This procedure requires mechanical skill
and professional tools such as a torque
wrench and oil filter wrench, as well as a
means for disposing of the drained fluid
(page
149
). If you do not have the skills
or the tools, see your dealer.
Drain the Engine Oil:
1.
Park the motorcycle on its side stand on
a firm, level surface.
2.
If the engine is cold, start it and let it
idle for 3 5 minutes. Turn the engine
−
off. Wait 2 3 minutes for the oil to
−
settle.
3.
Place a drain pan under the crankcase.
4.
To drain the oil, remove the oil fill cap/
dipstick (page
85
( ), and sealing washer ( ).
1
), engine oil drain bolt
2
Engine Oil & Filter
LEFT FRONT, UNDER ENGINE
(1)
(1) engine oil drain bolt
(2) sealing washer
Servicing Your Honda
(2)
(cont'd)
87