This is a structural part of the engine
which, in addition to containing the engine oil, has mechanical
functions as it is directly connected to the intermediate shaft
support.The aluminium alloy oil sump contains special
partitions which prevent the engine oil from moving around too vigorously and
possibly draining the pump.There is a reinforcement plate in the lower
part of the sump by the groove for housing the front section of
the exhaust pipe designed to restrain the exhaust pipe in the case
of sudden impacts.