Oil Drain Pans Prevent Spills And Protect The Environment

Inadvertently dumping several quarts of used motor oil on your garage floor is not the end of the world, but it is frustrating and largely preventable if you use of a purpose-built drain pan. An inexpensive galvanized steel utility pan will most certainly capture the contents of your motorcycle’s crankcase, but attempting to funnel all that liquid into an empty gallon milk jug or, even more challenging, a 1-quart bottle is asking for trouble.

If you service more than one type of motorcycle, you probably want a 15-quart pan with a large opening and mesh catch-all basket. Some of the biggest pans boast sturdy handles and even swiveling castors, making dragging large quantities of fluid around your garage or workshop easier. A screw-on cap will help keep the slippery stuff in the pan until that time when you can deliver it to a certified collection center.