HOME sm01414 8. Fill engine and perform a cold engine oil level check until oil level indicates a level on the cross-hatched band of the dipstick. See Cold Engine Oil Level Check under 1.8 ENGINE OIL AND FILTER . NOTE Maximum capacity of oil system is 4.7 liters (5 quarts). 9. Start engine and carefully check for oil leaks around drain plug and oil filter. 10. Perform a complete hot engine oil level check. See Hot Engine Oil Level Check in 1.8 ENGINE OIL AND FILTER . Figure 1-22. Lubricating New Oil Filter Gasket 2009 VRSC Service: Maintenance 1-19 Table 1-7. Recommended Engine Oils:
VRSC Models HARLEY-DAVIDSON TYPE VISCOSITY HARLEY-DAVIDSON RATING LOWEST AMBIENT TEMPERATURE COLD WEATHER STARTS BELOW 50° F (10° C) HD Multi-grade SAE 10W40 HD 360 Below 40° F (4° C) Excellent HD Multi-grade SAE 20W50 HD 360 Above 40° F (4° C) Good