I know that there is a wealth of discussion on the Forum regarding this topic but, after my last oil change, I find that the oil level reads at the bottom mark following the application of 2.5l of oil. This is the maximum recommended and stamped on the motor. Indeed, this volume appears to only be appropriate after a complete service including filters. The manual states that the oil must be checked with the dip stick inserted but not screwed down. This has been the procedure advocated by a number of respondents to the various threads on this topic. Back in 2010, Pam Pete begged to differ. He suggests,
Do I measure the oil level with the stick screwed down or do I leave it resting on the threads?
The bike is an SE.
This seems to be the situation. So what is the definitive answer? I do not want to head into the boondocks with a motor that is eligible for seizure. I do not want to overfill the case and suffer pressure induced leak (?).the manual says to check the oil level with the dipstick unscrewed and resting on the threads, but if you check the oil level the next time you change oil, you will see that the dip stick has to be screwed in to read correctly. Doing this right after you change oil is the only time you know exactly how much oil is in the crankcase.
Do I measure the oil level with the stick screwed down or do I leave it resting on the threads?
The bike is an SE.