Funny story ( not really)...when I got my 2003 she had been basically sitting for 4 years. Started occasionally and driven around the yard, thats it. Petcock was in OFF when I picked her up.

After a few days driving her, I couldnt figure out how my oil level went UP. I checked it each time that I rode and on the 4th or 5th ride it was covering the whole observation window. I figured I just didnt have the bike level enough.

Bike was having idle issues so I just moved the petcock to RES, no harm no foul...right? Luckily, I found this forum while looking for info on the idling problems.

Long story short, I had a bad petcock. there was well over 10 oz of gas in the crankcase. Air filter also stank of gas. Replaced with a Raptor and new air filter, then changed the oil. The first of many "wins" from the family here at SuzukiSavage.com.