Engine Oil Poll

dallas1118 · Apr 10th, 2009, 05:41 PM

Valvoline 50wt racing but thinking of going with shell rotella next time, from a couple of articles I've read.

STEVE07 · Apr 10th, 2009, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by dallas1118

Valvoline 50wt racing but thinking of going with shell rotella next time, from a couple of articles I've read.

JMO but valvoline 50wt racing oil is meant for watercooled engines ,not an air cooled V-Twin,and a multi viscosity oil such as 20-50 protects much better at cold start up where the heavier weight doesnt flow the same

00BUCKSHOT · Apr 10th, 2009, 07:29 PM

yea i agree with steve go with an oil that is ment for aircooled engines

glider · Apr 10th, 2009, 07:50 PM

If the owners manual gives a grade of 20/50 why would you think it would be OK with 50 wt?

dallas1118 · Apr 11th, 2009, 05:43 PM

Gee, I thought this was a poll to find out what we use. I didn't think I would get beat up about what I use. But seriously, you guys are all very knowlegable, and, I admit, I've learned alot about oil here, so I see the error of my ways. I did use a multiviscosity in past oil changes, (same brand) but must have had a brain freeze this year when it came time to purchase. And I never imagined all the other things I've learned here about oil. So I'll rectify this asap before we start serious riding for the season.

glider · Apr 11th, 2009, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by dallas1118

Gee, I thought this was a poll to find out what we use. I didn't think I would get beat up about what I use. But seriously, you guys are all very knowlegable, and, I admit, I've learned alot about oil here, so I see the error of my ways. I did use a multiviscosity in past oil changes, (same brand) but must have had a brain freeze this year when it came time to purchase. And I never imagined all the other things I've learned here about oil. So I'll rectify this asap before we start serious riding for the season.

Nobody is beating you up about anything.
It's your bike and you are therefore entitled to run maple syrup in it if you wish. If you read the owners manual, it mentions the use of Rotella oil as a temporary substitute but it also mentions to change the oil at the first possible chance. It also gives you a guide about the weights for the expected temps to be running in.

Let your conscience be your guide here on what to run.

chefron · Apr 15th, 2009, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by glider

I reread the article again and to me it sounds as if they are taking BOTH sides of the fence by saying first you should use syn 3 or face possibly voiding the warrantee , and then you can use other brands if it meets or exceeds their specs.

They play with the words so much that I really don't think THEY know!

The Magnusson Moss act disagree's with their teachings.

http://www.hdtalking.com/general_tip...warrantee.html

I called a couple of dealers today trying to decide where to have my bike Dynoed and posed the question about bringing in my own oil for the 1000 mile change. I told them both M1 V-Twin. One said no problem. The other started talking about the warranty and how Syn3 was spec for the bike. They also claim that dyno should take between 1.5 to 2 hours. I know where I'm not going! Thanks glider!

harleyguy · Apr 29th, 2009, 11:27 PM

I just got my first harley and i see people saying about crank case, primary and trans or gear? where are all these at. I don't know alot about bikes. what is considered all 3 holes? I do know where the oil tank is.

doj1975 · Apr 30th, 2009, 06:34 AM

Did you buy the bike new? It would be a good idea to rea the owner's manuel if you have one. It is very informative and covers all the basics on the bike.

STEVE07 · Apr 30th, 2009, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by harleyguy

I just got my first harley and i see people saying about crank case, primary and trans or gear? where are all these at. I don't know alot about bikes. what is considered all 3 holes? I do know where the oil tank is.

Being that your bike isnt new I'm guessing you dont have an owners manual,check the download section of the forumhttp://www.hdtalking.com/downloads.php . The 3 hole eveyone refers to are engine oil,primary oil and transmission oil. I hope this helps

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Apr 10th, 2009, 05:41 PM	#131
dallas1118 New Family Ride: 1988 FLHTC Join Date: Apr 10th, 2009 Location: Steger, Illinois Posts: 6 My Mood:	Re: Engine Oil Poll Valvoline 50wt racing but thinking of going with shell rotella next time, from a couple of articles I've read.

Apr 10th, 2009, 07:29 PM	#133
00BUCKSHOT Contributor$ Ride: WIDEGLIDE Join Date: Apr 7th, 2009 Location: South Carolina Posts: 457 My Mood:	Re: Engine Oil Poll yea i agree with steve go with an oil that is ment for aircooled engines

Apr 10th, 2009, 07:50 PM	#134
glider Community Liaison Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: Jun 21st, 2007 Posts: 21,039 My Mood:	Re: Engine Oil Poll If the owners manual gives a grade of 20/50 why would you think it would be OK with 50 wt? __________________ Psssst! Please stop by the "self help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. click me!>>Self Help Information and Tips<< click me! Last edited by glider; Apr 10th, 2009 at 09:18 PM. Reason: spelling

Apr 11th, 2009, 05:43 PM	#135
dallas1118 New Family Ride: 1988 FLHTC Join Date: Apr 10th, 2009 Location: Steger, Illinois Posts: 6 My Mood:	Re: Engine Oil Poll Gee, I thought this was a poll to find out what we use. I didn't think I would get beat up about what I use. But seriously, you guys are all very knowlegable, and, I admit, I've learned alot about oil here, so I see the error of my ways. I did use a multiviscosity in past oil changes, (same brand) but must have had a brain freeze this year when it came time to purchase. And I never imagined all the other things I've learned here about oil. So I'll rectify this asap before we start serious riding for the season.

Apr 29th, 2009, 11:27 PM	#138
harleyguy Start The Engine Ride: 2001 custom hugger Join Date: Apr 29th, 2009 Location: mi Posts: 12 My Mood:	Re: Engine Oil Poll I just got my first harley and i see people saying about crank case, primary and trans or gear? where are all these at. I don't know alot about bikes. what is considered all 3 holes? I do know where the oil tank is.

Apr 30th, 2009, 06:34 AM	#139
doj1975 Warming The Wheels Ride: 09 STREET GLIDE Join Date: Mar 19th, 2009 Posts: 146	Re: Engine Oil Poll Did you buy the bike new? It would be a good idea to rea the owner's manuel if you have one. It is very informative and covers all the basics on the bike.

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