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Old 11-26-2015, 06:19 PM
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Bought the bike in September. Changed the oil as soon as I bought it. Only rode it 3 times unfortunately. I'm putting it away for winter.

Is an oil change necessary at this point? Or should I just put new oil in it prior to putting it away?

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Old 11-26-2015, 07:11 PM
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With that little use so far...

I wouldn't bother.

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Did you buy it new or used? Regardless, oil is still good.
 
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Well, if the 3 times were each 1,000 mile road trips I'd change it.
Saying "3 times" isn't really useful info...
 
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Originally Posted by siik2nr
Did you buy it new or used? Regardless, oil is still good.
Hi,

I bought it used.
 
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Originally Posted by cHarley
Well, if the 3 times were each 1,000 mile road trips I'd change it.
Saying "3 times" isn't really useful info...
haha! very valid point.

It was 3 times, just around the neighborhood to get used to the bike. The longest ride was probably 45 mins to an hour
 
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The rate your going the oil should be good for another 10 years j/k
 
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Leave it. If you change it, hell i'd buy what comes out of there!
 
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let it be. it'll be fine.
 
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You'll be fine, however if you don't have one get a battery minder, to keep your battery snug and healthy.
 
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