Oil change question

fireman57 · 07-10-2005

Ok, I'm sure this has been answered before, but I couldn't find it. I want to do my own oil changes, and I know what type of oil I need, but I would like some recommendation for specific brands. I would like to go to synthetic oil.

How about it, what should I use?

hot_shoe_cv · 07-10-2005

As a confirmed user of Pennzoil for many years in dirt bikes & quads, I decided to try the Pennzoil synthetic last time. I have about 1700 miles on this oil and when I change it again in a couple hundred more I think I'll go back to the Pennzoil petroleum again...couldn't justify the price difference especially when I change oil at about 2k anyway.
actually if one plans to change oil that often I doubt there will be any advandage of one oil over another so long as they both are made to the same specs and meet the Kawi recommendations. I would however, stay away from any oil containing any sort of anti friction ingredient.

BamaBob · 07-10-2005

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Originally Posted by fireman57

Ok, I'm sure this has been answered before, but I couldn't find it. I want to do my own oil changes, and I know what type of oil I need, but I would like some recommendation for specific brands. I would like to go to synthetic oil.

How about it, what should I use?

There have been a couple of threads about synthetic oil use. I remember that they said there are certain types to avoid as they can damage the clutch since it uses the same oil. Think it was synthetics with teflon or other anti-friction type ingredients. There are some very knowledgable folks here.

scrappydo · 07-14-2005

Use Mobil 1 syn. motorcycle oil rated JASCO MA. in 10w-40 or 20w-50 and follow the recommended oil change interval recommended by Kaw. Great protection for the whole change interval.

rbentnail · 07-14-2005

I found my both my 800B that I traded and the 1500E I have now run/shift smoother with Valvoline DuraBlend than they did/do with straight dino oil. I haven't ever used straight synthetic in my bikes or cars/trucks. In the summer (now) with air temps in the mid to upper 90's, I use 20w-50. In the fall when the evening temps drop back into the 50's, I'll switch back to 10w-40, very important on the 800 since it is such a cold-natured beast. Been working fine for me, and I highly recommend it. I follow the MOM schedule for oil changes, and pull the screen out and clean it with every change.

Oh yeah, one other thing: whichever brand/weight you decide on, be sure it is NOT energy-conserving oil. If it is, the bottle will tell you in the circle designating the specs of the oil.

BigS · 07-14-2005

I work for Napa and yesterday we got information on a new oil released by Valvoline, specifically designed for motorcycles. It is available in 10w40 as well as 20w50 for bikes also a 4 stroke ATV version. I am going to give it a try for my first oil change on my bike this weekend. The Valvoline part numbers are
10w40 motorcycle #740
20w50 motorcycle #743
10w40 ATV #749
It runs $3.49 a quart at the Napa stores in Rhode Island. There's specs and what not available at Valvoline's website.

Steve

P.S. Napa can get oil filters for most motorcycles in case anyone has had any trouble.

pitbull76 · 07-14-2005

Rotella synthetic 5W40 if you must go synthetic. Rotella T 15W40 for dino oil. It's relatively inexpensive and good for bikes.

fireman57 · 07-14-2005

Several good answers! Thanks to everone. Now, I will have to decide which to use.

Villaven · 08-01-2005

Pennzoil Synthetic 20/50 car oil in Florida where it is Africa hot. Works great, no problems whatsoever. I am a big believer in synthetic oil. I use it in all my vehicles.

mturner1 · 08-02-2005

I would strongly recommend that you use Amsoil synthetic. They just released two new motorcycle oils that blow all of the competition away. Plus if you have a filter on your bike, you can use the oil for twice as long! They also have great oils for cars, too. I am changing my oil once a year or 25,000 miles!

The new motorcycle oils offer great rust protection as well. If interested, check out my Amsoil dealer's website. www.lubedealer.com/jtubbs

*pitchinguy* · 08-02-2005

Check out this site. http://motorcycleinfo.calsci.com/Oils1.html It'll give you some good info to make your own decision.

After a lot of research I chose Rotella synthetic With Pure One filter. Rotella Syn @ Hellmart bout $13.75/gal. Filter @ Advance Auto bout $5.

