Honda ST1300 2007 Owner's Manual page 109

Engine Oil & Filter
Changing Engine Oil & Filter
Refer to Saf ety Precautions
Your motorcycle's oil filter has very specific performance requirements. Use a
new genuine Honda oil filter or a filter of equal quality specified for your model.
Using the wrong oil f ilter may result in leaks or premature engine damage.
This procedure requires mechanical skill and professional tools such as a torque
wrench and oil filter wrench, as well as a means for disposing of the drained
fluid (page 145 ). If you do not have the skills or the tools, see your Honda
dealer.
Drain the Engine Oil:
1. Park your motorcycle on its center stand on a firm, level surface.
2. If the engine is cold, start it and let it idle for 3 5 minutes. Turn the engine
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off. Wait 2 3 minutes for the oil to settle.
3. Place a drain pan under the engine oil drain bolt.
4. To drain the oil, remove the oil filler cap, engine oil drain bolt, and sealing
washer.
FRONT, UNDER ENGINE
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Servicing Your Honda
on page 72 .
engine oil drain bolt
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sealing washer