Should I change the oil?

Hi, all. I just bought a 2008 Swing with 53 miles on the odometer. The guy I bought it from bought it new in 2009 and had the fluids changed in 2011. The oil probably has about 25 miles on it. Do you recommend I change it?

No

That's what I thought. Thanks.

I replace the oil in all of my vehicles at 3K intervals. Well within the manufacturers' limits. Even my by standard you have 2975 miles left with that oil.

Cheers,

Yes, cheap, filter too? Very few people ride these things enough to wear them out----but I like piece of mind.

My only caveat would be that in most cases, on cages anyhow it is suggested to change at mileage limits OR at least once a year... Not sure this would apply to Silver Wings but food for thought...

I believe Honda says to replace the oil every 8K Miles or once a year, which ever occurs first. I wouldn't let it go 8K miles but I would change it since it's been over 1 year since last change.

Like throwing money into the wind!

Like RichG.every 8k miles 12800 kl . I use synthetic and change at 10k kl +.The oil looks clean but I ride 95% HWY.Use the wick long filter for better filtration.

tinman wrote:

Use the wick long filter for better filtration.

You should proofread your posts so they make sense.
How about substituting WIX for wick.
WIX makes a lot of long filters. How about a part number?

Should change the air in the tires, its probably getting stale by now.

WIX 51356 xtra long.

tinman wrote:

WIX 51356 xtra long.

Thank you

hotwings wrote:

Should change the air in the tires, its probably getting stale by now.

Yes, but be sure to catch the used air in a plastic bag to avoid inhaling any, then dispose of it at your local recycling centre.

I'm not sure if it needs it but I would do it for my peace of mind. It is only 2.25 quarts and a new filter. And when you do decide to change the oil I would also change the Final Drive oil too. If you look at my pictorial you will see that you don't have to remove any tupperware/covers at all to do this.

Again, I would change the oil for peace of mind.

If you decide to change the oil can you ship me the used oil and filter so i can use it on my next oil change? I think im gonna change it this year, if not next year for sure. Maybe i'll just check it this year!