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How can I tell when it is time to change my bike's oil?

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Look up in your bike's service manual, how long your service intervals are (in time as well as kilometres). If you have passed the maximum amount of time or kilometres, it is time to change the oil.

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How do I change the oil of a Yahama TTR 230, and what oil is best to use?

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You take the drain plug out of the bottom of the engine, then put 10W-40 in the engine. Only use 10W-40, Yamaha says it lubricates the transmission for longer life.

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Does all the oil inside the engine drain out once the plug is removed?

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Yes, but it will take time, as oil is slow. Running the engine for 5 minutes before draining to make the oil hot, which will make it drain faster.

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Can it cause a problem if the oil is turning black?

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Changing the oil usually cleans the crankcase more, so see how often and fast the oil turns black. You might have to get the crankcase cleaned.

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