I thought back in day the proper level was checking
For a level on side of clutch plates. On my 2014 the service manual just says to add the proper amount 38oz? Is that right? Just. Checkin to see what everyone does about proper level in primary. With 38 oz it is at the top of adjuster pad and the chain rests on top of that. So wondering if the level is enough to lube chain.
Hap

 

Yep. That's all you need. 38 oz is correct. In the older bikes, just 32 oz.

 

the smart thing is to follow the procedures laid out for your year and model in the manual.


the chain moving around the clutch basket will sling lube all over the place, don't worry about the adjuster getting oiled

mike

 

What I do too.

2011 Service manual (can't speak for other years)
38 oz wet
45 oz dry

 

Ok Cool
I was unsure if the chain had to be in the fluid. Guess the action of the primary gets the oil flying and that's enough to keep it oiled up. If you have to much or to little doesn't the clunk when shifting become louder or grab?
Appreciate the knowledge on this fourm
Hap

 

Just did mine on the weekend, Manual calls for 38 oz which rests on bottom of clutch plates

I seen a helpful linc on here when i researching this " law abiding biker oil change" u tube
After watching this i was very comfy changing all 3 hole for the first time

 

Since I've had a compensator failure, and it's generally agreed that lack of lubrication is the problem, I do things different.

With the bike standing straight up, I fill to the bottom of the inspection cover which is almost 2 quarts. I don't give a crap what the manual says. I have not experienced clutch drag or hard shifting. I figure the more oil in there, the better chance the comp will get lubricated. I'm trying to avoid another comp failure.YMMV

 

I usually put 40oz in mine

 

My service manual says 38oz but also states that if you can see the level when you look into the primary it is adequate. I just did my annual change and that is what I did.

 

Cant go wrong by going by the manual, the "back in the day" stuff doesn't really apply to the new bikes. 38 oz is correct. Some people will also tell you 32 oz is enough for the transmission, this isn't true, not on my bike anyway. It also takes 38 oz to get to the correct level. 32 oz barely reads on the dipstick.