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White streaks during oil change

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I was changing my oil today when I noticed white streaks during the drain (see picture). My assumption is that it's from condensation since my Speed has been sitting for almost a year in various stages of a valve check (I know, a year... life gets in the way). Once i completed the valve check I started it up a few times - I say at least 3 times (not ridden). I hope this is the reason - with only 12K miles, I hope it's not something worse.

Should I refill and check it after regular use, or should I bring her to the dealer?
 

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I think you'd be fine, how is your coolant level? Oil can get that way after sitting a while, a coolant leak can have that same effect but would make it more of a milkshake type consistency. If you aren't losing coolant I would just ride and monitor for a couple of rides and you're probably fine. No white smoke (after warmup - normal condensation) in the exhaust?
 
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I was changing my oil today when I noticed white streaks during the drain (see picture). My assumption is that it's from condensation since my Speed has been sitting for almost a year...
....I started it up a few times - I say at least 3 times (not ridden).
Condensation for sure. Exactly why I never start my bikes during winter layover. Only creates condensation that does not evaporate because engine never really gets up to temp for long enough cook off water.
 
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