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7.5
Engine Oil
Engine oil is used in 4-stroke engines to lubricate the valve gear components, the
crankshaft bearings and the power plant.
An insufficient quantity of oil can cause
serious damage to the engine itself.
In all 4-stroke engines, oil deterioration and consumption are, to some extent, normal,
especially during running-in. Consumption partly depends on the riding style (e.g.: when
riding constantly at full throttle, oil consumption increases).
7.5.1
Checking the Engine Oil Level
Perform the following operations when the
engine is cold:
-
Rest the vehicle on the central stand and
on a flat surface.
-
Unscrew dipstick
«A»
, dry it with a clean
cloth and reinsert it, by screwing it
completely.
-
Remove the dipstick again and check that
the level is between the MAX and MIN
levels; top up, if required.
The MAX level mark means that in the engine
there is an oil quantity of approximately
1.164 quarts (
1,100 cm
3
).
Note:
The level will be lower if checked after
using the vehicle (i.e. when the engine is
hot). To obtain a correct indication of the oil
level, wait at least 10 minutes after switching
off the engine.
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