Transmission Oil - Honda CRF450R 2011 Owner's Manual

Transmission Oil

Transmission Oil
Refer to Safety Precautions on page 27.
Using the proper oil, and regularly checking,
adding, and changing oil will help extend the
service life of the transmission and clutch. 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 clutch and transmission.
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Servicing Your Honda
Oil Recommendation
API classification SG or higher except oils
(4-stroke engine oil labeled as energy
only) conserving on the circular
API service label
viscosity SAE 10W-30
(weight)
JASO T903 MA
standard
others without friction modifiers as
molybdenum additives
suggested oil Honda "4-STROKE
MOTORCYCLE OIL" or
equivalent
• Your CRF does not need oil additives. Use the
recommended oil.
• Do not use oils with graphite or molybdenum
additives. They may adversely affect clutch
operation.
• 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 and clutch performance.
NOT RECOMMENDED
Other viscosities shown in the following chart may
be used when the average temperature in your
riding area is within the indicated range.
JASO T 903 standard
The JASO T 903 standard is an index for engine
oils for 4-stroke motorcycle engines.
There are two classes: MA and MB.
Oil conforming to the standard is labeled on the oil
container. For example, the following label shows
the MA classification.
PRODUCT MEETING JASO T 903
COMPANY GUARANTEEING THIS MA PERFORMANCE:
OK
(1) code number of the sales company of the oil
(2) oil classification
(1)
(2)