Engine Oil - Honda 2009 CRF450X Owner's Manual & Competition Handbook

Engine Oil

Refer to Safety Precautions on page 25.
Using the proper oil, and regularly checking,
adding, and changing oil will help extend the
service life of the engine. Even the best oil wears
out. Changing oil helps get rid of dirt and
deposits. Operating the engine with old or dirty
oil can damage your engine. Running the engine
with insufficient oil can cause serious damage to
the engine.
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Servicing Your Honda
HONDA O/M CRF450X (Eu) 3RMEY620 00X3R-MEY-6200
Oil Recommendation
API SG or higher except oils
classification labeled as energy conserving
on the circular API service
label
viscosity SAE 10W-30
(weight)
JASO T 903 standard MA
suggested oil Honda "4-STROKE
MOTORCYCLE OIL" or
equivalent
• Your CRF does not need oil additives.
Use the recommended oil.
• Do not use API SH or higher 4-stroke engine
oils displaying a circular API "energy
conserving" service label on the container. They
may affect lubrication.
NOT RECOMMENDED OK
• Oil is a major factor affecting the performance
and service life of the engine.
Other viscosities shown in the following chart
may be used when the average temperature in
your riding area is within the indicated range.