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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2-25
Periodic M aintenance Procedures
NOTE
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Although 10W-40 engine oil is the recommended oil
for most conditions, the oil viscosity may need to be
changed to accomm odate atmospheric conditions in
your riding area.
Oil Filter Change
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Drain the engine oil (see Engine Oil Change).
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Remove the oil filter [A] with the oil filter wrench [B].
Special Tool - Oil Filter Wrench: 57001–1249
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Replace the filter with a new one.
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Apply engine oil to the gasket [A] before installation.
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Tighten the filter with the oil f ilter wrench.
To rque - Oil Filter: 31 N·m (3 .2 kgf·m, 23 ft·lb)
NOTE
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Hand tightening of the oil filter can not be allowed since
it does not reach to this tightening torque.
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Pour in the specified type and amount of oil (see Engine
Oil Change).
Wheels/Tires
Tire Wear Inspection
As the tire tread wears down, the tire becomes more sus-
ceptible to puncture and failure. An accepted estimate is
that 90% of all tire failures occur during the last 10% of tread
life (90% worn). So it is false economy and unsafe to use
the tires until they are bald.
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Remove any imbedded stones or other foreign particles
from the tread.
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Visually inspect the tire for cracks and cuts, replacing the
tire in case of damage. Swelling or high spots indicate
internal damage, requiring tire replacement.
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Measure the tread depth at the center of the tread with a
depth gauge [A]. Since the tire may wear unevenly, take
measurement at several places.
If any measurement is less than the service limit, replace
the tire.