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After reading dozen+ threads on how to check friggin oil...

3.5K views 46 replies 20 participants last post by  Chief T  
#1 ·
Hey all, sorry for having to ask how to check oil, but....

I have about 2k on my current oil change on my 2017 roadmaster. Used the kit that came with 1/2 Q, so it must have been the 5.5 kit and filter.

Anyway... checking on side stand, there is only maybe 1/2 inch on the dips still.. way below add on on this dipstick, but I don't think this dipstick is stock.

checking with bike upright, not getting anything on the dip. I could swear after changing oil, I was oil level way up on this dipstick above the add line.

While on the side stand, oil is no where near the bottom of the thread of the dipstick hole. No leaks, can't imagine it burned that much oil in 2k miles. What am I missing? Am about to drain this thing and add back 5.5 Q.
 
#38 ·
I remember reading where the legend himself, Larry, checked his cold, parked in the same place, with a 2x4 under the kickstand to give it a more upright position. He said he would check it cold after the oil had been changed and just make sure it’s the same spot everytime.

something like that anyway.
 
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