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ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION
CAUTION:
Do not add any chemical additives or use
oils with a grade of CD D or higher.
Do not use oils labeled “ENERGY CON-
SERVING II” E or higher. Engine oil also
lubricates the clutch and additives could
cause clutch slippage.
Do not allow foreign materials to enter the
crankcase.
5. Install:
Oil tank cap
6. Start the engine and let it warm up for
several minutes.
7. Turn off the engine and inspect the oil
level once again.
NOTE:
Wait a few minutes until the oil settles before
inspecting the oil level.
Recommended oil:
Refer to the following chart for
selection of oils which are suited
to the atmospheric temperatures.
Recommended engine oil classi-
fication:
API STANDARD:
API “SG” or higher grade
(Designed primarily for motor-
cycles)
4. Inspect:
Oil level
Oil level should be between maximum
and minimum marks.
Oil level is low m Add oil to proper
level.
NOTE:
When inspecting the oil level, do not screw the
oil tank cap into the oil tank. Insert the gauge
lightly.
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14
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30
10
50
20
68
30
86
40 50
104
122
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10W-30
10W-40
20W-40
20W-50
15W-40
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