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i will drain the crank case and make sure to level the correct amount. and also check for the vent hole. thanks here is a pis of my beast (if i can figure out the upload)

FWIW, Many here like to use Belray "Gear Saver" transmission oil. (80w or 85W) It seems to keep the clutch happy.

J

where can i get bel ray. this is all great info for me, I also bought a 77 kh 400 that is super nice shape. this is my first dive into triples. it is a bit of a change as most of my bikes are 70's little harley two stroke singles, besides my driver last year a 1983 sc550 nighthawk i picked up.

I'm old and can't see oil on the stick so I black sharpie the end - makes it easier to see the level - BUT - l like I said I use an exact ratio cup to measure too - 1.5qts for H2.

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This is true. Where I grew up the hills were so steep and long, when your ball rolled down the hill you just said "screw it"...

^^^H1s are less capacity than H2s.

Rub the oil stick sideways down the palm of your hand and note the position of the smear (relative to the stick)!

Call around to the bike dealers for Belray products.

J

Yep, that's why I qualified H2. don't have H1 capacity handy.

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This is true. Where I grew up the hills were so steep and long, when your ball rolled down the hill you just said "screw it"...

I use a paper towel to wipe the dipstick then when I pull it out I lay it on a clean part of the towel, you can easily see (especially with the red stuff!) the edge of the wet is your level line.

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We don't need no stinkin' Cams!

hey guys i was able to fill the oil level to exactly 1.3 quarts. I also ordered a s2 kick stand so my bike won't lean so far, I think this will help it is 1 1/2 " longer.