Ninja 250 how much oil

Remove the oil filter cover and remove the oil filter. Check the filter for debris. Put in the new oil filter. This is the same filter as the one on the classic.

Check that all the parts for the filter assembly are in the right order , especially the washer part below. Here's the diagram:. Next step is to add oil. The '08 uses 1. Pour in about 1. Then, shut off the engine and wait several minutes for the oil to drain down. This oil should be drained periodically, although don't expect much to come out under normal circumstances.

There is a drain plug at the bottom of the hose. Find the end of the hose, right down by the swingarm and clutch release lever on the right side. You won't need to remove any body parts to get at it. You'll find a metal clip holding the plug in. Use a pair of pliers to squeeze the clip and move it up the hose. You can then use the pliers to pull the plug out. Just twist it a little; it's not threaded.

Drain any oil that may have accumulated in the tube. Have a rag or small container handy to catch the oil. Replace the plug and move the clip back in place to hold it in. This is something that should be done at least by the second or third oil change on a new bike, and on the first on a used one. For more information, look here. Jump to: navigation , search. Category : Engine. Personal tools Log in. Contents 1 Stuff you need 2 The process 3 Notes 4 Airbox drain hose service 5 Often forgotten: Checking the oil screen Stuff you need Once you decide to change the oil in your bike, the process is not that difficult.

The process Warm up the engine by riding it. Place the spring over the bolt, follower by the washer as shown. Here is a diagram of the filter assembly. Recycle Make sure you check for leaks, and check your oil level frequently. Notes When the bike is on its centerstand the level in the sight glass will be lower.

When both wheels are on the ground the level will show a more full reading. The bike is tilted forward and isn't level when on the centerstand, so the level appears a little lower. The recommended check method is with both wheels on the ground, but there's only a small variation between on and off the centerstand; as long as you're in the middle of the sight glass or above with either method you're fine.

Be happy and go ride. A common mistake when putting the oil filter assembly back together is to forget to replace the small washer part in the diagram above. Set the two carburetor parts back in the parts wash bathtub. Pour kerosene into the aerating parts wash bathtub until it covers the carburetor parts. Once the bowls are removed, spray some carburetor cleaner up inside, wait a few minutes, then spray again to ensure coverage. Begin typing your search term above and press enter to search.

Press ESC to cancel. Skip to content Home Resume How much oil does a ninja take? Ben Davis February 27, August 10th, , AM M-Oorb. I did buy the bike used with 8 miles on it. An old man bought it thinking he could reclaim his youth but he couldn't keep his balance and his wife kicked his ass for it too.

August 10th, , PM Purspeed. There are many like it, but this one is mine Nov, August 18th, , PM TreyE. Hey didn't wanna start new thread, but the place who filled my oil the other day filled it so when my bike is upright the oil sight thingy is completely filled. Only when tilted maybe degrees will i see air in the sight. Will I be fine to drive it back to the place maybe 20 miles away? August 18th, , PM kkim. It would be better to take some out.. Originally Posted by kkim. August 4th, , AM davidgz.

To torque, or not to torgue; that is the question. Hello all. First a quick history, then my question Had my for a few weeks now. Put about miles on it so far. Now has about miles on it. Runs great!!!!! Previous owner bought new and says he had oil changed about 11 months ago, and only rode about miles since then.

Bike was stored in his garage on a battery tender. He said he would start it and run it a few blocks about once a month to keep it running before he sold it to me. Think when I get home from vacation this weekend I am gonna attempt my first oil, and filter change. Book says torque to I do not currently own a torque wrench. So my question is should I go buy one?

If not; what is rule of thumb on tightening with a standard ratchet so I don't over, or under tighten? I do feel this question must have been asked and answered somewhere here on this forum; but could not find it. I would be happy if someone could answer or shoot me a link to where it was already answered. Thanks everyone. August 4th, , AM johnjohn. Buy a torque wrench to do the change. Years of millwrighting you seem to get a general feel when bolts are tight and tight enough to overcome the torque situation.

Am I correct in believing I think your concern of my stripping the bolt is well founded. I am a bit nervous at the idea of causing a major screw up on a simple task of tightening a bolt.

Originally Posted by johnjohn. The filter bolt is one you definitely don't want to screw up as the thread is inside the engine casing. Expensive repair. August 4th, , PM kkim. I caution you August 4th, , PM captlombardi. Shouldn't be too big of a deal, but if you use the wiki website for info make sure you are looking at the new gen section. The main contents page takes you to information for the pre gen, I guess they don't have enough new-gen articles to give it its own contents page.

Oil change info between the two is slightly different but not enough to ruin your bike if you follow the pre-gen oil change instructions.