What kind of oil filter do you use ?

just was wondering what filters you guys use... the Honda dealership is a total rip off out here.... I usually just go to my local auto. parts store and get one think it's called a Wix.... notice they had some K&N fiters for motorcycles filters for like $15.OK then..thanks

 

Purolator PL14612 or Purolator PL14610 ($6.50 at Pep Boys) I think the 12 is slightly larger than the 10 but I could have that backwards, both fit the VFR800 no problem. For future reference: Motorcycle Oil Filter Cross Reference

 

I have used nothing but OEM since I bought mine. Not that I am championing that cause but it was just a simpler thing to do for me. Is there really that much of a difference in cost from a dealer OEM to an after market filter considering that most people, other than those who ride to commute, will only change their oil a couple times a year. I haven't done the math but what would the savings work out to. Maybe less than a nickle a day?

I know Stuke rides his as much as I used to so there may be a worthwhile saving there. As far as the K&N, I know nothing about their oil filters, and do have a K&N air filter. I use it only because I bought it and have the chemicals to maintain the element. But if I were to do this over again, I would be staying with a paper air filter as well. That way, I can ride the moment I install the new filter rather that waiting for it to dry before adding filter oil and re-installing.

I was wondering though Stuke, with you re-using that filter over and over, what shape is that O ring getting to be in?

 

Shouldn't we figure out the best oil to use before we worry about the filter?
I use the K&N because I don't want a mess when I screw it.
TWSS

 

We already determined that, where were you? Why don't you start another thread, maybe there's new information available that wasn't around during the last thread.otstir:

 

-------->These prices are way off from current pricing<--------

These Oil Filters have 20 x 1.5mm threads, 14 psi by-pass valve, anti-drain back valve, 2.3" O.D. gasket 2.5" to 3.5" long.
If you have the room, I recommend the longer filters.

Motorcycle Filters.
AC Delco PF2135
AMSOil SMF103
Carquest 85358
FRAM PH6017A
Honda 15410-MCJ-000
K&N KN-204, about $13. Metric nut on end for easy removal.
NAPA Gold 1358
Purolator ML16817. Imported, not made by Purolator.
STP SMO 17
WIX 51358
WIX PS1358

Recommended filters. All have superior filtering.
About 2.5 inches long.
Purolator Pure One PL14612, about $6.
Mobil M1-108, about $12. Made by Champion.
Bosch 3300, about $6. Made by Champion.

About 3.25 inches long.
Purolator Pure One PL14610, about $6.
Mobil 1 M1-110, about $10. Made by Champion.
Bosch 3323, about $6. Made By Champion.
WalMart SuperTech ST7317,about $2. Made by Champion.

Automobile Filters,about 2.5 inches long.
AC Delco PF1237
Baldwin B1400
Firestone TF2876
Hastings LF113
NAPA Gold 1365
Purolator L14612
STP S-02876
WalMart SuperTech ST6607
WIX 51365

Automobile Filters, about 3.25 inches long.
AC Delco PF-2057
Auto Pro 2356
Autopride CF240AP
Baldwin B1402
Carquest 85356
Carquest Red B4620
Casite CF240
Castrol 7317
Champion Labs Ph2867
Defense Filters Dl7317
Deutsch D-370
Federated Filters LF240F
Fram PH6607

Automobile Filters, about 3.25 inches long.
Fram Double Guard DG7317
Fram PH7317
Fram Tough Guard TG7317
Fram Xtra Guard XG7317
Group 7 V4610
Group 7 V4620
Hastings LF240
Mighty M4612
Motorcraft Long Life FL-821
Napa FIL1356
Napa Gold 1356
Parts Plus PH2867
Pennzoil PZ-109
Penske 7317
Powerflo SL14610
Powerflo SL14620
Pro Gauge PGO-4620
Pro Tec 164
Promotive PH4610
Pronto PO3593A
Purolator L14610
Service Champ OF-4622
Shell SH48
Shell SH529
Stp S-02867.
Valvoline VO50
Warner PH2867
Wix 51356
Wix PS1358 (specific for ATV's)

 

Holy shit Mrsleep......thanks for all that info....now go take a nap brooooooooo

 

So what is the longest filter that will fit on a 6th gen vfr and still be easy to change?

 

I would think the longer the better.....thats what she said

 

I think you need to stick with the 2.5" long filter. You might be able to jam a longer one in but if you prefill your filters with oil (and you should) then you will make a big mess.

 

Make sure it's oiled before you put it in.

 

There's really not that much room to work with on the 6th gen, especially if you don't have the special oil filter wrench like me. Even after taking off the whole left fairing I had a bit of trouble with the Honda filter. I replaced it with a Purolator PL14612 (the shorter one, 2.5 inches), which is slightly longer than the Honda filter, getting it on was a bitch but still doable. I wouldn't go any larger than a 2.5 inch filter.

 

Thanks! ...

 

I was just doing some checking:
The Purolator PL14610 is a full 3.5" long.
PL14612 is the same filter, only shorter at 2.9".

Wix 51365 is 2.6".
Wix 51358 is 2.8".
Wix 51356 is 3.4".

I was just laying on the floor looking under my bike. The Honda filter is 2.1" installed. Not a lot of room left.

Can you even fit a PL14610 on a 6th gen?

I'm gonna get a 1358 and try it.

 

I have the PL14610 on both of my VFRs ('01 & '09), I didn't have a problem getting them installed or after they were installed. YMMV

 

K, thanks!...

 

Der Stuka may have an older version of the Scott's filter. The one on the mach 1 91 has metal seal. On the bike for about ten years now. Paid about $115.00 for it. All that is needed is a slosh in solvent or dishwashing detergent to clean it and it's good to go.

Scott's is a good outfit and if asked, a tenner says they would give anyone the exact size or P/N for a National or other O ring of which there are many types.