PDA

View Full Version : checking oil??/



250rforlife
12-26-2010, 01:07 PM
ok ino its a stuped question but when u check the level of oil with the dip stick do u screw it in all the way or just set it ontop of the threads?? thanks

Davis_400ex
12-26-2010, 01:44 PM
Personally, I screw mine all the way in to get a more accurate reading.

CJM
12-26-2010, 01:54 PM
I dont screw it in, its only a small amount of oil but its what I feel is better. Since the EX uses an oil sump system with a tank even a 1/4 more of a quart is ok.

hocman123
12-26-2010, 02:34 PM
yea this topic has been debaetted to death more then once. i would just sit it on top it would give u to much more and if u start to leak or burn oil when riding it it will give u a little extra security

WoodTRD
12-26-2010, 02:50 PM
Let the ex idle for 5-10 minutes and measure with the dipstick not screwed in according to the service manual

kt1148
12-26-2010, 03:37 PM
^^x2. just like the owners and service manual says!!

Davis_400ex
12-26-2010, 03:58 PM
Might be why mine's due for a reubuild? :P