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Oil level

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by tonyp12, Oct 29, 2006.

  1. tonyp12

    tonyp12 Member

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    Hello All,

    Is it normal for the oil level to drop when the engine is running?

    The level is just right when not running. then- when running, the level drops to below the sight glass.

    Thanks
     
    tonyp12, Oct 29, 2006
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  2. ArizonaSteve

    ArizonaSteve Member

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    Sure, the pump picks up some and forces it through the filter and the engine for lubrication.
     
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  3. RickCoMatic

    RickCoMatic Well-Known Member

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    I've had great success ignoring the two marks on the sight glass and adding the additional 3 or 4 ounces of oil to JUST fill the sight glass until the "Bubble" disappears.

    Real easy to check the oil before heading out. Look at the sight glass ... if it's all dark ...

    RIDE!
     
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    I check my oil level after the bike has been setting for a couple hours or more so i know the oil has draind down to the bottom of the engine. and i keep it topped off so i can always see it is almost always to the top of the window.
     
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