Jump to content
IGNORED

Oil changing tip..........


BoomerCPO

Recommended Posts

I got tired of trying to read the side of the oil bottles to measure out 1/2 quart when I change out the oil on my Venture.

 

Went to the Dollar Store and bought a plastic measuring cup that reads ounces. Pour in 8 ounces of fresh oil into the cup and then add the remaining 3 full quarts right into the crankcase that will total 3 and 1/2 quarts.

 

Hope this makes it easier for some of you on your oil changes.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

You will find out soon enough that a gallon is TOO much oil. I even use a longer filter than stock and a gallon would still overfill it by a good bit. When the bike in the perfect upright position, you should see the oil level about half way up in the site glass. If you fill it more than that, you are going to end up with oil in your air boxes. It's not a matter of if...only how soon.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I will check on my next oil change, but I have tried not to overfill it because of what I have learned here and usually have 1/2 -3/4 on the sight glass after my oil change. I guess I may not be getting her perfectly upright when checking:think:

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
×
×
  • Create New...