2022 Kawasaki KLX300R Engine Oil
Engine Oil
In order for the engine, transmission and clutch to function properly, maintain the engine oil at the proper level, and change the oil and oil filter in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. Not only do dirt and metal particles collect in the oil, but the oil itself loses its lubricative quality if used too long.
WARNING
Motorcycle operation with insufficient, deteriorated, or contaminated engine oil will cause accelerated wear and may result in engine or transmission seizure, accident, and injury. Check the oil level before each ride and change the oil according to the periodic maintenance chart in the Owner’s Manual.
NOTICE
Racing the engine before the oil reaches every part can cause engine seizure.
Oil Level Inspection
- If the oil has just been changed, let the motorcycle sit a few minutes allowing the oil to settle.
- Start the engine and run it for several minutes at idle speed. Do not run the engine at high en- gine speed.
Stop the engine and wait several minutes for the oil to settle. - Check the engine oil level with the motorcycle ver tical through the oil level inspection window on the lower right side of the engine. The oil level should come up between the high and low level lines next to the oil level inspection window.
NOTE
- lf the oil level is too high, remove the excess oil using a syringe or other suitable device.
- lf the oil level is too low, add the correct amount of oil through the oil filler opening. Use oil of the same type and brand as those of the one that is already in the engine.
- lf no oil appears in the oil level inspection window, tip the motorcycle slightly to the right until oil is visible then return to an upright position. If no oil appears even when tipped at an extreme angle, remove the drain bolt to empty any oil that may be in the transmission and crankcase, reinstall the drain bolt and refill with the specified amount of oil.
A. Oil Level Inspection Window
B. High Level Line
C. Low Level Line
D. Oil Filler Cap
Oil and/or Oil Filter Change
The engine oil and/or oil filter should be changed periodically to ensure long engine life.
- Warm up the engine thoroughly so that the oil will pick up any sediment and drain easily.
- Stop the engine, and place a container beneath it.
- Remove the oil filler cap.
- Remove the oil drain bolt and gasket, and position vehicle by using the side stand to allow all the oil to drain.
A. Engine Oil Drain Bolt/Gasket
WARNING
Engine oil is a toxic substance. Dispose of used oil properly. Contact your local author ities for approved disposal methods or possible recycling. When the oil filter is replaced, remove the oil filter cover bolts, cover with O-ring and spring
A. Oil Filter Cover
B. Oil Filter Cover Bolts
- Replace the oil filter element and O-ring with new ones.
- Apply grease to the grommet and O-ring.
- Install the oil filter element so that the grommet should be inserted into the projection on the cap.
A. Oil Filter Element
B. Grommet
C. Projection
D. O-ring
NOTICE
Inside-Out installation stop oil flow, the causing engine seizure. Place the spring on the oil filter element.
NOTE
- Apply small amount of grease to the spring end so that the spring holding onto the filter element.
- Install the spring, filter element and cap into the clutch cover as a set
NOTE
- Be sure to fit the spring should be placed between the projections on the clutch cover.
- install the oil filter cover while aligning the oil holes between the cover and case.
A. Spring
B. Oil Filter Element
C. Cap
D. Tabs
E. Oil Holes
Tighten the oil filter cover bolts to the specified torque.
Tightening Torque
Oil Filter Cover Bolts:
9.8 Nm (1.0 kgfm, 89 in-lb)
After the oil has completely drained out, install the drain bolt with its new gasket. Proper torque for it is shown in the table
Engine Oil Drain Bolt:
15 Nm (1.5 kgfm, 11 ft:b)
NOTE
- 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, SM and JASO MA, MA1, MA2 rating
Viscosity: SAE 10W-40
Kawasaki Performance Oils and Lubricants have been specifically engineered for your vehicle. Con sistent use of these products meets or exceeds warranty and service requirements and can help to extend the life of your Kawasaki.
NOTE
Do not add any chemical additive to the oil. Oil fulfilling the above requirements are fully formu- lated and provide adequate lubrication for both the engine and the clutch.
Engine Oil Capacity
- 1.0 1.0L L (1.1 US qt) When filter is removed]
- 1.1 L (1.2 US qt) When filter is removed]
- 1.3 L (1.4 US qt) [When engine is completely dry
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.
- Install the oil filler cap.
- Start the engine.
- Check the oil level and oil leakage.