I think it is actually very difficult to use the oil sight glass as an accurate means of measuring
I agree. I check the oil cold overnight. I'll check it on the rear stand then again while holding it up with a telescoping mirror. I just look for a consistent mark. I run my oil a bit high maybe but I have yet to see any in the overflow cup. I try and get it as close too the top hash-marks as possible. I check it at least 3 or 4 times. I move the bike around a little watching how it flows in the glass and then returns when I put the bike back level. I know what you mean. It's not an exact science.
No hurry on the pics Rook. I'm not going to start for at least another month. I'd like to get one or two more rides in if possible. I will send a bottle to ya. Sometime pm me an address where I can send it. Can you send Scotch to another state?
I tried the K&N filter just because it seemed a bit easier to take off the bike. I don't know about you guys but I tighten my filters to spec and usually have a hell of a time getting them off. The K&N looks easier with the nut on the front. I'll probably go back to kawi filters after this.
Hub, are you saying I should try some break in oil to "clean things up" in the engine? You have my attention. What brand ester based should use going forward? Not trying to start a debate. Is the Mobile 1 ok to stay with?
Its not very hard to do, just time consuming (expect a couple of days + time to get new shims) so this is a great winter project.
I love winter bike work. I'm in my own little world out there and it keeps me out of trouble :)
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