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Posted by: 03KawiKFX400

I bought my KFX not too long ago and its time to change the engine oil. What brand should i use and how many quart do i need to buy? I believe im supposed to be using 10w40. Also should i go synthedic?

Thanks for the replies in advance
Dan

Posted by: drzoo2

With a filter change it takes 2200ml. You'll get a lot of responses on regular or synthetic. Just get a high grade Motorcycle oil. Make sure it's made for a wet clutch. Motorcycle oil doesn't have the friction modifiers in it like regular car engine oil.

z

Posted by: charlie211

With Suzuki 10w - 40, 4 stroke oil you can't go wrong...

Mine took a little under 2.5 quarts with new filter, but it is possible my quad has had a big bore kit done to it also.

Posted by: 03KawiKFX400

Thanks guys! How ofter should i change the tranny oil and what should i use?

Posted by: drzoo2

Same thing, they are not separate.

Posted by: 03KawiKFX400

quote:
Originally posted by drzoo2
Same thing, they are not separate.

LOL...thats why I need a service manual. I got a great deal on the quad but it didnt come with a manual. Also what oil are you using? Thanks for the info.

Posted by: charlie211

Here is a tid bit that wasn't in the Clemen's repair manual and that is where the oil filter is at. If you are sitting on the bike it is on the right hand side above the water pump. The cover has 3 screws in it in the shape of a triangle...

I took me awhile to find mine, hope it helps...

Posted by: 03KawiKFX400

quote:
Originally posted by charlie211
Here is a tid bit that wasn't in the Clemen's repair manual and that is where the oil filter is at. If you are sitting on the bike it is on the right hand side above the water pump. The cover has 3 screws in it in the shape of a triangle...

I took me awhile to find mine, hope it helps...

Thanks..I probably would have posted where to find it in the middle of my oil change.

Posted by: 03KawiKFX400

quote:
Originally posted by charlie211
Here is a tid bit that wasn't in the Clemen's repair manual and that is where the oil filter is at. If you are sitting on the bike it is on the right hand side above the water pump. The cover has 3 screws in it in the shape of a triangle...

I took me awhile to find mine, hope it helps...

Thanks.. you saved me from a future thread!

Posted by: drzoo2

Maxima ATV oil.
http://www.rockymountainatv.com/ima..._atv_hi_per.jpg
4 something a quart
z

Posted by: 1992 Trx 250x

i prefer to run semi-synthetic. i have noticed a drop in engine temp when using synthetic as opposed to petrol oil. i dont think you really need a full sythetic unless you have like a big bore kit...

one more tid bit, you're going to want to drain from the tranny AND the oil tank. i made that mistake the first couple changes then realized...it didn't do anything but its a good idea to have all fresh oil...

Posted by: 03KawiKFX400

quote:
Originally posted by 1992 Trx 250x
i prefer to run semi-synthetic. i have noticed a drop in engine temp when using synthetic as opposed to petrol oil. i dont think you really need a full sythetic unless you have like a big bore kit...

one more tid bit, you're going to want to drain from the tranny AND the oil tank. i made that mistake the first couple changes then realized...it didn't do anything but its a good idea to have all fresh oil...

Thanks for the helpful info..I did the oil change but didnt drain it from the tranny...so next time...

Posted by: drzoo2

The Z motor is a dry sump engine meaning oil is not kept inside the crankcase but is in remote tank. That being said there is some residual oil in the crank case that needs to be drained at the same time. In other words there are two oil plugs. One on the tank and one on the bottom of the engine.

z