Oil level on 82 GS650GL

[AJB]

Hey, just a quick question as to how I check the engine oil level on my 1982 650GL.

Thanks!

[Nessism]

You can download a service manual for free from Cliff's website... http://members.dslextreme.com/users/bikecliff/

If you are changing the oil diesel engine oil is recommended.

Hope you are keeping up on the bikes other maintenance as well as oil changes. Valve adjustment is particularly critical or the engine will be damaged.

[Steve]

Hey, just a quick question as to how I check the engine oil level on my 1982 650GL.

Thanks!

Put it on the centerstand on level ground, inspect the level in the window at the bottom rear corner of the clutch cover.

Since you are obiously new to motorcycles, the bottom rear corner of the clutch cover is near your right foot, while you are on the bike.

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[shiznizbiz]

do as the others have said. but also make sure you havent rode it within the last 10 minutes or so. oil tends to seem low after a ride. let it settle.

[tom203]

If it's on centerstand and you don't see oil level, it might be slightly over the sight glass; just put it on kickstand for 30 seconds and then swing bike back up to level- you should see oil rise in window.

[shiznizbiz]

If it's on centerstand and you don't see oil level, it might be slightly over the sight glass; just put it on kickstand for 30 seconds and then swing bike back up to level- you should see oil rise in window.

good point....i forgot about that.

[1_v8_merc]

You can also do it without the centerstand, although I don't recommend it if you're not used to the weight and tipping point of your bike.