4 bikes - 4 oils, the test begins

gadzooks · 06-17-2008, 12:21 AM

I've read a lot of good things about the Lucas oil and Red Line oil, but I've heard that both of those are high in molybdenums. Have there been any reports of problems with the clutch or are those fears unfounded?

Thanx.

Jim

08FatBob · 11-07-2008, 10:40 PM

For Glider; Ok, this is just what I was hoping to find on here, a genuine and impartial test of various oils. My bike is due for it's 5000 service and per my HD dealer I have run the conventional oils until said 5000 service. The way I read the results and your partiality to "Bike 4" (my guess is you still want that one) I want to put those fluids in my bike. So tell me if I have this right; engine oil = Lucas syn 20w50; primary case = the same stuff ; and in the trans Lucas syn 75w90. I am very confused about what to do with this and as I have read everyone will have a different opinion. Correct me if I'm wrong but the proof here is in the catch pan right? Your insight Glider is respected and I look forward to your reply. Catch ya later.

Mac2000HS · 11-07-2008, 11:21 PM

Donnie Petersen of AIM fame says 20w/50 motor oil in engine, 10w/40 engine oil in primary and 75w/90 gear oil in tranny, in all Harleys.

08FatBob · 11-07-2008, 11:22 PM

I'm assuming thats conventional over syn??

glider · 11-08-2008, 08:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 08FatBob

For Glider; Ok, this is just what I was hoping to find on here, a genuine and impartial test of various oils. My bike is due for it's 5000 service and per my HD dealer I have run the conventional oils until said 5000 service. The way I read the results and your partiality to "Bike 4" (my guess is you still want that one) I want to put those fluids in my bike. So tell me if I have this right; engine oil = Lucas syn 20w50; primary case = the same stuff ; and in the trans Lucas syn 75w90. I am very confused about what to do with this and as I have read everyone will have a different opinion. Correct me if I'm wrong but the proof here is in the catch pan right? Your insight Glider is respected and I look forward to your reply. Catch ya later.

To put it simply,a quality 20/50 air cooled synthetic oil in the engine (Mobil 1 V Twin is what I use) Formula+ in the primary and a quality gear lube (synthetic also) in the trans 75/90 or 75/140 depending on the temps you ride in.

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08FatBob · 11-08-2008, 08:04 AM

ok great, thanks.

krikket · 11-09-2008, 01:08 PM

This is the greatest thread ever!! Info based on facts...unbiased facts!!

gs34 · 11-09-2008, 01:19 PM

What a tragedy that "Not Very PC" was taken from us before he was able to complete his tests.
He is missed, and will be forever remembered.
Rest in Peace old Warrior.

06-17-2008, 12:21 AM	#61 (permalink)
gadzooks Warming The Wheels Ride: 2004 Sportster XL883 Join Date: 2008, Jun 16 Location: Virginia Posts: 55 My Mood:	Re: 4 bikes - 4 oils, the test begins I've read a lot of good things about the Lucas oil and Red Line oil, but I've heard that both of those are high in molybdenums. Have there been any reports of problems with the clutch or are those fears unfounded? Thanx. Jim

11-07-2008, 10:40 PM	#62 (permalink)
08FatBob Start The Engine Ride: 2008 FXDF Join Date: 2008, Feb 12 Posts: 45	Re: 4 bikes - 4 oils, the test begins For Glider; Ok, this is just what I was hoping to find on here, a genuine and impartial test of various oils. My bike is due for it's 5000 service and per my HD dealer I have run the conventional oils until said 5000 service. The way I read the results and your partiality to "Bike 4" (my guess is you still want that one) I want to put those fluids in my bike. So tell me if I have this right; engine oil = Lucas syn 20w50; primary case = the same stuff ; and in the trans Lucas syn 75w90. I am very confused about what to do with this and as I have read everyone will have a different opinion. Correct me if I'm wrong but the proof here is in the catch pan right? Your insight Glider is respected and I look forward to your reply. Catch ya later.

11-07-2008, 11:21 PM	#63 (permalink)
Mac2000HS Start The Engine Ride: 2000 Heritage Springer FLSTS Join Date: 2008, Jan 25 Posts: 28 My Mood:	Re: 4 bikes - 4 oils, the test begins Donnie Petersen of AIM fame says 20w/50 motor oil in engine, 10w/40 engine oil in primary and 75w/90 gear oil in tranny, in all Harleys.

11-07-2008, 11:22 PM	#64 (permalink)
08FatBob Start The Engine Ride: 2008 FXDF Join Date: 2008, Feb 12 Posts: 45	Re: 4 bikes - 4 oils, the test begins I'm assuming thats conventional over syn??

11-08-2008, 08:04 AM	#66 (permalink)
08FatBob Start The Engine Ride: 2008 FXDF Join Date: 2008, Feb 12 Posts: 45	Re: 4 bikes - 4 oils, the test begins ok great, thanks.

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11-09-2008, 01:08 PM	#67 (permalink)
krikket Warming The Wheels Ride: 2008 Night Train Join Date: 2008, Aug 17 Location: Illinois Posts: 132 My Mood:	Re: 4 bikes - 4 oils, the test begins This is the greatest thread ever!! Info based on facts...unbiased facts!!

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gs34 Play The Throttle Ride: 2007 FLHTC Join Date: 2008, Apr 25 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 169	Re: 4 bikes - 4 oils, the test begins What a tragedy that "Not Very PC" was taken from us before he was able to complete his tests. He is missed, and will be forever remembered. Rest in Peace old Warrior.

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