Engine Oil Level - Victory Motorcycles OCTANE 2017 Rider's Manual

Pre-Ride Inspections

Engine Oil Level

With the semi-dry sump lubrication system,
the engine oil level on the dipstick will
fluctuate, depending on the motorcycle's
position and engine speed when the engine is
turned off. To ensure a proper reading of the
engine oil level, follow all inspection
procedures closely.
WARNING! Operating with insufficient,
deteriorated or contaminated engine oil will cause
accelerated wear and may result in engine or
transmission seizure, which could result in loss of
control and serious injury or death. Check the oil
level frequently.
Always check the oil after running a cold
engine at idle for 30 seconds. The oil fill/
dipstick is located on the right side of the
Oil Fill/Dipstick
motorcycle. Always use the recommended
oil. See page 104.
1. Position the motorcycle on level ground in the fully upright and centered position.
2. Start the engine (from cold) and allow it to idle for 30 seconds. Stop the engine.
3. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean.
4. Reinstall the dipstick until fully seated.
5. Remove the dipstick and view the oil level.
NOTICE: Do not overfill. Overfilling can result in loss of engine performance and an oil-saturated air
filter. Use a suction device to remove excess oil if overfilled.
6. Add the recommended oil as needed to bring the level to the FULL mark on the dipstick.
Verify the level on the dipstick.
Tip: The approximate volume between the ADD and FULL marks on the dipstick is 16 oz. (.45 L).
7. Reinstall the dipstick securely.
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