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scary oil consumption

Posted: Wed Apr 28, 2010 7:08 pm
by wingerr
--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "jbukwyld" wrote:
> > I just returned from a weekend ride consisting of two 100 mile rides on I-17. Checked oil before first ride and it was AOK. When I arrived at my destination I saw no oil in the sight glass. I filled up with a pint before running it again and rode home the next day, another 100 miles. When I got home it was very low again. I have made lots of rides at lower speeds without any issues. >
Probably goes without saying, but are you allowing time for the oil to drain down after the ride or checking it immediately after shutting down?