primary oil change
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I know of no shortcuts for primary oil changes. My '06 manual says it should be filled up to the spring with the bike level and the only way that can be done is through the derby cover. I have re-used derby gaskets 1-2 times with no leakage issues.
You may be able to measure the amount you refill making sure it is up to the spring and then use that amount from then on. But removing the derby to inspect is a good habit to have.
You may be able to measure the amount you refill making sure it is up to the spring and then use that amount from then on. But removing the derby to inspect is a good habit to have.
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From: Indian Land, SC
I know of no shortcuts for primary oil changes. My '06 manual says it should be filled up to the spring with the bike level and the only way that can be done is through the derby cover. I have re-used derby gaskets 1-2 times with no leakage issues.
You may be able to measure the amount you refill making sure it is up to the spring and then use that amount from then on. But removing the derby to inspect is a good habit to have.
You may be able to measure the amount you refill making sure it is up to the spring and then use that amount from then on. But removing the derby to inspect is a good habit to have.
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thanks all. alot of info that I didn't need, but grateful to get lots of opinions. the info I was looking for, thanks to those who caught my meaning in my ramblings, was that all of the oil drains out. thanks again
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