LUBRICATION
Check the engine’s oil level
Check the oil level in the engine when the Rider stands horizontal with the engine switched off.
Fold open the engine cover.
Release the dip stick and pull out. Wipe off the oil and insert again.
The dip stick must not be screwed down.
Now release the dip stick again and pull out. Check the oil level.
The oil level should lie between the markings on dip stick. If the level approaches the “ADD” mark, top up with oil to the “FULL” mark.
The oil is filled in the same hole for the dip stick.
Fill the oil slowly. Tighten the dipstick correctly before starting the engine. Start and run the engine at idling speed for approx. 30 seconds. Turn off the engine. Wait 30 seconds and check oil level. If necessary fill so that the oil comes up to the “FULL” mark on the dipstick.
Use engine oil class SG or SH, 10W/30 above freezing point or 5W/30 below freezing point.
Do not mix different types of oil.
Changing the oil
The oil should be changed for the first time after 5 hours of running time. Thereafter, it should be changed every 100 hours of running time.
With heavy loads or high temperatures replace the oil after every 50 hours.
WARNING!
Engine oil can be very hot if it is drained off directly after the engine is stopped. Therefore allow the engine to cool down first.
1.Place a receptacle under the engine oil drain plugs (A), located on the
2.Remove the dip stick and two drain plugs (A).
3.Let the oil run out into the receptacle.
4.Fit the drain plugs and tighten.
5.Fill up with oil to the “FULL” mark on the dip stick. The oil is filled in the same hole for the dip stick.
See “Check the engine’s oil level” above for filling instructions. The engine holds 1.9 litres (1.8 USqt) of oil.
6.Run the engine warm and then check that there is no leakage from the drain plugs.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Used engine oil and oil filters are hazardous to health and environment and must in accordance with the law not be poured out on the ground or in the nature, and must be handed in to a workshop or other designated station for treatment. Avoid skin contact, wash with soap and water in the event of spillage.
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