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CB250 TWISTER
*2.
The SAE standard grades oils by their viscosity.
*3.
The API classification specifies the quality and
performance rating of engine oils. Use SG or
higher oils, excluding oils marked as “Energy
Conserving” or ”Resource Conserving” on the
circular API service symbol.
Engine Oil
Engine oil consumption varies and oil quality
deteriorates according to riding conditions and
time elapsed.
Check the engine oil level regularly, and add the
recommended engine oil if necessary. Dirty oil or old
oil should be changed as soon as possible.
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Selecting the Engine Oil
X
For recommended engine oil, see Specifications,
refer to page 72.
If you use non-Honda engine oil, check the label to
make sure that the oil satisfies all of the following
standards:
P
JASO T 903 standard*
1
: MA
P
SAE standard*
2
: 10W-30
P
API classification*
3
: SG or higher
*
1
. The JASO T 903 standard is an index for engine
oils for 4-stroke motorcycle engines. There are two
classes: MA and MB. For example, the following
label shows the MA classification.
Oil code
Oil classification
Not recommended
Recommended