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10. Remove the oil drain pan from underneath the transmission and properly dispose of the oil.
11. Ride the motorcycle until the transmission oil reaches normal operating temperature, and then shut the
engine off.
12. Check the transmission oil level as described in this section and readjust the level, if necessary.
ENGINE OIL CHECK
Inspect the engine oil every time you get ready to ride your motorcycle using the following procedures:
1. Park the bike on a level surface and support it so that it is standing up. Do not support it with the kickstand.
2. Wipe the area around the oil filler cap and remove the oil filler cap from the oil tank. (This is located under the
seat.)
3. Identify the vent tube which runs horizontally across the oil bag approximately 1-1/4" inches below the top of
the oil bag. Your oil level should be just below the vent tube.
4. If the oil level is below this level, add the recommended oil listed in the Specification Sheet. After adding oil,
recheck the oil level and repeat this step until the desired level is achieved. Do not overfill the oil tank.
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER CHANGE
Recommended oil and filter change intervals are specified in the Maintenance Checklists. We recommend the use of
high-quality S.A.E. 20W50 motorcycle oil, designed specifically for V-twin, air-cooled engines.
CAUTION: FAILURE TO USE OIL SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR V-TWIN, AIR-COOLED MOTORCYCLES MAY
RESULT IN DAMAGE TO YOUR ENGINE AND THE VOIDING OF YOUR WARRANTY.
The previous oil recommendation assumes that the motorcycle is operated in both moderate climates and conditions.
In extreme climates or conditions, oil should be changed more often. The time interval is more important than the
mileage interval because combustion acids, formed by gasoline vapor and weather, will contaminate the oil, even if
the motorcycle is not run for several months. If a motorcycle is operated under dusty conditions, the oil will get dirty
more quickly and should be changed more frequently than recommended.
Oil for motorcycle and automotive engines is graded by the American Petroleum Institute (API) and the Society of
Automotive Engineers (SAE) in several categories. Oil containers display these ratings on the top of the oil can or on
the label. Use only an oil intended for air-cooled V-twin motorcycles use. If such oil cannot be found, then you may
use diesel engine oil with an API rating of CF-2 or CG-4, in 20W50. Thereafter, you should change your oil and filter
as soon as possible and use appropriate motorcycle oil. Try to use the same brand of oil at each change.
To change the engine oil and filter, you will need the following:
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Drain pan
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4 quarts of oil
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Funnel
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Oil filter element
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Can opener or pour spout (can-type only)
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Oil filter wrench (3 inch size)
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Wrench (for drain plug models)
There are various ways to discard the used oil safely. The easiest method is to pour it from the drain pan into an
empty gallon, container for disposal. Some service stations and oil retailers will accept used oil for recycling. There
may be a recycling center in your area that accepts oil. Do not discard the oil in your household trash or pour it onto
the ground.
1. At the first 500 miles (new motorcycle), and at every second oil change thereafter, flush the oil tank
as described in this section.
2. Start and run the engine for approximately 10 minutes or until the engine has reached normal
operating temperature. Then turn the engine off. Support the bike so that the oil can drain completely.