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Jammer · 09-17-2006, 09:33 PM

There's alot on this topic...and opinions. Car vs Motorcycle...and brand.. I lean towards Mobile 1 Mxt4..what's your opinion.

**Freakinout** · 09-17-2006, 11:41 PM

I run rotella-t 5w-40, year around in my '01 500R. 22K miles and she still runs fine.

Energy conserving oil is the only stuff I worry about. Just find some oil that performs its duties for you and change it regularly.

S83 · 09-18-2006, 07:06 PM

New and clean is my criteria. Change often.

kyro2000 · 09-18-2006, 07:12 PM

Amsoil Full Synthedic for Motorcycles.

**Clint** · 09-18-2006, 07:20 PM

*sigh* This again?

Mobil 1 15-50. Smoother, quieter, cooler. Better.

J-High · 09-18-2006, 07:48 PM

AMS Oil.... The best there is.

geoffsimpson · 09-19-2006, 12:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RowdyRed94

*sigh* This again?

Mobil 1 15-50. Smoother, quieter, cooler. Better.

Gosh...thanks for the insite Rowdy. Maybe if we're really lucky you can make us all feel a little stupid too. Maybe don't answer if it bother's you so much.

The Passive agressive stuff is getting old

**inspiron** · 09-20-2006, 03:21 AM

Geoff, if you search the forum you'll find way too many threads about oil.

Discussing oil is like discussing religion (or helmet laws). Everyone is right, and no one is going to change anyone else's mind. The discussions go in circles.

My advice - RTFM, and use whatever meets the manufacturer's specifications and your wallet. Keep an eye on the service interval, make sure the bike has the right amount of oil in the case.

**Clint** · 09-20-2006, 06:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by geoffsimpson

The Passive agressive stuff is getting old

So is hearing you whine in public about nonexistant conditions. If you have a problem with me, keep it private.

dcstrng · 09-20-2006, 07:41 AM

Here’s a fairly informative site on oils and filters – without being terribly opinionated or inflammatory... at least a decent place to jump off from...

See: Motorcycle Oil and Filters

Without getting into what I use (basically whatever Wally World has on sale in gallon jugs...), I’ve used just about every commonly available lubricant on the planet over the years (synth and dino; cars, boats, gas, diesels, street-cars and racers...) and at least for my own purposes have come to the conclusion that for my street bikes, regular and frequent oil-changes are far more important than what’s on the label – assuming it matches the engine manufactures’ specs... I change 3K miles (for any engine with an integral crankcase and transmission -- however, I’ll go 5K with synth if it only lubricates the engine) or 6-months, whatever is first...

But at least where cruisers are concerned, these are not high-stressed engines – their closest mechanical relative is the lowly lawnmower, not the neighbor’s high-strung Ferrari... everyone will have to decide what system works best for their scoots...

geoffsimpson · 09-21-2006, 09:25 PM

Rowdy...PM sent

Jammer · 09-21-2006, 10:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RowdyRed94

So is hearing you whine in public about nonexistant conditions. If you have a problem with me, keep it private.

This is my topic. No one picks on Rowdy in my topic.

For 30 years I rode bikes. Then I got a Gixxer. A 750. I came to this forum asking how to do wheelies. Rowdy was the first to say "You're stupid." Rowdy shhhh.

I still do them. Cuz I can. He is right way more right than he is wrong. Actually I have never seen him wrong.

My posts are fact finding..my posts are discussions...but..not as an Admin..but here..let him be.

Sincerely,

Jammer

geoffsimpson · 09-21-2006, 11:25 PM

Agreed...my appology has been sent....my med's have been taken.

And Rowdy admitted he was wrong....ok that may have been a stretch. But I appologize nonetheless.

**Clint** · 09-22-2006, 07:14 AM

Man, I'm a troublemaker.

Jammer, I have to apologize. You see, I've told so very many people that they're stupid in my own special way that I don't specifically remember telling you. Sorry, buddy.

09-17-2006, 09:33 PM	#1 (permalink)
Jammer Sprocket Pilot Joined: Jul 2004 Bike: 2004 GSXR 750, 2003 Kawasaki Mean Streak, 2007 Susuzki DRZ400s Location: York, Pennsylvania Posts: 868	Oil..Opinions There's alot on this topic...and opinions. Car vs Motorcycle...and brand.. I lean towards Mobile 1 Mxt4..what's your opinion. __________________ 2004 Gixxer 750 2003 Mean Streak 1500 2007 DRZ400S Location: York, Pennsylvania

09-17-2006, 11:41 PM	#2 (permalink)
Freakinout Tire Eating Moderator Joined: Jul 2004 Bike: 2001 Suzuki TL1000S Location: Texas Posts: 2,611	I run rotella-t 5w-40, year around in my '01 500R. 22K miles and she still runs fine. Energy conserving oil is the only stuff I worry about. Just find some oil that performs its duties for you and change it regularly. __________________ Freakinout

09-18-2006, 07:12 PM	#4 (permalink)
kyro2000 Third gear and cruising Joined: Apr 2004 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 532	Amsoil Full Synthedic for Motorcycles. __________________ RIP - Arlen, Ross, and Dad. 6/22/02 --------------- --------------- Don’t tell me about disappointment! I’m a Chicago Cubs fan!

