Scottoiler v7

I bought a Scottoiler for around $100 on Ebay, I decided to mount it under the left hand side cover. The position they recommended was under the rear LH side subframe, it was hard to get to though and you had to remove the rear end to fit it. On the ABS model this meant moving the fuse box as well as one of the relays to make it fit. So far so good... I had it wound up a bit too high to start with, but I like the fact it keeps the chain squeaky clean. Just don't idle on the spot for a while or you'll end up with a puddle of oil

A mate at work just got 87000k's out of his chain and sprocket on his SV1000. He had a Scottoiler fitted from brand new in 06

Is this the vac one or the electric?

v7 is vaccuum mate. No electronics to ruin your day

You can use a silicone to glue the hose to the inside of the swingarm allowing you to remove the 2 cable ties once it dries if you wish .

reddog wrote:v7 is vaccuum mate. No electronics to ruin your day

Cheers. Does the seller you got it off ebay have anymore???

Will have to find out who I bought it off.once I sort that out I will post it up.

reddog wrote:Will have to find out who I bought it off.once I sort that out I will post it up.

Cheers for that mate.

Why the Bolt through the pillion footpeg Reddog ? Loose the C- clip ? And you forgot to put back the sprocket cover ,

$100 Bargin .

The long bolt off the peg is for the givi side bag hardware mate. I took it all off for the track day and didn't put them back on. See I utilised the pick up bobbin attachment to hold the dispenser end. Works a treat.

I'm sure I got the oiler from BanditRob on EBay... here's a link http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Universal-V-System-Scottoiler-Chain-Lube-System-/190320204572?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts&hash=item2c4ff7db1c

He was good to deal with. I recommend his jack up links too if you want your Bandit to turn in quicker

reddog wrote:The long bolt off the peg is for the givi side bag hardware mate. I took it all off for the track day and didn't put them back on. See I utilised the pick up bobbin attachment to hold the dispenser end. Works a treat.

I'm sure I got the oiler from BanditRob on EBay... here's a link http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Universal-V-System-Scottoiler-Chain-Lube-System-/190320204572?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts&hash=item2c4ff7db1c

He was good to deal with. I recommend his jack up links too if you want your Bandit to turn in quicker

Cheers for that mate.

I ordered my twin headlight from him (still waiting ). How long did it take to get your
oiler sent over ?

I did notice the pick up lug attatchment looks very "pro ".

Postage wasn't super fast, I actually got two parcels. It was if some of the stuff wasn't in stock or something. Still not too bad maybe 2 weeks. Not sure about pro, but I will never need pickup bobbins whilst I have the trusty centre stand attached.

I've never seen one of these in the flesh but is there a reason they're not plumbed into the counter sprocket and save the cable ties etc?

Like the Pro-Oiler, they certainly can be run onto the front sprocket, however the practicalities of doing so make it a much harder fit. The dispenser ideally runs in the trail, ie with the sprocket moving away from it, which for the front means it would need to be on the top run, rather than the bottom. Not impossible, but awkward. Also while the dispenser mounts quite handily to the swingarm, it is difficult (not impossible) to mount it in a suitable spot to run onto the front sprocket. I couldn't find a simple solution. On balance, it is simply easier to put it on the back. Using silastic to glue the oil hose to the bottom of the swingarm ala Gus, or using a couple of small P-clamps gives a more elegant end product than the cable ties. Reddog, is the delivery hose on the scottoiler long enough to re-route it forward of the swingarm pivot to keep it clear of the chain run?

The beauty of the pro-oiler vs the scottoiler is that the pump operates on the basis of distance traveled rather than engine vacuum or time, so if the bike ain't moving, the oil ain't pumpin. Same-same, the oil dispensed is relative to movement so it doesn't run drier if you're in a steady cruise, nor does it over-oil if your giving the engine a flogging.

The scottoiler is still a good bit of kit and has the advantage of simplicity. Any auto-oiler is a better bet than the ad-hoc spray can. I used to be neurotic about pulling the chain off every second weekend, cleaning it with kero and thoroughly re-lubricating with the top-shelf teflon stuff, but even that didn't work nearly as well as the pro-oiler for keeping the chain clean, lubricated and extending the life of both chain and sprockets.

Thanks Al. Answered my question

I have mine mounted vertically beside the main fuse under the seat. Oil pipe drops beside the shock and is epoxied under the swingarm. The chain and sprockets are great after 25,000ks

I have plumbed the oil line away from the chain. I used cable ties to make sure I was happy with it before screwing or gluing anything in place. Will certainly think of connecting it full time soon.

Hey Kewwig do you get much oil spatter on the rim?

Skywardbandit wrote:Hey Kewwig do you get much oil spatter on the rim?

Nothing at all, really. It's very clean and much much better than the non-fling commercial lubes. I occasionally give the chain a clean and spray with Dupont Teflon spray ( http://kewwibike.blogspot.com/2011/01/great-chain-lube.html ) and I have adjusted the chain only once in the last 2 years and there's no visible signs of wear and the chain always looks clean.

I look at the Scottoiler as a saving in the long term and really rate mine. Just fill and forget.

Thanks Kewwick
Thats great I think I will be fitting one of them.

I have used a chain oiler for many years now and love them heaps. Decided to get one when I got my first big bike. I bought a TRX850 Yamaha. Those things could make a chain stretch like chewy. I have had big twins for ever on road, never had an inline four exept for the track. Having the chain oiler on I have never had to adjust my chain. My last bike before the one I have now I put 45000 kms on it with the same chain. Buy a decent chain to start with though. And for having oil on the rim. Wash your bike I say

Ok so Kewwig’s last picture shows the oil delivery to the outside plates of the chain.
What lube’s the inside links or does enough oil work its way through the pins and rollers to do the inside?
I really need to have a firsthand look don’t I but I’m liking the idea more and more.

The oil migrates to all parts of the chain 4wheels. You really only need the single side pipe, although you can get a double sided job if you are worried about it.

reddog wrote:The oil migrates to all parts of the chain 4wheels. You really only need the single side pipe, although you can get a double sided job if you are worried about it.

Thanks RD I will start my search on fleebay

reddog wrote:The oil migrates to all parts of the chain 4wheels. You really only need the single side pipe, although you can get a double sided job if you are worried about it.

single side is fine. As Reddog rightly says, the oil migrates. I use Dupont Teflon lube occasionally, but it's not necessary. The chain is just plain clean. I had a lot more crap on the wheel from "no fling" chain lubes