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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
173
). 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
off. Wait 2 3 minutes for the oil to settle.
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3.
Remove the front lower cover (page
4.
Place a drain pan under the crankcase drain bolt.
5.
To drain the oil, remove the oil filler cap/dipstick, crankcase drain bolt, and
sealing washer.
FRONT, UNDER ENGINE
130
Servicing Your Honda
on page
106
.
122
).
crankcase drain bolt
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