greyMT07 Posted October 2, 2022 Share Posted October 2, 2022 Hi guys, Did my first oil change today following the manual online. Replaced the filter at the same time with the Hiflo recommended in another thread. My question is does the engine need to be run after the 2.6litre of oil is added before the glass will show full with the bike level? Currently it shows 'full' with 2.2l in it, I figured I should ask prior to starting the bike. Thanks for your help. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
00RAH Posted October 2, 2022 Share Posted October 2, 2022 Run the bike in Neutral for 10 seconds and the oil level should drop. Switch off and check oil level. Anywhere between the 2 lines is fine. Add more if needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetscience Posted October 2, 2022 Share Posted October 2, 2022 Once the new oil has circulated and settled in the engine, after several minutes (5-10), recheck oil level. Use a gradient measuring jug to get precise oil volume. Recheck for leaks before riding. Check oil level with bike on paddock stand on level ground. Use a level tool placed on top of gas tank for precise measurements. Happy trails! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator mjh937 Posted October 2, 2022 Global Moderator Share Posted October 2, 2022 Do not check it on a paddock stand. Have someone hold the bike up on two wheels (you can hold it yourself if you want, but I prefer to have someone else straddle it and hold it up as it is less precarious). The paddock stand will lift the rear and the window will not be accurate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triple Jim Posted October 3, 2022 Share Posted October 3, 2022 I suppose you could fill the oil correctly as mjh937 described, then put the bike on the paddock stand and see the new level. From then on you could fill the bike to that level while on the stand. That assumes the level is still within the window. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyMT07 Posted October 3, 2022 Author Share Posted October 3, 2022 Thanks for all the replies everyone! Oil level is looking good now, as Oorah said I just needed to run the bike first which I assume causes the oil to be pushed into the filter (approx 400ml worth) and now it is spot on in the sight glass when level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yamahazaki Posted October 3, 2022 Share Posted October 3, 2022 Use your phone (video or timer) to take a snap while you hold up the bike straight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mt7fan Posted October 3, 2022 Share Posted October 3, 2022 I have a centerstand. I see no big difference if the bike is on it or if I hold the bike straight up without centerstand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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