18 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE 87
18.3 Changing the gear oil x
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Drain the gear oil. x ( p. 87)
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Fill in gear oil. x ( p. 88)
18.4 Draining the gear oil x
Warning
Danger of scalding Engine oil and gear oil get very hot when the motorcycle is ridden.
– Wear appropriate protective clothing and safety gloves. In case of burns, rinse immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Info
Drain the gear oil while the engine is warm.
Preparatory work
– Park the motorcycle on a level surface.
– Place a suitable container under the engine.
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Main work
– Remove the gear oil drain plug with magnet 1.
– Let the gear oil drain fully.
– Thoroughly clean the gear oil drain plug with magnet.
– Clean the sealing surface on the engine.
– Mount and tighten gear oil drain plug with magnet 1 and seal ring.
Guideline
Gear oil drain plug with magnet M12x1.5 20 Nm
(14.8 lbf ft)