Change the engine oil at the intervals specified in the Periodic Maintenance Table. Change the oil more frequently if the
motorcycle is subjected to severe use, especially operation in cold weather. See
Severe Use Definition.
| NOTICE |
| Failure to perform frequent oil changes during cold weather operation can result in condensation forming. Freezing condensation
can result in plugged oil lines and serious engine damage. |
The total amount of oil required for the oil and filter change is approximately 5 qts. (4.7 l). Follow all instructions carefully.
Do not overfill.
| NOTICE |
| After an oil change, the low oil pressure indicator may illuminate when the engine is started. If this occurs, do not increase
RPM above idle speed until the indicator turns off. Operating above idle speed could result in damage to the engine. |
- Change the oil and filter when the engine is warm. If the engine is cold, start the engine and allow it to run at idle for
at least 5 minutes.
- Park the motorcycle with the sidestand down on a firm, level surface. If using a service lift, the motorcycle should be centered.
- Clean the area around the scavenge area drain plug
. Place a drain pan under drain plug.
 caution |
| Hot oil can cause burns to skin. Do not allow hot oil to contact skin. |
- Remove the drain plug. Allow the oil to drain completely.
| NOTICE |
| Remove sidestand bumper bracket for improved clearance to drain plug. |
- Install new sealing washer and o-ring on the drain plug. The sealing surfaces on drain plug and engine should be clean and
free of burrs, nicks or scratches.
- Reinstall the drain plug. Torque to Specification. If sidestand bumper bracket was removed, reinstall. Torque fastener to
specification.
| TORQUE |
| Drain Plug: 15 ft. lbs. (20 Nm)Bracket fastener: 84 in-lbs (9.5 Nm) |
| caution |
| Hot oil can cause burns to skin. Do not allow hot oil to contact skin. Wear leather gloves when handling hot components. |
- Place oil pan beneath the oil filter. Using an oil filter wrench, turn the filter counter-clockwise to remove it.
- Using a clean dry cloth, clean the filter sealing surface on the engine.
- Lubricate the o-ring on the new filter with a film of fresh engine oil. Check to make sure the o-ring is in good condition.
- Install the new filter and rotate it clockwise by hand until the filter gasket contacts the sealing surface, then turn it
an additional 3/4 to one full turn.
- Remove the dipstick. Add only 4 qts. (3.8 l) of the recommended oil at this step. Do not overfill.
- Reinstall the dipstick securely.
- With the motorcycle in an upright, centered position, start the engine and idle for approximately 30 seconds.
- Stop the engine and add an additional 1 qts. (0.95 l) of engine oil. Do not overfill. Overfilling can result in loss of engine
performance and an oil-saturated air filter. Use a suction device to remove excess oil if overfilled.
- To ensure the oil level is within the safe operating range, re-check the oil level as outlined in Engine Oil Level.
| NOTICE |
| After an oil change, the low oil pressure indicator may illuminate when the engine is started. If this occurs, do not increase
RPM above idle speed until the indicator turns off. Operating above idle speed could result in damage to the engine. |
- Dispose of used filter and oil properly.
- Reset the oil change life in the instrument gauge.
