Oil level when really hot?

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Thrilhou
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Forgive the question... I've searched but don't seem to find this anywhere.

Concerning oil level through the sight glass: I have checked my oil level exactly as stated in the manual: Start from cold, let warm up until choke is off and throttle responds well (~5-10min), turn off, let drain (~5-10min), check level. All of this is on the center stand.

Doing this the level looks good, just below the MAX line. Being new to a bike with a sight glass and not dip stick, do you find that your oil level is above the MAX line after riding the bike for awhile? It seems like this probably makes sense, but curious to hear other experiences. (Plus I want to be sure I am not over filling...)

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