oil level

[Zeb]

I have an 08 FJR and just changed the oil for the first time (bought a couple of months ago). Owners manual states 4.23 quarts of oil with a new filter. I put 4 quarts in and the oil level on the motorcycle shows a full glass of oil (way over the top dot). What am I missing here?

I watched a video and the guy put three quarts into his....is manual wrong or is the oil level indicator off?

Thanks

 

[CollingsBob]

Start the bike, let the pump fill the oil filter..then be prepared to add more oil.

 

[RossKean]

Checked with bike on centerstand and level surface?

 

[Zeb]

the bike was level. You all put 4.23 q in yours?

 

[RossKean]

Since I am in Canada, I simply use 4 litres if I buy a 4 L jug. (I do check the level and sometimes leave a dribble in the jug.) Lately, I have been buying Rotella in the 18.9 L pail. Never measure the amount added. Just until full, run, let settle, adjust and good until the next time.

 

[escapefjrtist]

Put in a gallon and forget about it...always ends up right in the middle of the glass.

YMMV

~G

 

[Mad German]

After filling it initially, you need to run the motor for a few minutes. Use that time to check for leaks and clean up. Then let the bike cool and the oil settle. Add a bit more if necessary to bring the level to the upper mark by the sight glass.

 

[Zeb]

Ok, thanks for the feedback guys.

Ran it and the oil leveled out. I put a jug of Rotella in...

Cheers

 

[Mad German]

<blockquote class='ipsBlockquote'data-author="Zeb" data-cid="1420443" data-time="1561346577"><p>

Ok, thanks for the feedback guys. <br />

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Ran it and the oil leveled out. I put a jug of Rotella in...<br />

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Cheers</p></blockquote>

You didnt use a motorcycle specific oil...? Youre asking for trouble, big time! (Wink!)

 

[BigOgre]

I remember a few here believed the FJR actually makes oil.

 

[Uncle Hud]

I like oily jugs. Edited to reduce crass comments on this Forum.

 

[dravnx]

I like juggly oil.

 

[FJRBluesman]

4+ approx .23, but close enough on the center stand of a Gen1.