3-27CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL/CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL CHKADJCAUTION:NOTE:Recommended oilRefer to the chart for the engine oilgrade which is best suited for cer-tain atmospheric temperatures.API standardSE or higher grade(Non-Friction modified)ACEA standard G4 or G5 Engine oil also lubricates the clutch andthe wrong oil types or additives couldcause clutch slippage. Therefore, do notadd any chemical additives or use engineoils with a grade of CD c or higher and donot use oils labeled “ENERGY CONSERV-ING II” d or higher. Do not allow foreign materials to enter thecrankcase.4. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-utes, and then turn it off.5. Check: engine oil levelBefore checking the engine oil level, wait a fewminutes until the oil has settled.EB303081CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL1. Remove: bottom cowlingRefer to “COWLINGS”.2. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-utes, and then turn it off.3. Place a container under the engine oil drainbolt.4. Remove: engine oil filler cap 1 engine oil drain bolt 2(along with the washer)5. Drain: engine oil(completely from the crankcase)