Oil And Oil Filter Change - Triumph Rocket III Classic Service Manual

Lubrication
4. The maximum oil level is indicated by marks on the
filler cap/dipstick. When the oil level is correct, the
indicated oil level must be between the maximum
and minimum lines on the dipstick.
5. If the oil level is too low, add oil a little at a time until
the correct level is reached.
6. Once the correct level is reached, fit the filler cap/
dipstick.
Oil and Oil Filter Change
The engine oil and filter must be replaced in accordance
with scheduled maintenance requirements. Because this
motorcycle has a dry-sump lubrication system, the oil
change procedure differs from those many will be familiar
with. This is because the majority of the oil is contained in
the oil tank on the left side of the engine, not in the sump.
To change the engine oil and filter, follow the instructions
below/over.
Prolonged or repeated contact with engine oil can lead
to skin dryness, irritation and dermatitis. In addition,
used engine oil contains harmful contamination that can
lead to skin cancer. Always wear suitable protective
clothing and avoid skin contact with used oil.
Allow the engine to idle briefly, then stop the engine and
secure the motorcycle in an upright position.
1. Place an oil drain pan beneath the engine.
The oil and filter may be hot to the touch. Contact with
hot oil may cause the skin to be scalded or burned.
2. Remove the oil tank drain plug from the bottom of
the sump and allow the oil tank to drain.
Drain Plug Locations up to Engine Number 217501
1. Oil tank drain plug
2. Front sump drain plug
3. Rear sump drain plug
4. Oil filter cover
Drain Plug Locations from Engine Number 217502
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1.
Oil tank drain plug
2. Front sump drain plug
3. Rear sump drain plug
4. Oil filter cover
Note:
• Removal of the oil tank drain plug allows the
oil to drain from the oil tank, not the sump. In
order to drain the one or two litres of
oil left
in
the sump, the front and rear sump plugs must
also be removed.
3. Incorporating a new washer, refit the oil tank drain
plug, tightening it to
25 Nm.
4. Position the oil drain pan towards the front of the
engine, remove the front sump drain plug and allow
the oil to drain. This will drain the oil remaining in
the front part of the sump.
5. Incorporating a new washer, refit the front sump
plug, tightening it to
25 Nm.
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