loose any oil. Any suggestions would be well appreciated. :dunno

[Mr. Frank]

The easiest way to drain a little oil is to put the bike on the centerstand, remove the oil filter, and dump it. Replace the filter and you should be OK. You can repeat the process as necessary. Trying to let a little oil out the drain plug can end badly.

[bikerfish1100]

just drain a little off, or drain it all and then refill to correct level. it's not much work, and your bike will be happier for it. correct level on the c-stand should be somewhere between the center dot and the the upper edge of the red circle.

[jamesdunn]

I have tried to remove some oil through the loosening of the drain plug. Tricky! But I have been successful. I agree, remove the filter and get rid of the extra oil that way. There are however, some pumps on the market one can purchase that remove oil via the add opening. I am thinking of purchasing one, it is sold as a way to change oil, but I read a lukewarm review on this use. Anyone here with personal experience on these removal pumps?

[bikerfish1100]

i was going to suggest using a pump, but given the location of the oil filler and all the valve/engine hardware inbetween the cylinder and the oil pan- dropping the filter or plug would be cheaper, faster and easier (tho likely require a touch more clean up afterwards).

[DarkCloud]

Just have some friends come over, remove the oil filler cap. Then have them pick up the bike and rotate it until oil starts running out. Drain off about half a quart, and save it for future use. Then set the bike back down and replace the oil cap.

Welcome, JON

[bikerfish1100]

Just have some friends come over, remove the oil filler cap. Then have them pick up the bike and rotate it until oil starts running out. Drain off about half a quart, and save it for future use. Then set the bike back down and replace the oil cap.

Welcome, JON

DUDE! that rocks!! why did I not think of that? simple, yet elegantly ingenious. and it could easily involve the consumption of beer with friends:drink , making it the perfect solution!!

[drummer]

Just have some friends come over, remove the oil filler cap. Then have them pick up the bike and rotate it until oil starts running out. Drain off about half a quart, and save it for future use. Then set the bike back down and replace the oil cap.

Welcome, JON

Wow, I don't know if we have an Einstein or a Tom Sawyer among us. :dunno

Great idea!!!

[r11rs94]

I used an old turkey baster with a small piece of clear hose on the end. while the bike is on the side stand.

[DrPaul]

I am thinking of purchasing one, it is sold as a way to change oil, but I read a lukewarm review on this use. Anyone here with personal experience on these removal pumps?These are designed to go through the dipstick tube straight down into the crankcase. Won't work on our oilheads.

[jamesdunn]

These are designed to go through the dipstick tube straight down into the crankcase. Won't work on our oilheads.
Thanks. That makes sense. I read the review I think, in "Cycle World". If I obtain another brand of bike in the future perhaps I'll entertain a purchase.

[Texpaul]

Run the bike till it's warmed up then park it on the side stand. Put an oil pan under the left side valve cover and losen the VC bolts. A small amount of oil always collects in the valve cover. You may have to do this several times but it's easier, any less messy, than the oil filter or drain plug method.

[DrPaul]

Many solutions have been offered for this common problem. But, I ask you, what could possibly be simpler than removing the oil pan drain plug (motor cold) and letting a little oil out until the level is where you want then retorquing it? Worried about "recrushing" the crush washer? Forgetaboutit! Unless you haven't replaced it in about the last 5 oil changes will be just fine. I've done this more times than I can count and have never thought it difficult or messy. Why complicate a very simple process?

[Donster]

Not exactly on topic, but a related question: How much oil does it take to raise the level from the bottom of the red circle to to top of it on an R1150R?

[BubbaZanetti]

Not exactly on topic, but a related question: How much oil does it take to raise the level from the bottom of the red circle to to top of it on an R1150R?

1/2 qt, IIRC

[Easy]

Just have some friends come over, remove the oil filler cap. Then have them pick up the bike and rotate it until oil starts running out. Drain off about half a quart, and save it for future use. Then set the bike back down and replace the oil cap.

Welcome, JON

Make sure you get a video of this. I think this procedure was developed in College Station, Texas.

This is the same procedure they use to screw the oil cap down.

Easy :german

[Bfish]

I have tried to remove some oil through the loosening of the drain plug. Tricky! But I have been successful. I agree, remove the filter and get rid of the extra oil that way. There are however, some pumps on the market one can purchase that remove oil via the add opening. I am thinking of purchasing one, it is sold as a way to change oil, but I read a lukewarm review on this use. Anyone here with personal experience on these removal pumps?


+1 on the oil filter removal.

[RSssssss]

Don't know if the 1150s have it but my 1100 has a plug in the aft end of the left hand side of the air box. Be sure and check this if you have ridden the bike with high oil level. Some of the oil will be deposited there. Place a suitable container under it and open it up to drain any blow-by oil.