I changed my oil some days ago: went like a charm!
I put in some 5W40 Auchan brand full synth diesel oil: silent, starts on first crank, neat. Perfect!
I had no wussy bikestand or 2x4s... I did it like the pros: I had a book, sat on the bike and read on till the dripping stopped
P.S. It is a good idea to tilt the bike a bit now and then during the process to help all the old stuff out!