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mouse8197

12-06-10 04:43 PM

Oil change question

hi guys quick question i've just change the oil in my 2000 curvy, put 2300ml in it like it says but when i start the bike the oil disappears from the site glass and only returns if i open the oil filler cap i assume it means its creating a vacuum in the engine is this normal or have i got a problem any advice/opinion would be gladly appreciated.

mark

timwilky

12-06-10 04:47 PM

Re: Oil change question

Eh,

First ensure the oil is correct in the sight glass on a level surface and the bike upright. don't use a measure, use your eyes.

Oil level should return to the same after about a minute of the engine being stopped. If it only returns once you remove the filler cap, I would suggest you look at your breathers. Remember being a twin there is a huge amount of air movement within the cylinders and crankcase. you are more likely to be pressuring the crankcase than creating a vacuum

warrenhewitt10

12-06-10 05:00 PM

Re: Oil change question

yeh the bike will probably use more than 2300, as the sv has other things that will fill with oil such as the filter. let the oil settle for a few mins, hold up straight and then add oil as needed untill it is within the min max levels

mouse8197

12-06-10 05:11 PM

Re: Oil change question

thanks guys did do that when i filled it up its up to the top level just been out ran it again left it 4 a couple of mins and its returned there, think it was just me not givin it enough time, thanx anyway :thumright:

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