Engine Oil - Honda XR250 Tornado Owner's Manual

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Engine Oil

(Refer to the Safety Precautions on page 49.)
Engine Oil
Good engine oil has many desirable qualities. Use only
high detergent, quality motor oil certified on the
container to meet or exceed requirements for API
Service Classification SE, SF or SG.
Viscosity
Viscosity grade of engine oil should be based on
average atmospheric temperature in your riding area.
The following provides a guide to the selection of the
proper grade or viscosity of oil to be used at various
atmospheric temperatures.
(1) Single grade
(2) Multi grade
Engine Oil and Filter
Engine oil quality is the chief factor affecting engine
service life. Change the engine oil as specified in the
maintenance schedule (page 51).
When running in very dusty conditions, oil changes
should be performed more frequently than specified in
the maintenance schedule.
Please dispose of used engine oil in a manner that is
compatible with the environment. We suggest you take it
in a sealed container to your local recycling center or
service station for reclamation. Do not throw it in the
trash or pour it on the ground or down a drain.
Used engine oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly left
in contact with the skin for prolonged periods. Although
this is unlikely unless you handle used oil on a daily
basis, it is still advisable to thoroughly wash your hands
with soap and water as soon as possible after handling
used oil.
Changing the oil requires a torque wrench. If you do
not have it and the necessary skill, we recommend
that you have your Honda dealer perform this service.
If a torque wrench is not used for this installation, see
your Honda dealer as soon as possible to verify proper
assembly.
Change the engine oil with the engine at normal
operating temperature and the motorcycle on its side
stand to assure complete and rapid draining.
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