Oil And Oil Filter Change - Triumph Rocket III Owner's Handbook Manual

Maintenance and Adjustment
Remove the filler cap/dipstick.
The maximum oil level is indicated by a mark
on the filler cap/dipstick. When the oil level is
correct, the indicated oil level must be
between the maximum and minimum lines
on the dipstick.
If the oil level is too low, add oil a little at a
time until the correct level is reached.
Once the correct level is reached, fit the filler
cap/dipstick.

Oil and Oil Filter Change

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1. Oil tank drain plug
2. Front sump drain plug
3. Rear sump drain plug
4. Oil filter cover
The engine oil and filter must be replaced in
accordance with scheduled maintenance
requirements.
Because this motorcycle has a dry-sump
lubrication system, the oil change procedure
differs from those many will be familiar with.
This is because the majority of the oil is
contained in the oil tank on the left side of
the engine, not in the sump. To change the
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engine oil and filter, follow the instructions
below/over.
Prolonged or repeated contact with engine
oil can lead to skin dryness, irritation and
dermatitis. In addition, used engine oil
contains harmful contamination that can
lead to skin cancer. Always wear suitable
protective clothing and avoid skin contact
with used oil.
Allow the engine to idle briefly, then stop the
engine and secure the motorcycle in an
upright position.
Place an oil drain pan beneath the engine.
Remove the oil tank drain plug from the
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bottom of the sump and allow the oil tank to
drain.
Note:
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• Removal of the oil tank drain plug
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allows the oil to drain from the oil
tank, not the sump. In order to
drain the one or two litres of oil
left in the sump, the front and rear
sump plugs must also be removed.
Incorporating a new washer, refit the oil tank
drain plug, tightening it to 25 Nm.
Position the oil drain pan towards the front of
the engine, remove the front sump drain
plug and allow the oil to drain. This will drain
the oil remaining in the front part of the
sump.
Incorporating a new washer, refit the front
sump plug, tightening it to 25 Nm.
Position the oil drain pan towards the rear of
the engine, remove the rear sump plug and
allow the remaining oil to drain. This will
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