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Correct as long as it is warm...meaning that your oil temp gauge has gone it's max (180-190F) then dipped a bit indicating your thermostat is open. Depending on ambient temp....that can be 5-20 minutes.

BTW, I'm not a fan of synthetic oil on air cooled engines.
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