GAS GAS 2007 FSR 450, User Manual

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Chain lubrication
Lubricate the chain after wet terrain or when the chain looks dry. A
high viscosity oil rather than low viscosity oil is better because it will
stay a long time in chain providing lubrication.
Put oil on the sides of the chain rollers
(A) so that it penetrates into
these; remove excess oil.
(A). Greasing.
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ENGINE OIL
20W-50
15W-40 15W-50
10W-40 10W-50
10W-30
TEMP.
ºC -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30
ºF -22 -4 -14 32 50 68 86
(A)
The recommended viscosity is SAE 5 W-40; if an SAE 5 W-40 oil
is not possible use an alternative according to the table above.
Checking the oil level and making the changes periodically are two
very important operations to keep the engine in perfect shape.
Initially replace the oil after 5 hours of operation and then every 60
hours.
NOTE
The engine oil expands and thus the level increases when it is
hot.
Check and adjust the level when the motor oil is not hot.
Changing the oil and filter
The oil should be changed when the engine is hot, since this helps
the oil to go out through the drain located in the lowest part of the
engine.
WARNING
The engine oil and the exhaust manifold can be very hot and cause
burns
.
Wait until the oil and the exhaust manifold are a little cooler.
ENGINE OIL
Use a premium 4-stroke engine oil to lengthen the life of your
motorcycle. Use oil classification SF or SG under the API classification.