GARYJL Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 So ive been having a few issues with the bike over the past coupleof weeks with it running pretty badly when I start of in first gearand the gears have been a bit clunky. So I decided that even thoughI know bugger all about bike mechanics I would have a go at servicingthe bike myself with a little help from Mr Haynes. Just the general thingslike filters, plugs, oil, brake pads coolant and maybe a new battery as ivehad to charge the one i have a few times.So anyway I was going to go to Halfords to get the plugs oil filter and oilwhich they didnt have any of anyway but decided to have a quick look at thebike before I went and was completely shock to see no oil visible in theinspection window and no oil visible through the filler hole.Can this be right ??? I only got the bike 6 months ago and they told me they would do an oiland filter change and ive checked under the bike and there isnt anyobvious oil leaks, could a dealer be that stupid that they would forgetto put oil in and if they are could the bike run that long without lettingitself go ??? Quote
Guest Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 support the bike and hold the front brake on, then pull the bike upright and look in the window, the oil should be seen when the bike comes level and should be within the marks. if the bike is on the sidestand all the oil is on the left hand side and not visible..can also be checked on a centrestand, put bike on stand and check oil window.could be it's low, so try topping up, but only a bit at a time, its easier to add than subtract.. Quote
Colin the Bear Posted May 22, 2009 Posted May 22, 2009 Check the oil as part of your pre ride checks not every six months. Some engines use a little, some a lot. None run for long without any. Quote
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