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Aussiexbox
Posted on Wednesday, February 18, 2009 - 04:47 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Okay this is a broad based thread I know,but I am trying to get an idea of what oils people are using?the reason being is I have started doing some research on different brands of oils,because from what I am reading the Screamin Eagle oil is really not all it's cracked up to be,and then my 2nd part of the question is,if you do use a different oil brand,do you use it all the way thru the bike,ie: primary case and engine or just engine?I noticed on the Castrol website that they have 1 oil or the crankcase,and another for the primary,and if your wondering why I ask these questions,it's because my warranty is now expired and I am going to do all my own service work,well most of it anyway's.
Cheers Phil
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Froggy
Posted on Friday, February 20, 2009 - 12:22 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

In the states at least, you can use whatever oil you want and not worry about the warranty, assuming you don't go and put something totally wrong in and it grenades the engine.


Anyway I run the Harley Syn3 in the engine and Formula+ in the primary. My most recent change I used Mobil 1 Diesel 10w-40 because of the cold weather, it is hard to start.

Also, whatever you do, do not use gear oil or any other GL5 in the primary as it can cause stator damage. Its only a quart, so just use the Formula+
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Aussiexbox
Posted on Friday, February 20, 2009 - 03:36 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Thanks Froggy,I run Syn 3 in the bike now,but I want to use an oil that I can get locally,otherwise I have to get it from my dealer 5 hours away,but the real reason is that I read some info in regards to Sunoco oils and internal scarring of engines,I am looking at Motul oils if I can get them from my local auto shop.keep the info coming guys & gals
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Marko138
Posted on Friday, February 20, 2009 - 10:01 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I use Amsoil vtwin in both holes. Runs great, fan comes on less, and it shifts smoother. Win.
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Buell_bert
Posted on Saturday, February 21, 2009 - 01:48 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I use just 20-50 regular oil in both my bikes. And 15-30 years ago I used to use straight 40 or 50 wt. racing oil in my 74cu chopped Super Glide. (Any oil is better than no oil.). Although I tend to be anal to the point that I change it way to often or soon. Hell if you use a good quality oil and change it regularly and don't abuse the machine it should last a long time. Oil is cheap and rebuilding an engine is expensive, although to some people, changing oil and rebuilding an engine is FUN. And I do like to have fun.
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Aussiexbox
Posted on Saturday, February 21, 2009 - 01:49 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Yeah have a guy wanting to sell me some here from the Gold Coast,$85AUD a gallon,and about$15AUD delivery costs,I think that works out at about 55USD a gallon in your money.
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Boltrider
Posted on Friday, February 27, 2009 - 12:31 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I'm running Syn3 right now, but will switch to Mobil1 V Twin with my next oil change. The Harley Syn3 is around $12/quart. Mobil1 is about $10/quart. I'll be using it in the primary and the motor.
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Kalali
Posted on Friday, February 27, 2009 - 12:13 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I am sure this question has been asked before but is there enough difference between the Mobil1 (auto 15/50) and the Vtwin (I am guessing 20/50) to justify the cost difference?
I can get the Mobil1 15/50 from Costco for about $5.95 a quart.
Thanks.
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Sort23
Posted on Friday, February 27, 2009 - 08:44 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Syn3 both holes.
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Aussiexbox
Posted on Friday, March 27, 2009 - 06:07 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

After changing to the Amsoil,I have to say the shift is silky smooth now,where as before it was notchy,so I have to say at this point in time happy with the change,and I can get the oil locally.
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Doz
Posted on Monday, June 15, 2009 - 05:09 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Just noticed that mobil 1 makes an all purpose type oil, good for both engine and trans....any feedback on that stuff?
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Coarch
Posted on Monday, June 15, 2009 - 06:43 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Redline 75w50
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Gbaz
Posted on Tuesday, June 16, 2009 - 07:58 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Doz, got a link to the oil you are refering to? I have syn 3 in the engine and M1 15/50 in the primary. I think a gal of M1 15/50 is $22 at walley world. Next trip to Sams need to see what oil they carry. i know they have Shell Rotella T...
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Buford
Posted on Friday, July 10, 2009 - 01:04 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Mobil 1 20-50 Vtwin in the tranny and RP 20-50 Max Cycle plus half a pint of Schaeffer's Moly E.P. Oil Treatment for the motor. The RP did not do well in the tranny..so switched back to the Vtwin after a day.

