Thoughts on oil change - Take it in or Do it yourself?

[GroundHawg]

GroundHawg, have you tried this?...I am drinking healthier now, used this modified reuseable OceanSpray Cranberry Juice plastic jug. Not a drop of oil mess...

http://www.hdtimeline.com/members_tips_for_easy_maintenance/18430-oil_filter_oil_catch.html

I think my problem was I used a smaller bottle... The one I used was the 16oz size - looks like I need at least a liter bottle... I don't usually buy anything in that size - looks like I'll have to go shopping

 

[Jrstar]

I just recently bought a new 2010 Iron 883. I am a couple hundred miles shy of 1000 miles. So it is almost time for my first oil change. The dealership stressed that I should take it in for the first oil change. I am fully capable of changing the oil myself and would like to save some money. Do you think there is a special benefit to getting the oil changed at the dealership?

Just do it your self. Period. Keep receipts for the oil, filter and such.