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mc1984
02-28-2006, 03:58 PM
I know this is a dumb question but I just bought a used Z400 (2004) The idiot I bought it from has the dry sump tank over filled with oil. I want to change it and refill it before I ride it. I am not sure of the proper oil change maethod on this machine. My last one was not a dry sump.

Please let me know, I am anxious to ride it.
Thanks in advance!

HondaRider250
02-28-2006, 04:41 PM
u gotta drain first the black tank near the front of the quad (thats where most of the oil is) and theres a drain screw on the bottom of the engine. drain both and put i think its 2000 mL of oil in the black tank. if u got a manual, verify that amount, im not exactly sure of the amount. torque both bolts to around 35 ft.lbs

huffdaddy_400EX
02-28-2006, 06:22 PM
You should really change the oil filter as well.

Z-Rider86
03-07-2006, 02:27 PM
I'd change the oil filter every time I change the oil. It also doesn't hurt to let the bike run for a few minutes and warm the oil up. It makes it easier to drain.

LTZ400rider
03-09-2006, 08:13 PM
2.2 quarts with a filter