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Lubrication
Checking the engine’s oil level.
Check the oil level in the engine when the Rider stands
horizontal with the engine switched off.
Open the engine cover.
Loosen the dipstick, pull it up and wipe it off.
Now insert the dipstick again, without tightening it.
Pull the dipstick out again and read the oil level.
The oil level should be between the markings on the dipstick.
If the level is approaching the ADD mark, top up the oil to the
FULL mark on the dipstick.
The oil is topped up through the hole the dipstick sits in. Fill
the oil slowly.
Tighten the dipstick correctly before starting the engine. Start
and run the engine at idling speed for approx. 30 seconds.
Turn off the engine. Wait 30 seconds and check the oil level.
If necessary fill so that the oil comes up to the FULL mark on
the dipstick.
The following oil classes are recommended:
• API Service Class: SF, SG, SH and SJ
Choose an oil with viscosity according to the temperature
ranges in the figure:
Do not mix different types of oil.
Caution when using oils such as 5W-20, 10W-30 and 10W-40
the engine’s oil consumption increases. If these oils must be
used, check the oil level frequently.
Replacing the engine oil
The engine oil should be changed the first time after 8 hours
running time. It should then be changed after every 100 hours
of running time.
When operating with a heavy load or at high ambient
temperatures, replace every 50 hours.
1 Place a container underneath the engine’s left oil drain
plug.
2 Remove the dipstick. Remove the drain plug from the
engine’s left side.
3 Let the oil run out into the container.
4 Fit the drain plug and tighten it.
5 If necessary fill so that the oil comes up to the FULL mark
on the dipstick. The oil is topped up through the hole the
dipstick sits in. See Checking the engine’s oil level for
filling instructions. The engine holds 1.5 litres (1.6 USqt)
when the oil filter is not replaced and 1.7 litres (1.8 USqt)
of oil when the oil filter is replaced.
6 Run the engine warm, then check that there is no leakage
from the oil plug.
Changing the oil filter
The oil filter must be replaced after every 200 hours running
time. Turn the old oil filter anti-clockwise to remove. If
necessary, use a filter remover.
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WARNING! Engine oil can be very hot if it is
drained directly after stopping the engine.
Allow the engine to cool somewhat first.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Used engine oil is a health hazard and must not be
disposed of on the ground or in nature; it should always be
disposed of at a workshop or appropriate disposal location.
Avoid skin contact; wash with soap and water in case of
spills.