How To Check Your Motorcycle’s Oil
If you read our essential blog, “How Often Should I Service My Motorcycle?”, you might be wondering how you can get ahead of the curve on necessary maintenance items like oil changes instead of waiting for disaster to strike, or perhaps you want some insight on how the service professionals at our Motorcycle service center in Tigard work their magic.
Regardless, here are quick instructions on how to check your motorcycle’s oil.
How To Check The Oil In Your Motorcycle
Motorcycles With A Sight Glass
For motorcycles with a sight glass, checking your oil level takes little effort. First, make sure your bike is level. Through your sight glass, check to see if the oil line resides within the designated tick marks. If not, it’s time for an oil change.
Motorcycles With A Dipstick
Not unlike their four-wheeled counterparts, many motorcycles require you to use a dipstick check your oil.
Follow these steps:
Check your model’s specific owner’s manual for how to accurately check you oil
Pull the dipstick out from the oil reservoir. Then, clean off the dipstick with a cloth. Reinsert your clean dipstick into the oil reservoir and pull it out once more. Finally, you can assess your oil level and condition.
If you are unsure where to find your sight glass or oil reservoir, consult your specific model's owner's manual for detailed instructions.
How Much Does A Motorcycle Oil Change Cost?
At Beaverton Motorcycles, an oil and filter change costs $64.99 for most bikes.
Where To Get Motorcycle Oil Change?
Beaverton, Portland, and Tigard area riders can visit Beaverton Motorcycles for a quick, affordable oil and filter change. As we stock a wide range of brand name oils and OEM oil filters, we make sure your cherished set of wheels leaves our service center ready to rip the open road or trail.
To save time, we recommend scheduling a service appointment in advance.
If you have any questions about the oil in your motorcycle, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at Beaverton Motorcycles.