Oil usage in Evo

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Aug 9, 2013 | 01:29 PM

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bluharley

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Originally Posted by texashillcountry

DBLJ if your going to work on your own bike you really need an OEM service repair manual.

There is a bunch of great information in there and it pays for itself the first time you use it.

Agree 100%. I'm pretty sure the primary oil level changed in that year, from the bottom of the inspection window, to the bottom of the clutch basket. If your bike is before the change, then the oil being high on your clutch basket is not unreasonable. Get the book, then you'll have accurate information.

Aug 9, 2013 | 02:16 PM

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traildog

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Originally Posted by bluharley

Get the book, then you'll have accurate information.

Ditto x 3. First "accessory" i bought for Scarlett......She was SO happy......

Aug 9, 2013 | 08:26 PM

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cowboy 51

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From: Alvin TX

yes the service manual will be the best tool in you box

Aug 10, 2013 | 05:05 AM

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grbrown

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Originally Posted by DBLJ

Do I need to start the bike and let the oil warm up before I check it in the primary or is it o.k. to check it cold?

Doesn't matter. It is an oil reservoir with no way in or out normally. If there is more oil than there should be that will suggest a leaking crankshaft oil seal, however don't panic!