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Re:adding oil 11 Months, 2 Weeks ago  
Thank you for the help. I will remember to check it after warm up then cool down. And if I'm reading the owners manual correct oil changes are ever 4000 miles, right?
 
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Re:adding oil 11 Months, 2 Weeks ago  
Welcome to the clinic from Florida's west coast. Here is an official Yamaha video that explains why you want the oil hot when checking it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjG18WGbHMg
 
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Re:adding oil 11 Months, 2 Weeks ago  
I do not believe I am leaking oil. My bike is parked in my shed the same place every time and I see no evidence of oil leaks.
 
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Re:adding oil 11 Months, 2 Weeks ago  
Nate wrote:
Thank you for the help. I will remember to check it after warm up then cool down......

Check it while at normal operating temp after about a 15 min ride. Not cooled down.
 
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