Oil Change Maintenance

What is the purpose of an oil change?

• To save time and money

• To protect the motorcycle's engine

• To clean the motorcycle's filter

• To warm up the bike

What supplies do you need for an oil change?

• Center stand and gloves

• Drain pan and rags

• Funnel and strap wrench

• All of the above

When is the best time to change your oil?

• Before the bike is warmed up

• After the bike has cooled down

• While the bike is running

• During a rainstorm

What should you do before removing the drain plug?

• Wipe down the engine

• Put on gloves and goggles

• Remove the oil filter

• Check the oil level

How should you install a new oil filter?

• Apply oil to the sealing o-ring

• Use a torque wrench to tighten it

• Spin it on until it's snug

• Flip over the sealing washer

What is the risk of over tightening the drain plug?

• Damaging the oil filter

• Causing a leak in the engine

• Breaking the drain pan

• Stripping the threads in the engine

What should you do after adding fresh oil?

• Start the bike and let it idle

• Check the oil level and filter for leaks

• Recycle the used oil and filter

• All of the above

Where can you take your used oil and filter for recycling?

• Auto parts store

• Garbage bin

• Dumpster

• Compost pile

How often should you change your oil?

• Every week

• Every month

• As recommended in the owner's manual

• Only when the bike breaks down

What is the difference between synthetic, semi-synthetic, and mineral oil?

• Synthetic oil is made from plants, semi-synthetic oil is a mix of natural and synthetic oil, and mineral oil is extracted from rocks

• Synthetic oil is the most expensive, semi-synthetic oil is the least expensive, and mineral oil is in the middle

• Synthetic oil is man-made, semi-synthetic oil is a blend of synthetic and mineral oil, and mineral oil is derived from crude oil

• Synthetic oil is used for racing, semi-synthetic oil is used for regular maintenance, and mineral oil is used for vintage motorcycles