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21-04-05, 05:54 PM
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Engine oil
I just accidently wacked in some 5w 40 engine oil in but a cant be arsed to change it again at the mo, would it make any differemce or damage any parts rather than the 10w 40??
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21-04-05, 06:21 PM
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Re: Engine oil
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I guess it depends to some extent on how cold it is where you live... |
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22-04-05, 10:36 PM
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Check the API quality level on your oil can. As long as your oil is good quality it should be OK. SV650 Manual quotes API SF or SG - these are older quality grades (second letter changes at each upgrade - we're now up to SM). Better quality will compensate for slightly thinner oil.
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23-04-05, 12:07 AM
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It shouldn't matter too much till the outdoor temps get a high (mid to high 20's in celcius)
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