Ok now when i had Vmax's i used to buy car filters from big auto outlets , they fit perfect but were larger to up oil capacity some. Now i realize from this particular thread that most modern motorcycle brands use the same thread filter etc , so i thought it might be handy if i posted that info from the Vmax site what fits on on a Yammie ( should also fit our R3's right ? )
Whats handy here is they give the make/model of corresponding cars that use the particular filter to fit, so if that car is/was sold in your country a similar filter should be available
Wrecka
Introduction
The oil and spin-on oil filter are the two items which control and minimize engine wear. Microscopic particles in the oil, if not removed, can act as an abrasive to wear down metal surfaces. In modern motorcycle engines, like the Vmax and most others, oil passes directly from the filter to the engine for lubrication, so a good, properly-functioning filter is essential.
OEM Motorcycle Oil Filters
You can't go wrong using the OEM filter for your motorcycle. However, sometimes these may be hard to find, especially on a Sunday or Monday, or in smaller communities, or you may think the OEM part is unnecessarily expensive. Or, you may want a better filter to further minimize engine wear. You deserve choices.
Alternate Motorcycle Oil Filters
Following filters should fit all late model Vmaxes (96 - present). These also fit most late-model Kawasaki sportbikes and Vulcans, most late model VFRs, CBRs, ST1100s, etc that use the Honda 15410-MM9-013 oil filter,
plus most late-model Yamaha sportbikes, and the Royal Star. They also can be used on the mid-80s Magnas, Sabres, Interceptors, and Shadows. See Author's note #6, below for a comment about Suzuki oil filters.
Important: The only meaningful difference between all those shown below are external length. The very shortest filters should fit anywhere. All threads and gasket dimensions are compatible, all have anti-drain back valves, and all have bypass valves that operate in the normal range of 8 to 13 psi range.
Motorcycle-Specific Filters - (About 2.5 to 3 inches long)
- Purolator Motorcycle ML16817 about $6.00
- NAPA Gold 1358, Carquest 85358, WIX 51358 about $7 to $8
- AC Delco PF2135 about $10
- FRAM PH6017A about $7
Automobile Filters - (About 3.5 inches long - fit reference 1994 Mazda MX-3, V-6 Engine)
- Mobil 1 M1-110 about $10
- Bosch 3323 about $5
- Purolator Pure One L14620 about $6
- NAPA Gold 1356, Carquest 85356, WIX 51356 about $6
- Deutsch D-370 about $4
- AC Delco PF-2057 about $6
- Motorcraft Long Life FL-821 about $4
- STP S-02867 about $3
- FRAM, Castrol, Penske 7317 about $3
Automobile Filters - (About 2.5 inches long - fit reference Mazda RX-7 and Miata)
- Bosch 3300 about $5
- NAPA Gold 1365 about $6
- Purolator L14622 about $5
- AC Delco PF1237 about $6
- STP S-02876 about $3
- FRAM PH6607 about $3
- WalMart SuperTech ST6607 about $2
SuperTech filters are made by Champion Laboratories who make Mobil One and Bosch filters and also some automaker brands. While they may not have the advanced filter media of the highest efficiency and highest priced filters, they are considered premium filters and will perform well.
Technical Fitment Specification
20 X 1.5mm threads, gasket diameter approximately 2.3 inches, O.D. approx. 2.75 inches, length approximately 2.5 to 3.5 inches.