Honda CRF250R 2005, Owner'S Manual

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Servicing Your Honda
* Suggested 4-stroke engine oils are equal
performance to SJ oils that are not labeled as
energy conserving on the circular API service
label.
Engine Oil
Refer to Safety Precautions on page 19.
Using the proper oil, and regularly checking,
adding, and changing oil will help extend the
service life of the engine’s life. Even the best oil
wears out. Changing oil helps get rid of dirt and
deposits. Operating the engine with old or dirty
oil can damage your engine. Running the engine
with insufficient oil can cause serious damage to
the engine.
Oil Recommendation
API
classification SG or higher except oils
labeled as energy conserving
on the circular API service
label
suggested oil* Pro Honda GN4, HP4
(without molybdenum
additives) or HP4M (with
molybdenum additives)
4-stroke oil, or an equivalent*
viscosity
(weight) SAE 10W–40
JASO T 903 MA or MB
• Your motorcycle does not need oil additives.
Use the recommended oil.
• Do not use API SH or higher 4-stroke engine
oils displaying a circular API “energy
conserving” service label on the container. They
may affect lubrication.
Other viscosities shown in the following chart
may be used when the average temperature in
your riding area is within the indicated range.
NOT RECOMMENDED OK