Yamaha YXZ 1000R SS Owner's Manual page 156

Recommended engine oil:
YAMALUBE
SAE 5W-30, 10W-30, 10W-40, 15W-40,
20W-40 or 20W-50
Oil quantity:
Oil change only:
2.50 L (2.64 US qt, 2.20 Imp.qt)
Oil change and filter replacement:
2.70 L (2.85 US qt, 2.38 Imp.qt)
ECB03020
NOTICE
 Do not use oils with a diesel specifica-
tion of "CD" or oils of a higher quality
than specified. In addition, do not use
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oils labeled "ENERGY CONSERVING II"
or higher.
 Make sure that no foreign material en-
ters the oil tank.
To check the engine oil level
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Remove panel C. (See page 8-11.)
3. Start the engine and warm it up to a nor-
mal operating temperature (the engine oil
temperature should reach 60 °C [140 °F]),
then let the engine idle for a minimum of
ten seconds before turning the engine off.
TIP
If the engine is cold, take the vehicle for a
short drive or let it idle for approximately ten
minutes before checking the engine oil level.
4. Remove the engine oil tank filler cap and
wipe the dipstick with a clean rag.
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