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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Engine oil
This motorcycle should use four-stroke engine oil. There is no need for
any additives. Do not use common oil, vegetable oil or castor oil.
The viscosity of the engine oil varies according to local average
environmental temperature. You should choose the right viscosity or
grade of oil for different temperatures. Lubricating oil has three grades:
SAE 15W-40, SAE 10W-30, SAE 5W-30. Refer to the side figure for details.
Engine oil level inspection
The engine oil level must be checked daily before riding. The level should be between the MAX and the
MIN mark on the oil scale plug.
1: Oil scale plug, 2: MAX mark,
3: MIN mark, 4: Oil screen window
1. Set the motorcycle on the centre stand on a level surface.
2. Start the engine and run at idle for 2 to 3 minutes.
3. Switch off the engine and wait for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the oil
scale plug and clean it with a dry cloth, then insert it back in (do not
screw it in) and check the oil level. The level must be between the MAX
and the MIN mark.
4. When the oil level approaches or is close to the MIN mark, refill the
oil to the MAX mark. Do not overfill.
5. Screw in the oil scale plug, then check for leakage.
