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IMPORTANT

The Owner's Manual for this vehicle contains warnings, instructions and other information you must read and fully understand before safely riding or performing maintenance on this vehicle. Always follow the warnings and instructions in Owner's Manual.

Click the link above for the Table Of Contents, or download a full PDF of the Owner Manual in the Owner Support area of Polaris.com.

Engine Oil/Filter Change

Change the engine oil at the intervals specified in the Periodic Maintenance Table beginning on Maintenance Intervals. Change the oil more frequently if the motorcycle is subjected to severe use, especially operation in cold weather. See Severe Use Definition.

NOTICE
Failure to perform frequent oil changes during cold weather operation can result in condensation forming. Freezing condensation can result in plugged oil lines and serious engine damage.

The total amount of oil required for the oil and filter change is approximately 6.0 qts. (5.7 l). Follow all instructions carefully. Do not overfill.

NOTICE
After an oil change, the low oil pressure indicator may illuminate when the engine is started. If this occurs, do not increase RPM above idle speed until the indicator turns off. Operating above idle speed could result in damage to the engine.

  1. Change the oil and filter when the engine is warm. If the engine is cold, start the engine and allow it to run at idle for at least 5 minutes.

  2. Park the motorcycle with the sidestand down on a firm, level surface. If using a service lift, the motorcycle should be centered.

  3. Clean the area around the scavenge area drain plug 1 and the storage area drain plug 2. Place a drain pan under both drain plugs.

    CAUTION
    Hot oil can cause burns to skin. Do not allow hot oil to contact skin.

  4. Remove the drain plugs. Allow the oil to drain completely.

  5. Install new sealing washers on the drain plugs. The sealing surfaces on drain plugs and engine should be clean and free of burrs, nicks or scratches.

  6. Reinstall the drain plugs. Torque to specifications.

    TORQUE
    Drain Plug: 15 ft. lbs. (20 Nm).
    CAUTION
    Hot oil can cause burns to skin. Do not allow hot oil to contact skin. Wear leather gloves when handling hot components.

  7. Place oil pan beneath the oil filter. Using an oil filter wrench, turn the filter counter-clockwise to remove it.

  8. Using a clean dry cloth, clean the filter sealing surface on the engine.

  9. Lubricate the o-ring on the new filter with a film of fresh engine oil. Check to make sure the o-ring is in good condition.

  10. Install the new filter and rotate it clockwise by hand until the filter gasket contacts the sealing surface, then turn it an additional 3/4 to one full turn.

  11. Remove the dipstick. Add only 4.5 qts. (4.25 l) of the recommended oil at this step. Do not overfill.

  12. Reinstall the dipstick securely.

  13. With the motorcycle in an upright, centered position, start the engine and idle for 30 seconds.

  14. Stop the engine and add the additional 1 – 1.5 qts. (0.95 – 1.42 L) of engine oil. Do not add oil if oil level is between the ADD and FULL marks. Overfilling can result in loss of engine performance and an oil-saturated air filter. Use suction device to remove excess oil if overfilled.

  15. To ensure the oil level is within the safe operating range, re-check the oil level as outlined in Engine Oil Level.

    NOTICE
    After an oil change, the low oil pressure indicator may illuminate when the engine is started. If this occurs, do not increase RPM above idle speed until the indicator turns off. Operating above idle speed could result in damage to the engine.

  16. Dispose of used filter and oil properly.

  17. Check for leaks around drain plug and oil filter.

    NOTICE

    Recycle used oil and oil filter in accordance with local regulations.