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posted October 05, 2002 03:12 PM
HEEELP service questions (Oil and cleaning)
OK zx-12 gods - I just performed MY FIRST zx-12 oil change... and I have a few questions (actually I'm scared SHITLESS). Here we go:
I just purchased the filter from my local Kawi dealer. They gave me a 1070 model. According to www.zx-12r.org this is the best to have - opinions welcome on that! But the REAL reason I am concerned is that I put EXACTLY 2,800 ML of Motel 300V 15-50 into the bike as EVERYONE suggests... BUT I DO NOT SEE ANY OIL IN THE OIL GLASS!!!!!!! Should I add more?!?!
Also - I just cleaned the Muzzy pipe with some metal shine - is this an ok product to use on alum and Ti?
THANKS GUYS!
  
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deathpulse
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posted October 05, 2002 07:21 PM
Bump - nobody on the oil level??
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DaveInDaytona
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posted October 05, 2002 07:32 PM
1070 is the right filter.
3 quarts (2838 ml) is the right amount with a filter change. Have you started it and watched the light go out ? If not, are you sure the glass isn't completely covered with clean oil ? It should read right at half the glass with 3 quarts and a filter.
Some things I've I read on .org are so wrong they scare me, I don't go there anymore. (personal opinion, not advice)
Some metal cleaners will leave a coating and burn on the pipe. I guess it depends if it's one of those type of cleaners then it would be a bad idea.
Hope that helped,
Dave
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deathpulse
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posted October 05, 2002 07:45 PM
Thanks Dave,
I don't really have the bike on a level surface, so that is probably the cause. I put in a TAD over 2.8 liters, so I think I'm ok  . I'm just paranoid - I don't want to hurt my baby!
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deathpulse
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posted October 05, 2002 07:47 PM
OH!! almost forgot - the oil light never was on... because I filled the oil filter up before putting it on the bike . The TOTAL amount (including the amount I used to pre-fill the oil filter) was 2.8 liters.
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DaveInDaytona
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posted October 05, 2002 07:52 PM
Oh, I assumed a level surface. Also the bike has to be level too, if it's on the side stand you won't see oil.
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beansbaxter
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posted October 05, 2002 09:23 PM
You make me feel bad. I wont even change the oil myself, I'd rather take it in to the dealer. Just me though.
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posted October 05, 2002 09:27 PM
So I take it that your question and worry is over?
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posted October 05, 2002 09:29 PM
First, glad to see you using Motul! Even better the 300V! 50 weight "WILL" Take some HP away! Use 10 or 15 W 40 in the future! AS Dave said, it must be perfectly level! Also lean the bike over on the clutch side then straighten it up and watch the oil level! #2, I put in 3 quarts "After" prefilling the filter! It takes about 3 to 4 times to keep an oil level in the filter and yes some will spill out when putting it on! So if you do not see "Oil" add 8 ounces! You want it to be at least on the bottom line of the site glass! And yea again, it takes a while before it levels out! Either put the bike on a shop stand or even better, have someone hold the bike while you look! "Even over filled, you will see no oil in the glass on the side stand!!
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posted October 05, 2002 10:00 PM
I think vinny wins the solution prize!!
Gotta perform an act of bravery by holding the bike upright and look at the sightglass.
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