[bandleader]

I know there have been many discussions on the previous board about oil, I do not want to start a this is better brand or anything, I just have a simple question on using Mobil 1 Red Cap. What is the weight that everyone uses, I'm in Fla and just purchased some 15 W 50. Is this an ok weight? First time using synthetic oil. Any help is appreciated.

 

[Tater]

Bandleader,
So far as I know the 15w50 with the red cap is the only auto grade Mobil 1 suitable for motorcycles. The other weights contain friction modifiers that may damage the clutch. If you have been using dino oil you are in for a treat. The trans just loves the stuff.

 

[rottendog]

Tater is correct. I'm running 15w50 Red cap. Next oil change I'm going to Rotella Synthetic simply due to price.

 

[bandleader]

Thanks Tater and Rottendog, I have noticed the difference right off, the bike shifts very smooth, bike seems to have more get up and go, as if it really needed it. Have you noticed any change in your milage?

 

[JD]

oil change

I tried the shell rotella T 5-w-40 synthetic at my last oil change. It works as good as mobil one. It sells at walmart for 12.88 a gallon which is the perfect size for the wing. I'm going to stay with the shell. JD

 

[JD]

oil change

I tried the shell rotella T 5-w-40 synthetic at my last oil change. It works as good as mobil one. It sells at walmart for 12.88 a gallon which is the perfect size for the wing. I'm going to stay with the shell. JD

 

[Bulldog]

Leader,

As far as Mobil 1 goes, you have the right one....LOL

Bulldog

 

[pgreen7436]

Re: oil change

I tried the shell rotella T 5-w-40 synthetic at my last oil change. It works as good as mobil one. It sells at walmart for 12.88 a gallon which is the perfect size for the wing. I'm going to stay with the shell. JD

Bought two, 4 quart containers today at Wal-Mart. Shifts smoother and I too noticed that the acceleration seems smoother and faster....maybe just my imagination.

 

[pilotlooking]

Amsoil

I use amsoil myself in everything I own including heavy equipment. I have been using 20w50 motorcycle synthetic for around ten years and ride my bike harder than anyone I have ever talked to without a problem. Ron

 

[elkk]

Is 5-40 ok?

I thought the specs call for 15w-50..correct?

 

[mrgl02]

Re: Is 5-40 ok?

I thought the specs call for 15w-50..correct?

Actually, no. Honda spec is 10w-40.

 

[Red]

The Owners Manual tells you the recommended range is 10/30 to 20/50. Honda's recommendation is 10/40!

 

[Don Stefanik]

 

[elkk]

Then 5w-40 is not a good idea :?: Does Shell make 10w-40 or 15w-40? Just curious if it is ok to use 5w-40.

 

[Mr Ed]

Don, help me here to make sure I'm not lying to everyone

But I think Amsoil 10w40 motorcycle is the same product as their 10w40, and the heavy duty is available in gallons.

 

[pgreen7436]

Then 5w-40 is not a good idea :?: Does Shell make 10w-40 or 15w-40? Just curious if it is ok to use 5w-40.

Why not? What's wrong with 5w-40?

 

[Don Stefanik]

Mr Ed.
I just called tech services and yes the AMO and the AMF are in fact the same product. The tech data sheets on the two oil's are not updated on the web site so they are different.
If you want to save money on packaging then you can buy the AMO in gallon jugs.

Preferred customer cost of the AMF is $4.55qt
Preferred customer cost of AMO 1 gal is $18.15 ($18.15 div 4qt = $4.53)

If you buy a case of 4 / 1gal jugs AMO04 then it's $69.20 or $17.30 a jug.

Buy whole case's is the most economical.
Don

 

[Laserman]

Then 5w-40 is not a good idea :?: Does Shell make 10w-40 or 15w-40? Just curious if it is ok to use 5w-40.

Why not? What's wrong with 5w-40?

Nothing.

 

[DangerousDan]

Check this out.....
http://www.autoeducation.com/autoshop101/oil-change.htm

DangerousDan :idea:
I use Royal Purple.

 

[rchawk49]

Synthetic?

Hi gang,
While we're on the subject, I used the Pro Honda HP4 for the first oil change I did on my '02. Is the Honda oil synthetic or dino based? I am all for saving some money by using the Mobile or ?. but was told by an old auto guy that you connot use synthetic after you started with petroleum without a complete engine flush. Now I am really confused. (maybe it's just pre-alzheimer's)
Thanks for all your great info.
Hawk and LadyHawk