Oil and Maintenance Guide for 1987 Kawasaki Mojave 250
Engine Oil and Service
Servicing the 1987 Kawasaki Mojave 250 starts with selecting oil for the engine and checking the available service details. For engine-oil service, 10W-40 is among the oil grades identified for this model. The oil application is 4-stroke, which is worth checking when selecting an oil made for powersports engines.
The available engine-oil capacity figure is 1.9 quarts. Follow the service procedure and check the final level rather than relying on the quantity alone. Among the synthetic oil choices returned for this application are 10W-40 Synthetic ATV/UTV Engine Oil, Formula 4-Stroke Power Sports Synthetic Motor Oil.
Filters and Service Parts
Oil-filter part options shown for this model include EAOM109-EA. Check the application details before ordering.
How much oil does a 1987 Kawasaki Mojave 250 take?
The available engine-oil capacity figure is 1.9 quarts. The amount added during a routine drain may differ from the listed capacity; use the correct level-check procedure when refilling.
What oil filter is listed for a 1987 Kawasaki Mojave 250?
The oil-filter catalog lists EAOM109-EA for this application.
Does using synthetic oil change the viscosity grade an ATV needs?
No. Synthetic describes how the oil is formulated; it is separate from the SAE viscosity grade. A synthetic oil still needs the appropriate grade and engine-application specifications.
Why does oil viscosity matter when an ATV engine starts cold?
Oil must flow during startup yet remain suitable at operating temperature. The cold-temperature and hot-temperature ratings describe different conditions; neither alone proves that a product meets all the engine’s specifications.

