A draining the oil, as the exhaust pipes, the engine, and the oil itself can cause severe burns.

1Consistent routine oil and filter changes are the single most important maintenance procedure you can perform on a motorcycle. The oil not only lubricates the internal parts of the engine, transmission and clutch, but it also acts as a coolant, a cleaner, asealant, and a protector. Because of these demands, the oil takes a terrific amount of abuse and should be changed often with new oil of the recommended grade and type. Saving a little money on the difference in cost between a good oil and a cheap oil won't pay off if the engine is damaged.

2 Before changing the oil, warm up the engine so the oil will drain easily.

3 Put the motorcycle on its sidestand to ensure complete draining of the sump and position a clean drain tray of approximately 5 litres capacity below the engine. Unscrew the oil filler cap from the clutch cover to vent the crankcase and to act as a reminder that there is no oil in the engine (see illustration).

4Next, unscrew the oil drain plug from the sump on the bottom of the engine and allow the oil to flow into the drain tray (see illustration). Checkthe conditionof the sealing washer on the drain plug and obtain a new one if it is damaged or worn.

To help determine whether any abnormal or excessive engine wear is occurring, place a strainer between the engine and the drain tray so that any debris in the oil is filtered out and can be examined.

5 When the oil has completely drained, fit the plug to the sump, using a new sealing washer if necessary, and tighten it to the specified torque. Avoid overtightening, as damage to the sump will result.

6 Now place the drain tray below the oil filter. Unscrew the oil filter using a filter adapter or a strap wrench and empty the filter into the drain tray (see illustrations).Allow any residual oil to drain from the engine.

7 Smear clean engine oil onto the rubber seal on the new filter, then carefully position the filter on its threads and screw it onto the engine (see illustration).Tighten the filter securely using a filter adapter or a strap

wrench (see illustration).To tighten the filter to the specified torque, it is necessary to remove the exhaust system to gain access with a torque wrench.

8 Refill the engine to the proper level using the recommended type and amount of oil (see Specifications^. With the motorcycle upright on level ground, the oil level should lie between the upper and lower level lines on the dipstick (see Daily (pre-ride) checks). Install the filler cap. Start the engine and let it run for two or three minutes (make sure that the oil pressure light extinguishes after a few seconds). Shut it off, wait a few minutes, then check the oil level. If necessary, add more oil to bring the level up to a mid-point between the upper and lower level lines on the dipstick. Check around the drain plug and the oil filter for leaks.

Saving a little money on the difference between good and cheap oils won't pay off if the engine is damaged as a result.

9 The old oil drained from the engine and the filter cannot be re-used and should be disposed of properly. Check with your local refuse disposal company, disposal facility or

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Date: 2016-01-14; view: 556