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Anonymous Posted on Nov 10, 2008

Oil check I own a 2007 vstar 650 silverado. I'm having trouble reading the oil level, I don't see any line showing the oil line, its only black, and this is with the bike upright. Hasn't been ridden much and is still in the break in period. How noticeable is the difference where the oil line should be. Also exactly were are the fill lines next to the glass? Thanks for any info!!!

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By now you've noticed it's not possible to sit on the bike and see the sightglass at the same time...get yourself an inspection mirror from Harbor Freight or anywhere that has tools. Get one with a handle that telescopes out. This way you can sit on the bike and use the mirror to see the sightglass. This will allow you to move the bike slightly off center and find the oil level. If it's covering the sightglass completely, it's too full. Black oil indicates a change badly needed and perhaps a filter that's not working properly. If it's still in breakin, then it's still under warranty. Get with your dealer..

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