09-18-2006, 07:48 PM	#6 (permalink)
J-High Clunked into first gear Joined: May 2006 Bike: Yamaha V-Star 1100 Location: Your local neighborhood playground..... Upper W. Side of Manhattan, New York City Posts: 217	AMS Oil.... The best there is. __________________ 'J-HIGH' As confused as a baby in a topless bar.... Hola, ya'll! Driving a Yamaha VStar 1100 (I call her 'Cleo') & Some SUV somethingerather, compliments of the ex-wife.....

09-20-2006, 03:21 AM	#8 (permalink)
inspiron Muscle Biker Joined: Jul 2004 Bike: Blue Suzuki GSX 1400 (2003) Location: Canton Basel-Land, Switzerland (47.4493, 7.76536) Posts: 11,946	Geoff, if you search the forum you'll find way too many threads about oil. Discussing oil is like discussing religion (or helmet laws). Everyone is right, and no one is going to change anyone else's mind. The discussions go in circles. My advice - RTFM, and use whatever meets the manufacturer's specifications and your wallet. Keep an eye on the service interval, make sure the bike has the right amount of oil in the case. __________________ There is nothing worse than aggressive stupidity. - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe blog: gsx1400

09-18-2006, 07:06 PM	#3 (permalink)
S83 Handlebar Consultant Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 613	New and clean is my criteria. Change often.

09-20-2006, 07:41 AM	#10 (permalink)
dcstrng Ditch Magnet Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: `99 Nomad`96 FLHT Location: Colonial Beach, VA Posts: 182	Here’s a fairly informative site on oils and filters – without being terribly opinionated or inflammatory... at least a decent place to jump off from... See: Motorcycle Oil and Filters Without getting into what I use (basically whatever Wally World has on sale in gallon jugs...), I’ve used just about every commonly available lubricant on the planet over the years (synth and dino; cars, boats, gas, diesels, street-cars and racers...) and at least for my own purposes have come to the conclusion that for my street bikes, regular and frequent oil-changes are far more important than what’s on the label – assuming it matches the engine manufactures’ specs... I change 3K miles (for any engine with an integral crankcase and transmission -- however, I’ll go 5K with synth if it only lubricates the engine) or 6-months, whatever is first... But at least where cruisers are concerned, these are not high-stressed engines – their closest mechanical relative is the lowly lawnmower, not the neighbor’s high-strung Ferrari... everyone will have to decide what system works best for their scoots... __________________ Larry VROC -- IBA Milwaukee & Metric

09-21-2006, 09:25 PM	#11 (permalink)
geoffsimpson Throttle Jockey Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: Grey, not silver, GREY 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M50 * 1983 GS750E Cafe Racer project Location: Prince George BC Posts: 3,111	Rowdy...PM sent __________________ Please Note: All opinions contained herein are worth exactly what you paid for them. It's true that every time you hear a bell ring, an angel gets its wings... But what they don't tell you is that every time you hear a mouse trap "snap", and Angel gets set on fire... Grey * De-badged * V & H Straightshots w/ Thunder-Monster Baffles and Billet Hot-Tips * POWAH COMMANDAH!! * Kury Wide Style Levers * Kury Zombie Pegs (what's left of them) * Johnskit Forward Controls * Johnskit 2.5" Lowering Kit * Carbon Fibre-esque Trim kit * your mom * Memphis Shades HellCat windshield * Passenger Backrest * Baddass MO-FO behind the bars * Metz 880's w/ lettering * Flamed Thunder MFG Teardrop Intake *

09-21-2006, 11:25 PM	#13 (permalink)
geoffsimpson Throttle Jockey Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: Grey, not silver, GREY 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M50 * 1983 GS750E Cafe Racer project Location: Prince George BC Posts: 3,111	Agreed...my appology has been sent....my med's have been taken. And Rowdy admitted he was wrong....ok that may have been a stretch. But I appologize nonetheless. __________________ Please Note: All opinions contained herein are worth exactly what you paid for them. It's true that every time you hear a bell ring, an angel gets its wings... But what they don't tell you is that every time you hear a mouse trap "snap", and Angel gets set on fire... Grey * De-badged * V & H Straightshots w/ Thunder-Monster Baffles and Billet Hot-Tips * POWAH COMMANDAH!! * Kury Wide Style Levers * Kury Zombie Pegs (what's left of them) * Johnskit Forward Controls * Johnskit 2.5" Lowering Kit * Carbon Fibre-esque Trim kit * your mom * Memphis Shades HellCat windshield * Passenger Backrest * Baddass MO-FO behind the bars * Metz 880's w/ lettering * Flamed Thunder MFG Teardrop Intake *

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