help please

[Moosehunter]

just purchased an 83 honda 200 for my g-kids to play with in the back yard.noticed that there is a tiny drip from the gearbox on it & don't want them having sad faces after using it for only a couple hours if it breaks... can you tell me what lub/oil & weight goes in the gearbox so i can get some & keep it topped up to keep their smiles topped up..lol... ty for any help

[jensenracing77]

on the 200X the gearbox and engine oil is the same. i would just get some 10w40 and keep around. i take it that you have not changed the oil since you got it? if not i would change it and clean the air filter. who knows when the last time the former owner changed it.

[MonroeMike]

Welcome to the board.

[Moosehunter]

thanks !! am new to this.. just got it for the grandkids as i have custody of them & love to spoil them..lol... i did clean the air filter & checked the brakes etc. (safety stuff) but i will now change the oil tomorrow... 10w40 is ok for up here in Canada where we can get plenty cold ?? & then keep the gear box topped up now that i know what to put in it... thanks again jensenracing77

[Yamaha_Rules69]

You might want to run 10w30 or even 5w30 if it gets really cold. I know how cold it can get, as I live in Minnesota. I have run the light 5w30 when it has gotten below zero, but if its above zero, I have never had a problem with the 10w30. Making sure the machine is fully warmed up is also a great idea before riding. Let it idle for at least a few minutes before riding in really cold weather will also help a lot, and let the oil thin a bit. Good luck, and another welcome to the boards!

[85Tecate]

i believe regular motor oil is what you need. 10w30 or 10w40.