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ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION
INSP
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NOTE:
NOTE:
CAUTION:
ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION
Position the motorcycle straight up when inspect-
ing the oil level.
1. Place the motorcycle on a level surface.
S After idling the engine a few minutes.
The summer season is about 5 minutes and the
winter season is about 15 minutes.
S Turn off the engine and wait a few minutes until
the oil settle.
The motor cycle is vertical.
Then check that the oil level is between the maxi-
mum and minimum marks.
S Place the motorcycle on its centerstand if a cen-
terstand is equipped. If not, place a suitable
stand under the motorcycle.
2. Inspect:
S Oil level
Oil level should be between the maximum
a
and minimum
b marks.
Oil level is below the minimum mark ! Add oil
up to the proper level.
Recommended oil:
Refer to the following chart for
selection of oils which are suited
to the atmospheric temperatures.
Recommended engine oil classifica-
tion:
API STANDARD:
API “SE” or higher grade
S Do not put in any chemical additives or use
oils with a grade of CD
a
higher.
S Be sure not to use oils labeled “ENERGY
CONSERVING II”
b or higher. Engine oil also
lubricates the clutch and additives could
cause clutch slippage.
S Be sure no foreign material enters the crank-
case.
3. Start the engine and let it warm up for several
minutes.
4. Turn off the engine and check the oil level
again.