16 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE 68
16.1 Checking the gear oil level
Info
The gear oil level must be checked while the engine is cold.
Preparatory work
– Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
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Main work
– Remove the screw 1 from the opening used to check the gear oil level.
– Check the gear oil level.
A small quantity of gear oil should flow out of the opening.
» If gear oil does not flow out:
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Add gear oil. x ( p. 69)
– Mount and tighten the screw in the opening used to check the gear oil level.
Guideline
Screw, gear oil level check M6 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft)
16.2 Changing the gear oil x
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Drain the gear oil. x ( p. 68)
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Fill up with gear oil. x ( p. 69)
16.3 Draining the gear oil x
Warning
Danger of scalding Engine oil and gear oil get very hot when the motorcycle is ridden.
– Wear appropriate protective clothing and safety gloves. In case of burns, rinse immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Info
Only drain the gear oil while the engine is warm.
Preparatory work
– Stand the motorcycle on its side stand on a horizontal surface.
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