Buford is happy..

(Message edited by Buford on July 10, 2009)
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Buell_bert
Posted on Saturday, July 11, 2009 - 11:24 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Please be carefull on using moly on certain applications. I just remember that when I worked as a mechanic
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Freezerburn840
Posted on Tuesday, July 14, 2009 - 06:00 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Amsoil 20 50 (MCV) Motorcycle. $8.25 qt
Amsoil 20 50 (ARO) Motor Oil. $6.80 qt

Mobil 1 15 50 Car oil $5.50 qt or $22 gal.
Mobil 1 20 50 V twin $8.25 qt.

I have tried only the 20 50 ams (mcv)
and the 15 50 mobil 1.
The cool thing about Amsoil is their oils are more universal so the (ARO) can be used in our bikes in both holes MA rating. I guess the (MCV)gets the new MA2 rating. Both oils are API SL/CF, CI-4 Plus
API SJ, SH, SG...
ISO-L-EMA
JASO MA (Motorcycle)
Cummins 20071, 20072, 20076, 20077.
The (MCV) gets a couple extra ratings but I dont know if warrants the extra price.
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Kalifornia
Posted on Tuesday, February 09, 2010 - 12:48 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I run diesel oil, bob the oil guy is a must visit oil forum.
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Kevinjgray88
Posted on Monday, March 15, 2010 - 03:43 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

when you say both holes you are talkin tranny and engine right
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Toecutter
Posted on Friday, March 19, 2010 - 08:01 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Yes, that is generally what is meant by "both holes".

I use Mobil 1 15W50 in the Engine and H-D Formula+ in the primary.
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Pso
Posted on Saturday, March 20, 2010 - 08:56 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Mobile 1 and Formula+
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96s2t
Posted on Wednesday, May 19, 2010 - 08:51 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Syn 3 in both holes on a 1996 S2T with over 70,000 miles on it.
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Bcmike
Posted on Sunday, May 23, 2010 - 01:38 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Mobil 15w50 and Formula+ in my 09 Uly XT.
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Purpony
Posted on Friday, June 04, 2010 - 08:16 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Always run amsoil 20w-50
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Buford
Posted on Sunday, June 06, 2010 - 05:18 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Am now running Schaeffers 7000 20-50 semi-syn in both engine and tranny. Add half a pint of Schaeffers 132 Moly Trt additive in the engine.
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Tick
Posted on Friday, July 09, 2010 - 03:14 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

i live in az i run 50w in the winter 60w in the summer in my xb12ss
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Imadog
Posted on Friday, August 30, 2013 - 07:05 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Hey guys! I've had my 2000 M2 for about a year. I was always a believer in using Castrol GTX 20w-50 and changing it every 1000 miles, after I had to replace my rocker cover gaskets, I changed the oil at 800 miles, it looked and felt burnt. I ordered some Amsoil 20w-50, but put in more Castrol during the oil change. I rode a couple tanks of gas before the Amsoil came in. When I changed the oil, it had already looked burnt with little black specs. Now with the Amsoil I am around 500 miles and the oil still looks clear. I have not put it into the transmission yet, because that was changed with the Harley oil just before I bought the bike. I plan on changing it at the end of the season.
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Mighty_mouse
Posted on Tuesday, October 01, 2013 - 10:22 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Has anyone used Drag Specialties gear and chain case oil in primary? It says its made for sportsters. Any feedback on it?
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Bamabuellbiker
Posted on Friday, July 11, 2014 - 01:11 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

When you guys say both holes are you talking about putting oil in the Transmisson too instead of trans fluid?

Also what is a great oil for Track days

04 buell xb12r
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Bamabuellbiker
Posted on Friday, July 11, 2014 - 01:13 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Nvm about the previous message. I found out; however, which is better in the primary: oil or trans fluid
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96s2t
Posted on Friday, July 11, 2014 - 08:07 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Oil is as oil does. Syn3 in both holes.your transmission may shift easier. Mine did.
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