17 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.
17.2 Checking the engine oil level
Info
The engine oil level can be checked when the engine is cold or warm.
Preparatory work
– Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
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Condition
The engine is cold.
– Check the engine oil level.
The engine oil reaches the middle of level viewer
A
.
» If the engine oil does not reach the middle of the level
viewer:
– Add engine oil. ( p. 119)
Condition
The engine is at operating temperature.
– Check the engine oil level.
Info
After switching off the engine, wait one minute
before checking the level.
The engine oil level is between the middle of the level
viewer
A
and the upper edge of the level viewer
B
.
» If the engine oil does not reach the middle of level
viewer
A
:
– Add engine oil. ( p. 119)
17.3 Changing the engine oil and oil filter, cleaning the oil screen
Warning
Danger of scalding Engine and gear oil get very hot when the motorcycle is ridden.
– Wear suitable protective clothing and safety gloves.
– In the event of scalding, rinse the area affected immediately with lukewarm water.
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