oil change

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My oil level is always too full from the dealer. I would put about 4 ounces less that 4 quarts, run it, and see where you are 3 minutes after stop on the center stand. It is very satisfying to look in the glass and see the level just touching the top mark.

When I got my bike new the oil was full up and over the top of the glass. Even putting the bike on the side stand did not reveal any clearance at the top of the glass. I took it back to the dealer and they drained out the excess (they got the bike from another dealer) and when I got it back it was perfect. They must have taken out half a quart.

Now this time, the oil is up to the top of the glass window, but when I put it on the side stand the level goes all the way down to the bottom of the glass window such that you have to turn the wiper to even see it. I am guessing I am only slightly over with this info and it is ok.

Too much oil in your crankcase is absolutely as dangerous for your engine as too little oil. So it really is important to have it right.

Too right, and I have had the same issue with my dealer. Oil is above the top of the sight glass. Looks like it might be just at the very top so I won't drain any but I prefer to see a little daylight there.