Revision question · Safety and your motorcycle

What problem could be caused by putting too much oil in your engine?

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Low oil pressure

Engine overheating

Stiffer gear changes

Oil leaks

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Oil leaksThis was the right answer

Too much oil in the engine will create excess crankcase pressure. This could damage engine seals and cause oil leaks. Any excess oil should be drained off.

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Too much engine oil can also cause damageReviewed guidance summary · The technical engine source directly connects overfilling with pressure-related leaks and seal damage.

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