Engine Oil/Oil Filter; Oil Level Inspection; Exhaust Side; Recommended Engine Oil - Honda 2010 CRF250R Service Manual

Record the
clearance for each
valve for reference
In
shim selectioll
If
adjustment
is
reqUired
EXHAUST SIDE:
Insert the feeler gauge between the rocker arm and ... ~~-~-­
shim.
Check the valve clearance for the exhaust valves using
a feeler gauge.
VALVE CLEARANCE:
0.28
±
0.03 mm (0.011
±
0.001 in)
If the clearance is oul of specification, adjust the valve
clearance (page 8-15).
Apply engine oil to a new O-ring, and install it to the
crankshaft hole cap. _
~
Apply grease to the crankshaft hole cap threads.
Install and lighten the crankshaft hole cap to the
specified torque.
TORQUE: 15 N-m (I.S kgf-m, l1Ibf-ft)
Install the cylinder head cover (page 8-8).
ENGINE OIL/OIL FILTER
OIL LEVEL INSPECTION
Start the engine and let it idle for 3 minutes.
SlOp the engine and wait 3 minutes.
Support the motorcycle upright on a level surface.
Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe the oil with a
clean cloth.
tnsert the oil filler cap/dipstick without screwing it in,
remove it and check the oil level.
If the oil level is below or near the lower level line on the
oil filler cap/dipstick, add the recommended engine oil
to the upper level line through the oil filler hole.
RECOMMENDED ENGINE OIL :
Pro Honda GN4 4-stroke oil (U .S.A . and Canada) or
equivalent motor oil
API service classification : SG o r Higher
JASO T 903 standard : MA
Viscosity : SAE 10W-30
Check that the O-ring is in good condition, replace it if
necessary.
Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick.
NOTE
Other viscosities of oil may be used depending upon
the average temperature in your riding area . Use the
chart as a guide.
,
-20
o
20
MAINTENANCE
UPPER LEVEL LINE
LOWER LEVEL LINE
40
60 80 100 120"F
3-13