18 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE 66
18.1 Checking the engine oil level
Info
The engine oil level can be checked on a cold or hot engine.
Preparatory work
– Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
– Remove the engine cowl. ( p. 38)
– Remove the front fairing. ( p. 38)
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Condition
The engine is cold.
– Check the engine oil level.
The engine oil reaches the middle of viewer
A
.
» If the engine oil does not reach the middle of the viewer:
– Add engine oil. ( p. 68)
Condition
The engine is at operating temperature.
– Check the engine oil level.
Info
After switching off the engine, wait one minute before checking the
level.
The engine oil level is between the middle of viewer
A
and the top edge of
viewer
B
.
»
If the engine oil does not reach the middle of viewer
A
:
– Add engine oil. ( p. 68)
Finishing work
– Install the front fairing. ( p. 39)
– Install the engine cowl. ( p. 38)
18.2 Changing the engine oil and oil filter, cleaning the oil screen 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
Drain the engine oil only when the engine is warm.
Preparatory work
– Raise the rear of the motorcycle with lifting gear. ( p. 35)
– Remove the engine cowl. ( p. 38)
– Remove the front fairing. ( p. 38)
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Main work
– Place a suitable container under the engine.
–
Remove the oil drain plug
1
with the magnet and seal ring.
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