Wed, 20 May 1998 21:35:46 +0100 - Message No. 3113
From: nicky@purplei.com

Subject: Excessive oil consumption


Just a query for anyone who may know the answer. I bought an Africa Twin
(XRV 750) new in January 1998 (zero mileage). After the 1000km service I
did a trip to Morrocco from England. I found that the engine used 1
litre of engine oil for 6000km's of travel. This has not stopped and the
bike has now done 11000km. The dealer says it just needs a service and
the valve clearance's setting. I don't agree, if a bike is using that
much oil then there must be a fault with the structure of the engine.

What are your opinions and has anyone had the same problem?




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