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frothy oil?



Hello,
Sorry to go on about possible coolant probs after my calmer missives 
yesterday evening, but I was wondering if any amount of froth in the oil, 
whilst the engine is in operation, is abnormal? (disappearing after a couple 
of minutes or so when stopped)
Unfortunately I didn't check yesterday exactly how much coolant the dealer's 
mechanic added, but today it is (still/again) below the minimum. I looked 
through the oil level window with the engine warmed up and noticed a couple 
of mms of froth on top of the oil (which itself looks normal). As I say, 
after a very few minutes the froth disappears. I'm just wondering if hot, 
agitated oil is "allowed" to be a little frothy, or if any froth at all is a 
symptom that all is not well?
The bike will rest over the weekend but on Monday I'll get the coolant level 
up to maximum myself, then keep a more "measured" eye on what gives, if 
anything...
Thanks again, sorry if I sound a little stressed again!
Paul
The Hague, NL

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