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ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
NOTE:
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When checking the oil level make sure that
the motorcycle is upright.
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Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand.
WARNING
Never remove the oil tank cap just after
high speed operation. The heated oil could
spurt out causing danger. Wait until the oil
cools down to approximately 70 ˚C (158 ˚F).
2. Idle the engine more than 3 minutes
while keeping the motorcycle upright.
Then stop the engine and inspect the oil
level.
3. Remove:
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Dipstick 1
4. Inspect:
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Oil level
Oil level should be between maximum
a and minimum b marks.
Oil level is low → Add oil to proper
level.
NOTE:
When inspecting the oil level, do not screw the
oil level gauge into the oil tank.
Insert the gauge lightly.
(For USA and CDN)
CAUTION:
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Do not add any chemical additives.
Engine oil also lubricates the clutch and
additives could cause clutch slippage.
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Do not allow foreign material to enter the
crankcase.
Recommended oil:
At –10 ˚C (10 ˚F) or higher Å :
Yamalube 4 (10W30) or SAE
10W30 type SE/SF motor oil
At 5 ˚C (40 ˚F) or higher ı :
Yamalube 4 (20W40) or SAE
20W40 type SE/SF motor oil
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ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION