how much oil ?

atrain · 09-28-2011, 06:20 AM

hey guys i just bought a 06 ktm 450 exc and was wondering how much oil it takes. and i also heard i should change the oil every 5 hours ? is that correct ? thanx

bajadog · 09-28-2011, 09:06 AM

You should be at about ~1.0 quart.

Use ONLY FULL synthetic.

I used to change my '03 at about 250 miles (just drain the oil no filters),
then 500-1000 filters and oil. This schedule was for dusty desert conditions.

Keep your air filter really clean.

atrain · 09-28-2011, 09:17 AM

thanx for the info , im really paranoid , i don t want to blow it up lol , its my first 4 stroke , and i didnt get a manual with the bike

bajadog · 09-28-2011, 03:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by atrain

thanx for the info , im really paranoid , i don t want to blow it up lol , its my first 4 stroke , and i didnt get a manual with the bike

You can get FREE owners manuals on most KTM parts websites, like Munnracing.com.

Check out the left side of the main page toward the bottom.