Checking oil level.

[Sandro10]

Hey guys, new on this forum and just got my new S1000. Loving it so far!!

Question is, when checking the oil level, does the bike have to be leaning on it's kickstand or does it have to be upright? Just seems like upright is almost a 2 person job. Read the manual and it does not mention angle of bike. Any help is greatly appreciated.

[Spd_Dmn]

always upright on a level surface. It only takes a second to look so if you crouch on the LEFT side of your bike while holding the LEFT clip-on, you should be able to balance the bike. Or you can put it on a rear stand. Add the front stand and you'll have it completely level.

[Nismo400rgtr]

Page 105 of the owners manual does indicate that the bike should be held upright.

[moman]

Pg 105 of my manual says hold the motorcycle upright. My sight glass is on the left side of the bike

[Spd_Dmn]

Originally Posted by moman

Pg 105 of my manual says hold the motorcycle upright. My sight glass is on the left side of the bike

LOL I just noticed today that I indicated checking the right side. Oops, wrong bike. My track bike is on the right, but indeed, my S1 is on the left.

[Rainman]

Another hint.

If you're nervous about crouching down and holding the left handlebar with one hand (for balancing reasons), I've found that putting a 2x4 under the kickstand makes it just about level (maybe even a smidge to the right), so pulling on the left bar gives me more confidence while I'm looking.