Buell 2002 P3 - 1.5 ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM

1-10 2002 Buell P3: Maintenance
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ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM 1.5
GENERAL
Check engine oil level (hot check):
●
At every stop for fuel.
Inspect oil lines and filter for leaks:
●
At 1,000 mi (1,600 km) initial service and every
2,500 mi (4,000 km) service interval.
Change engine oil and filter (and drain crankcase breather
hose) under nor
mal service in warm or moderate tempera-
tures:
●
At 1,000 mi (1,600 km) initial service and every
5,000 mi (8,000 km) service interval thereafter.
Change engine oil and filter (and drain crankcase breather
hose) under se
vere service in warm or moderate tempera-
tures (severe dust, temperatures above 80
o
F/27
o
C, extensive
idling or speeds in excess of 65 mph/105 km/h, extensive
two-up riding):
●
At 1,000 mi (1,600 km) initial service and every
2,500 mi (4,000 km) service interval thereafter.
NOTE
Shorten oil change interval in cold weather.
CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL
An accurate engine oil level reading can only be obtained
with the engine is at normal operating temperature (Hot
Check). The engine will require a longer warm up period in
colder weather.
For pre-ride inspection, simply verify that there are no oil
leaks from the oil filter and oil lines prior to operating the
motorcycle.
●
Perform a hot check of the engine oil level at each fuel
stop.
Hot Check
CAUTION
Do not allow hot oil level to fall below lower mark on dip-
stick. To do so may result in equipment damage and/or
equipment malfunction.
CAUTION
Do not overfill oil tank. Doing so may result in oil carry-
over to the air cleaner, equipment damage and/or equip-
ment malfunction.
CAUTION
Do not switch engine oil brands indiscriminately. Some
oils interact chemically when mixed. Use of inferior oils
or non-detergent oils can damage the engine.
The motorcycle should be ridden for approximately 10 min-
utes to ensure oil is hot and engine is at normal operating
temperature.
1. The motorcycle must be in upright position and level (not
on sidestand) with the engine OFF.
2. See Figure 1-2. Unscrew dipstick from frame filler hole.
3. Wipe off dipstick and insert into frame filler hole, screw-
ing dipstick completely into filler neck.
4. See Figure 1-2. Remove dipstick and note oil level.
5. Hot oil level should be between the upper and lower “fill”
marks on dipstick. If oil level is down to or below lower
“fill” mark on dipstick, add only enough oil to bring level
between lower and upper “fill” marks.
Figure 1-2. Dipstick Location/Engine Oil Level
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Dipstick
Filler hole
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Correct Hot Oil Level
(Between Arrows)
Table 1-3. Recommended Engine Oils
Harley-Davidson
Type
Viscosity
Harley-Davidson
Rating
Lowest Ambient
Temperature
Cold Weather Starts Below 50˚F (10˚C)
HD Multi-grade SAE 10W40 HD 360 Below 40˚F (4˚C) Excellent
HD Multi-grade SAE 20W50 HD 360 Above 40˚F (4˚C) Good
HD Regular Heavy SAE 50 HD 360 Above 60˚F (16˚C) Poor
HD Extra Heavy SAE 60 HD 360 Above 80˚F (27˚C) Poor