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8. Refill the transmission through the side cover hole with the recommended quantity and type of transmission
oil.
9. Install the filler cap and o-ring and tighten securely.
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 dipstick from the oil tank. (On some models this is
located under the seat.)
3. With a clean rag, wipe the dipstick off and reinsert it back into the oil tank; rest it on the housing and then
withdraw it. The oil level should be between the lower mark on the dipstick and the upper mark near the oil
filler cap.
4. If the oil level is below the mark on the dipstick, 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. Vengeance Motorcycles
recommends 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
•
Can opener or pour spout (can-type only)
•
Oil filter wrench (3 inch size)
•
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.
