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Basic Maintenance Procedures
SAE 10W-30 is recommended for use in most climates. See the oil/air temperature chart to
help you choose the best oil for your climate:
SAE Viscosity Grades
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
Your mini-bike does not need oil additives. Only use the
recommended oil. Do not use oils with graphite or molybdenum additives or oils
displaying the API circular logo that is labeled “energy conserving”. These engine oils may
adversely affect engine performance
Engine Oil
1. Park the dirt bike on a firm level surface.
2. Clean around the oil fill cap and any nearby
surfaces.
3. Unscrew the oil fill plug and wipe it clean.
4. Hold the minibike upright so that it is not resting
on the kick stand.
5. Insert the oil fill cap back into the engine until it
seats, but do not screw it in.
6. Remove the oil fill cap and check the oil level. If
the oil level is at or near the upper mark (1), you
do need to add oil. If the oil level is below or
near the lower level mark (2), add the
recommended oil until it reaches the upper
level mark (1).
Do not overfill.
7. Insert the oil fill cap and screw it in tightly.
8. Start the engine and check for oil leaks.
Checking and Adding Oil
