Oil Level - Correct?

Jam911 · 20-07-2021, 05:10 PM

Hi All

Can you please tell me if this is the correct amount of oil in the engine or does it need a top up and where to on the glass?

Picture taken on paddock stand

Thanks in advance

IMG_1011 by James Green, on Flickr

Albie · 20-07-2021, 05:18 PM

There should be an aluminium plate level badge between the lines. They do fall off sometimes or fade but as long as it's in the middle on a flat surface I wouldn't be worrying. There are at least 2 badges with different images so if your searching for one make sure year apparent.

Jam911 · 20-07-2021, 05:54 PM

After a Google search I believe the high and low level are on the actual engine casing.

Does this sound right for 98 M900?

Luddite · 20-07-2021, 07:01 PM

There were two different plates depending on the model year. The earliest Monsters had 43310281A

And the later models, (including your 1998 Monster) used 43310281C.

As you can see, the level lines are different on the two plates and I think the higher lines represent about 250ml additional oil.

Your plate is apparently still available and, according to Ducati Coventry, is only £3.90.

The plate mounts between the two raised lines on the crankcase.

Darkness · 20-07-2021, 08:08 PM

The oil level plate fits between the two ribs cast into the casing, so the high level is just under the top rib and the low level is midway between the ribs.

More significant than the difference between the two plates is whether your bike was on the sidestand or “level” when you took the photo’s. With the right quantity of oul in it pretty much disappears from the window whilst on the side stand.

Darren69 · 20-07-2021, 08:46 PM

Looks like the oil is on the Min level.

Jam911 · 21-07-2021, 09:37 AM

Thanks for all the info and great tips.

Oil level plate ordered.

Love the Forum !!

Luddite · 21-07-2021, 11:35 AM

I hope I haven't pointed you in the wrong direction, James. In buzzer's original restoration thread, he said it was a 1998 model, which would have used the later oil level plate.

However, looking at the picture of the unrestored bike

I see it had the old-style fluted clutch cover, which would suggest it's a pre-1998 model. If that's the case then, unfortunately, you'd need the other plate, which is no longer available.

The resolution on that picture isn't sharp enough to see where the lines are on the original plate so I'd suggest you PM buzzer and ask if he can check his photos for a clear picture of the original item.

If it turns out that you need an earlier plate, Albie might be able to point you in the right direction.

Jam911 · 21-07-2021, 12:08 PM

All the paperwork says it is a 98 bike...I will ask Buzzer

I have email Ducati Coventry to cancel the part until I know for sure.

Darkness · 21-07-2021, 12:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Luddite

..looking at the picture of the unrestored bike

The resolution on that picture isn't sharp enough to see where the lines are on the original plate so I'd suggest you PM buzzer and ask if he can check his photos for a clear picture of the original item.

Looking closely at that photo’, the lines are clearly visible in the higher positions.

Luddite · 21-07-2021, 12:42 PM

I managed to find a slightly clearer image on buzzer's YouTube channel and it looks as if it's the earlier plate...

Albie · 21-07-2021, 07:16 PM

I bought a complete clutch cover to replace the badge removed it then sold it on. I think I was a few quid down.

Jam911 · 07-08-2021, 06:55 PM

Found one that is not too silly money...thank chaps

20-07-2021, 05:10 PM	#1
Jam911 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Stratford Upon Avon Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 288	Oil Level - Correct? Hi All Can you please tell me if this is the correct amount of oil in the engine or does it need a top up and where to on the glass? Picture taken on paddock stand Thanks in advance IMG_1011 by James Green, on Flickr

20-07-2021, 05:18 PM	#2
Albie Fanactical volunteer Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Kent Bike: M900 Posts: 9,033	There should be an aluminium plate level badge between the lines. They do fall off sometimes or fade but as long as it's in the middle on a flat surface I wouldn't be worrying. There are at least 2 badges with different images so if your searching for one make sure year apparent. __________________ http://albies93m900.blogspot.co.uk/

20-07-2021, 08:08 PM	#5
Darkness . Join Date: May 2007 Location: Stockbridge Bike: M900 Posts: 1,984	The oil level plate fits between the two ribs cast into the casing, so the high level is just under the top rib and the low level is midway between the ribs. More significant than the difference between the two plates is whether your bike was on the sidestand or “level” when you took the photo’s. With the right quantity of oul in it pretty much disappears from the window whilst on the side stand. __________________ Original and Best since 1993 Last edited by Darkness; 20-07-2021 at 08:10 PM..

20-07-2021, 08:46 PM	#6
Darren69 Transmaniacon MOC Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Sutton In Ashfield Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 6,025	Looks like the oil is on the Min level. __________________ Roast Beef Monster! Termignoni and Bucci - Italian for pipe and slippers! S4 Fogarty, S4R 07T, 748, Series 1 Mirage

21-07-2021, 11:35 AM	#8
Luddite Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Southampton Bike: M1100evo Posts: 2,465	I hope I haven't pointed you in the wrong direction, James. In buzzer's original restoration thread, he said it was a 1998 model, which would have used the later oil level plate. However, looking at the picture of the unrestored bike I see it had the old-style fluted clutch cover, which would suggest it's a pre-1998 model. If that's the case then, unfortunately, you'd need the other plate, which is no longer available. The resolution on that picture isn't sharp enough to see where the lines are on the original plate so I'd suggest you PM buzzer and ask if he can check his photos for a clear picture of the original item. If it turns out that you need an earlier plate, Albie might be able to point you in the right direction. Last edited by Luddite; 21-07-2021 at 11:38 AM..

20-07-2021, 05:54 PM	#3
Jam911 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Stratford Upon Avon Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 288	After a Google search I believe the high and low level are on the actual engine casing. Does this sound right for 98 M900?

20-07-2021, 07:01 PM	#4
Luddite Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Southampton Bike: M1100evo Posts: 2,465	There were two different plates depending on the model year. The earliest Monsters had 43310281A And the later models, (including your 1998 Monster) used 43310281C. As you can see, the level lines are different on the two plates and I think the higher lines represent about 250ml additional oil. Your plate is apparently still available and, according to Ducati Coventry, is only £3.90. The plate mounts between the two raised lines on the crankcase.

21-07-2021, 09:37 AM	#7
Jam911 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Stratford Upon Avon Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 288	Thanks for all the info and great tips. Oil level plate ordered. Love the Forum !!

21-07-2021, 12:08 PM	#9
Jam911 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Stratford Upon Avon Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 288	All the paperwork says it is a 98 bike...I will ask Buzzer I have email Ducati Coventry to cancel the part until I know for sure. Last edited by Jam911; 21-07-2021 at 12:13 PM..

21-07-2021, 12:42 PM	#11
Luddite Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Southampton Bike: M1100evo Posts: 2,465	I managed to find a slightly clearer image on buzzer's YouTube channel and it looks as if it's the earlier plate...

21-07-2021, 07:16 PM	#12
Albie Fanactical volunteer Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Kent Bike: M900 Posts: 9,033	I bought a complete clutch cover to replace the badge removed it then sold it on. I think I was a few quid down. __________________ http://albies93m900.blogspot.co.uk/

07-08-2021, 06:55 PM	#13
Jam911 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Stratford Upon Avon Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 288	Found one that is not too silly money...thank chaps