2022 Kawasaki KLX300 / KLX300SM Engine Oil Owner’s Manual

2022 Kawasaki KLX300/KLX300SM Engine Oil

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 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. Use the same type and brand of oil that is already in the engine

Oil and/or Oil Filter Change
The oil change and oil filter replacement should be done by an authorized Kawasaki dealer.

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
• Engine Guard (Only on KLX300D)
  Tightening Torque
  • Engine Oil Drain Bolt:
  • 15 Nm (1.5 kgfm, 11 ft:lb)
    
• Oil Filter Cap
  Tightening Torque
  • Oil Filter Cap Bolts:
  • 9.8 Nm (1.0 kgfm, 87 in-lb)

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. Consistent use of these products meets or ex- ceeds warranty and service requirements and can help to extend the life of your Kawasaki.

NOTE

• • Do not add any chemical additive tothe oil. Oils fulfilling the above re requirements are fully formulated and provide adequate lubrication for both the engine and the clutch.
    Engine Oil Capacity
  • 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 condi- tions, the oil viscosity may need to be changed to accommodate atmo- spheric conditions in your riding area.