On the right side of the bike, there is a large Hex screw, on top of the cover plate, pull it, and there is a dip stick on it. It should show you where in your owners manual. You know to wipe it, stick it back in, and then pull it oout to read it right? Of course you do, your a smart fella with a question like that!
Formula+ or Syn3
White oil means you have water in your oil.
How do you change oil on a 2001 sportster 1200
3.5 quarts
3qts or 2.8l
40 oz.
modern Sportys hold 3.6 quarts
2.8 qts
Check out the pictures at the following website. The drain plug is toward the rear of the bike, in front of the rear tire. http://www.harleydavidsonmaintenance.com/sportster-oil-change.html
3 to 3 1/2 quarts.
The oil filter is located in front of the front cylinder
SAE 20W-50 Synthetic Motorcycle Oil