2006 Suzuki C50 oil change - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

Stanley · 03-30-2008, 05:14 PM

Guys.
I've seen a thread on Suzuki oil change but it didn't address the fact that the manual states that oil changes should be changed every 600mi. Am I reading it correctly? On page 7-4 of the VL800 owners manual the chart states "R" for oil and oil filter change on every 600 miles. Anybody see what I'm seeing? This is my first bike and I want to treat her right. I took it in for the initial breakin at 741 mi and now I'm at 1300. Should I change the oil?
Stanley

Easy Rider · 03-30-2008, 07:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stanley

I've seen a thread on Suzuki oil change but it didn't address the fact that the manual states that oil changes should be changed every 600mi. Am I reading it correctly?

You are "reading" it OK, just not understanding it properly.

The 600 column is things you should do AT 600 miles.
The next column is things that you should do AT THAT mileage....maybe 3000.
The next col. is things you should do AT THAT mileage.......maybe 6000.

The recommendations don't revert to "every xxxx miles" until after you run out of columns in the book, after something like 30,000 miles or so.

Clearer ??

Stanley · 03-31-2008, 10:27 AM

Hey thanks a lot ER.....I got it now. You saved me some money. While I have your attention, another question. Is Mobil 1 synthetic oil ok? The manual says to use Suzuki oil, but I've read somewhere that Mobil 1 is better.

**Clint** · 03-31-2008, 10:45 AM

Aargh. That's a question with much debate. Search "synthetic" for all you can swallow. IMO, yes, as long as you stick with the correct weight (or slightly heavier, depending on availability).

Please fill out your profile.

Sandman · 03-31-2008, 11:14 AM

Stanley,

Greetings from a fellow 06' C50 owner! I have 13K on mine and it's still running strong. I didn't switch to synthetic until 6k. My thought was that I didn't want to swap regular for synthetic until it was well past break in. I did switch to Mobil 1, and if you do, just make sure it is the motorcycle oil marked as 4T. My reason for switching to synthetic was because I herd that it reduced the "clunking" sound when shifting. It made a big difference!

**Clint** · 03-31-2008, 11:21 AM

As you'll see from the other threads, many of us don't agree that you need to pay for the MX4T version.

Easy Rider · 03-31-2008, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Sandman

My thought was that I didn't want to swap regular for synthetic until it was well past break in. I did switch to Mobil 1, and if you do, just make sure it is the motorcycle oil marked as 4T. My reason for switching to synthetic was because I herd that it reduced the "clunking" sound when shifting. It made a big difference!

Quote:

Originally Posted by RowdyRed94

As you'll see from the other threads, many of us don't agree that you need to pay for the MX4T version.

Piece of mind = Priceless !!

Stanley · 04-01-2008, 10:40 PM

I went to Walmart and got Mobile 1. I didn't realize the different versions. So I'm looking at what I bought now and it's the High Mileage. For engines with over 75K miles. It's 10W-40 Fully Synthetic. Can I use it?

Easy Rider · 04-02-2008, 12:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stanley

I went to Walmart and got Mobile 1. I didn't realize the different versions. So I'm looking at what I bought now and it's the High Mileage. For engines with over 75K miles. It's 10W-40 Fully Synthetic. Can I use it?

Don't know. I "think" that the only difference in high mileage versions is some kind of chemical to swell the valve guide seals to stop oil loss via the valves.

That might not be good for a new engine since it might make the seals wear faster than normal.

I think I'd change it for the MX4T stuff or the synthetic Rotella that lots of (x)50 users seem to like.

Stanley · 04-02-2008, 09:55 PM

will do man....what oil filter is good for me for the price of course? Thanks for the advice ER.

Hodado · 04-30-2008, 08:35 PM

Mobile one is for cars.Get a synthetic formulated for motorcycle use.I use Amsoil.Royal Purple is good too.If you want to read up on synthetics go to bobistheoilguy.com

Easy Rider · 04-30-2008, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Hodado

Mobile one is for cars.Get a synthetic formulated for motorcycle use.

Ahem.....Mobil makes a version of Mobil 1 that IS specifically formulated for motorcycles.
I think we covered that at least once already in this thread.

However.......

I have seen and heard of LOTS and lots of riders who use auto or diesel synthetics in their bikes and don't remember EVER seeing anyone describe an actual failure.............except for the few who used the "energy conserving" varietys and had clutch trouble.

Think we covered that too.

03-30-2008, 05:14 PM	#1 (permalink)
Stanley Where Am I ? Joined: May 2007 Bike: '06 C50 Black Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 32	2006 Suzuki C50 oil change Guys. I've seen a thread on Suzuki oil change but it didn't address the fact that the manual states that oil changes should be changed every 600mi. Am I reading it correctly? On page 7-4 of the VL800 owners manual the chart states "R" for oil and oil filter change on every 600 miles. Anybody see what I'm seeing? This is my first bike and I want to treat her right. I took it in for the initial breakin at 741 mi and now I'm at 1300. Should I change the oil? Stanley

03-31-2008, 11:14 AM	#5 (permalink)
Sandman Kickstand Operator Joined: Feb 2006 Bike: 06' C50 (Blue/Gray) Location: Richmond, Va Posts: 297	Stanley, Greetings from a fellow 06' C50 owner! I have 13K on mine and it's still running strong. I didn't switch to synthetic until 6k. My thought was that I didn't want to swap regular for synthetic until it was well past break in. I did switch to Mobil 1, and if you do, just make sure it is the motorcycle oil marked as 4T. My reason for switching to synthetic was because I herd that it reduced the "clunking" sound when shifting. It made a big difference! __________________ -Sandman

04-30-2008, 08:35 PM	#11 (permalink)
Hodado Newbie Joined: Apr 2008 Bike: c/50 Location: Michigan Posts: 14	synthetic Mobile one is for cars.Get a synthetic formulated for motorcycle use.I use Amsoil.Royal Purple is good too.If you want to read up on synthetics go to bobistheoilguy.com

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03-31-2008, 10:27 AM	#3 (permalink)
Stanley Where Am I ? Joined: May 2007 Bike: '06 C50 Black Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 32	Hey thanks a lot ER.....I got it now. You saved me some money. While I have your attention, another question. Is Mobil 1 synthetic oil ok? The manual says to use Suzuki oil, but I've read somewhere that Mobil 1 is better.

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Stanley Where Am I ? Joined: May 2007 Bike: '06 C50 Black Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 32	I went to Walmart and got Mobile 1. I didn't realize the different versions. So I'm looking at what I bought now and it's the High Mileage. For engines with over 75K miles. It's 10W-40 Fully Synthetic. Can I use it?

04-02-2008, 09:55 PM	#10 (permalink)
Stanley Where Am I ? Joined: May 2007 Bike: '06 C50 Black Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 32	will do man....what oil filter is good for me for the price of course? Thanks for the advice ER.

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