07-10-2005	#1 (permalink)
fireman57 Earnest T. Bass wannabee Forum Supporter Join Date: May 2005 Location: Almost Heaven, West Virginia ('Pit of Northern Panhandle Posts: 331	Oil change question Ok, I'm sure this has been answered before, but I couldn't find it. I want to do my own oil changes, and I know what type of oil I need, but I would like some recommendation for specific brands. I would like to go to synthetic oil. How about it, what should I use? __________________ 2007 Vulcan Nomad

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hot_shoe_cv *Vintage Rider* BTK Expert Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: central AZ Posts: 741	As a confirmed user of Pennzoil for many years in dirt bikes & quads, I decided to try the Pennzoil synthetic last time. I have about 1700 miles on this oil and when I change it again in a couple hundred more I think I'll go back to the Pennzoil petroleum again...couldn't justify the price difference especially when I change oil at about 2k anyway. actually if one plans to change oil that often I doubt there will be any advandage of one oil over another so long as they both are made to the same specs and meet the Kawi recommendations. I would however, stay away from any oil containing any sort of anti friction ingredient. __________________ 02 Mean Streak, Jardine 2/1 pipe, hiway bars w/pegs, floor boards,ISOgrips w/throttle boss, Kriss head light modulator, Corbin Young Gun ostrich saddle, etc. 660 Yamaha Raptor sport quad for the dirt. Last edited by hot_shoe_cv : 07-10-2005 at 04:46 PM.

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pitbull76 Cruising In Fourth Gear BTK Intermediate Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Montgomery, IL (SW Chicago suburbs) Posts: 213	Rotella synthetic 5W40 if you must go synthetic. Rotella T 15W40 for dino oil. It's relatively inexpensive and good for bikes. __________________ 1994 ZX6E -Mike

07-14-2005	#8 (permalink)
fireman57 Earnest T. Bass wannabee Forum Supporter Join Date: May 2005 Location: Almost Heaven, West Virginia ('Pit of Northern Panhandle Posts: 331	Several good answers! Thanks to everone. Now, I will have to decide which to use. __________________ 2007 Vulcan Nomad

08-02-2005	#10 (permalink)
mturner1 Newbie Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 1	Oil change I would strongly recommend that you use Amsoil synthetic. They just released two new motorcycle oils that blow all of the competition away. Plus if you have a filter on your bike, you can use the oil for twice as long! They also have great oils for cars, too. I am changing my oil once a year or 25,000 miles! The new motorcycle oils offer great rust protection as well. If interested, check out my Amsoil dealer's website. www.lubedealer.com/jtubbs

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scrappydo Still On The Kickstand Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Fairmont, NC Posts: 25	Use Mobil 1 syn. motorcycle oil rated JASCO MA. in 10w-40 or 20w-50 and follow the recommended oil change interval recommended by Kaw. Great protection for the whole change interval.

07-14-2005	#6 (permalink)
BigS Newbie Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Cranston, Rhode Island Posts: 6	I work for Napa and yesterday we got information on a new oil released by Valvoline, specifically designed for motorcycles. It is available in 10w40 as well as 20w50 for bikes also a 4 stroke ATV version. I am going to give it a try for my first oil change on my bike this weekend. The Valvoline part numbers are 10w40 motorcycle #740 20w50 motorcycle #743 10w40 ATV #749 It runs $3.49 a quart at the Napa stores in Rhode Island. There's specs and what not available at Valvoline's website. Steve P.S. Napa can get oil filters for most motorcycles in case anyone has had any trouble.

08-01-2005	#9 (permalink)
Villaven Turtle Wax Taster BTK Intermediate Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 164	Pennzoil Synthetic 20/50 car oil in Florida where it is Africa hot. Works great, no problems whatsoever. I am a big believer in synthetic oil. I use it in all my vehicles.

08-02-2005	#11 (permalink)
pitchinguy I miss Deron. Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Virginia Posts: 8,748	Check out this site. http://motorcycleinfo.calsci.com/Oils1.html It'll give you some good info to make your own decision. After a lot of research I chose Rotella synthetic With Pure One filter. Rotella Syn @ Hellmart bout $13.75/gal. Filter @ Advance Auto bout $5. __________________ *LIGHT ENGINEER Todd's Body Paint Team* *Black 1600w/apes* aka Scooter

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