2022 Kawasaki KLX300/KLX300SM
Engine Oil
Oil Level Inspection
- If the engine is cold, start the engine and run it for several minutes at idle speed.
- Stop the engine, then wait for several minutes until the oil settles.
NOTICE
Racing the engine before the oil reaches every part can cause engine seizure.
- Check the engine oil level through the oil level inspection window. With the motorcycle held level, the oil level should come up between the upper and lower level lines next to the oil level inspection window.
- Oil Level Inspection Window
- Oil Filler Cap
- Upper-Level Line
- Lower Level Line
- If the oil level is too high, remove the excess oil through the oil filler opening using a syringe or some other suitable device.
- If the oil level is too low, add oil to reach the correct level. same type and brand of oil that is already in the engine. Use the
oil and/or Oil Filter Change
- Warm up the engine thoroughly, and then stop it.
- Place an oil pan beneath the engine.
- Remove the engine oil drain bolt and gasket.
WARNING
Engine oil is a toxic substance. Dispose of used oil properly. Contact your local authorities for approved disposal methods or possible recycling.
- Engine Oil Drain Bolt
- Gasket
- Let the oil completely drain with the motorcycle perpendicular to the ground.
- If the oil filter is to be replaced, remove the oil filter cap bolts, oil filter cap O-ring, and spring
NOTE
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- lf a torque wrench or required Kawasaki special tool is not availed- able, this item should be serviced by an authorized Kawasaki dealer.
- Oil Filter Cover
- Oil Filter Cover Bolts
- Replace the oil filter element with a new one.
- Apply engine oil to the grommet on the oil filter element.
- Install the oil filter element so that the grommet should be inserted onto the projection.
- Oil Filter Element
- Grommet
- Projection
NOTICE
Inside-Out installation stops oil flow, causing engine seizure.
- Replace the O-ring with a new one.
- Apply grease to the O-ring.
- Install the spring securely.
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- Tighten the oil filter cover bolts to the specified torque.
Tightening Torque
- After the oil has completely drained
out, install the drain bolt with its new
gasket. Proper torque for it is shown
in the table.
Tightening Torque
- Engine Oil Drain Bolt:
- 15 N m (1.5 kgf-m, 11 ft-lb)
NOTE
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- Replace the gasket and O-ring with new ones.
- Fill the engine up to the upper-level line with good quality engine oil specified in the table.
Recommended Engine Oil
- Type:
- Kawasaki Performance 4-Stroke
- Motorcycle Oil
- Kawasaki Performance 4-Stroke
- Semi-Synthetic Oil”
- Kawasaki Performance 4-Stroke Full
- Synthetic Oil
- or other 4-stroke oils with API SG, SH,
- SJ, SL, or SM with JASO MA, MA1 or
- MA2 rating
- Viscosity:
- SAE 10W-40
- Kawasaki Performance Oils and Lubricants have been specifically engineered for your vehicle. use of these products meets or ex- ceeds warranty and service requirements and can help to extend the life of your Kawasaki. Consistent
NOTE
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- `Do not add any chemical additive to the oil. Oils fulfilling the above re- requirements are fully formulated and provide adequate lubrication for both the engine and the clutch.
Engine Oil Capacity
- |1.0 L (1.1 US qt) when the filter is not removed]
- 1.1 L (1.2 Us qt) [when the filter is removed]
Although 10W-40 engine oil is the recommended oil for most conditions, the oil viscosity may need to be changed to accommodate atmospheric conditions in your riding area.
- Start the engine.
- Check the oil level and oil leakage.