Is this problem only during specific riding conditions, like deep snow that gets on the engine or extreme cold temps? Are certain bikes just more prone to it?
I just dumped the oil on my 2013 WR450 after my first ride and when I measured it I found the exact amount I had put in when I changed it before the ride. We rode about 5 hours, started out pretty cold, about 10F, but warmer during the ride. I had a hard time getting it started in the morning, but it ran fine all day. I tipped it over a few times, and it got hot a few times as well, but we weren't in very deep snow.
The idea of not changing my oil after every ride is pretty appealing, so it would be nice to just check the dipstick and call it good for a few rides. I'm running the Rotella oil. Is everyone changing their oil on every ride, or after so many hours depending on conditions?
I just dumped the oil on my 2013 WR450 after my first ride and when I measured it I found the exact amount I had put in when I changed it before the ride. We rode about 5 hours, started out pretty cold, about 10F, but warmer during the ride. I had a hard time getting it started in the morning, but it ran fine all day. I tipped it over a few times, and it got hot a few times as well, but we weren't in very deep snow.
The idea of not changing my oil after every ride is pretty appealing, so it would be nice to just check the dipstick and call it good for a few rides. I'm running the Rotella oil. Is everyone changing their oil on every ride, or after so many hours depending on conditions?
