18 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE
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Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhal-
ing them may result in unconsciousness and death.
– Always make sure there is sufficient ventilation
when running the engine.
– Use effective exhaust extraction when starting or
running the engine in an enclosed space.
– Start the engine and check the response.
18.2 Checking the gear oil level
Info
The gear oil level must be checked when the engine is cold.
Preparatory work
– Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
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Main work
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Remove gear oil level monitoring screw
1
.
– Check the gear oil level.
A small quantity of gear oil must run out of the drilled hole.
» If no gear oil runs out:
– Add the gear oil. ( p. 121)
– Mount and tighten the gear oil level monitoring screw.
Guideline
Screw, gear oil level
monitoring
M6 8 Nm (5.9 lbf ft)
18.3 Changing the gear oil
Warning
Danger of scalding Engine and gear oil get hot when the motorcycle is operated.
– Wear suitable protective clothing and safety gloves.
– In the event of scalding, rinse the area affected immediately with lukewarm water.
Note
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with
the applicable regulations.
Info
Drain the gear oil while the engine is at operating temperature.
Preparatory work
– Park the motorcycle on a level surface.
– Position an appropriate container under the engine.