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Main Area => General GS500 Discussion => Topic started by: vorBH on September 18, 2009, 07:11:20 AM

Title: Whats with the changing oil levels in the GS?
Post by: vorBH on September 18, 2009, 07:11:20 AM
Why does the oil burn away in the GS? Engine oil should not burn....
I remember it came up previously on the forum to always check you oil level, in any type of vehicle...but this GS oil levels really do drop...is this normal?....its an 07
I would have too be fair and admit that I do run it on high RPM's too much of the time
Title: Re: Whats with the changing oil levels in the GS?
Post by: DoD#i on September 18, 2009, 07:43:51 AM
A certain amount of oil gets past the piston rings and is burned - they don't make a perfect seal. Air cooled engines need sloppier tolerances than water cooled engines, as they operate at a wider temperature range - and high RPMs aggravate oil consumption. Relax, check the oil, and add as needed.
Title: Re: Whats with the changing oil levels in the GS?
Post by: vorBH on September 18, 2009, 08:14:31 AM
Makes sense, thanks