Engine Oil Poll

Vibratinharley · 12-07-2007, 08:37 AM

my 2008 Ultra Classic is due for it's 1000 mile service soon. (even sooner if snow goes away) I want to change to Amsoil MCV in engine, primary and transmission. Has anybody had any experience with this oil in their 08 bike especially in regards to transmission and primary?

glider · 12-07-2007, 09:04 AM

Use what ever oil you want BUT use a gear oil in the trans. You wouldn't put gear oil in the engine, why use engine oil in the gearbox?

Also consider when using the Amsoil the availability when on the road as compared to Mobil or other big name brands..

bobartz · 12-07-2007, 06:50 PM

mobil v-twin is always available in my area. i have always trusted mobil 1 products

leapfreak · 12-09-2007, 03:07 AM

Glider - I know that Amsoil isn't readily available on the road but one thing most people don't know about that product is that is will mix with not only other synthetics but petroleum base stock oils also. All mixing does is cut down on the interval length of Amsoil's longer frequency oil change that they speak about. So in reality if you're on the road and you have Amsoil in the crankcase and primary and you need oil and come across Mobile 1 synthetic - use it. You will not harm the bike. Just do an oil change when you arrive home. Of course I am not one who would ever mix a petroleum base stock product with a synthetic but from what i have read, it can be done. And I also agree with you about using a Gear Oil in the tranny.

glider · 12-09-2007, 08:28 AM

Leap

I agree with you completely about the mixing, however, I am the type that still would never mix them. You can even add dino oil to synthetics without any harm other than defeating the purpose of the synthetics qualities.
I have no worries there thou because Amsoil will never find it's way into my motors.

I just don't agree with their marketing practices and the pyramid type system they use to sell their product.

Not Very PC · 12-09-2007, 09:46 AM

I've never had to add oil to a bike on the road in 40ish

years of riding Harleys, I've had to change oil during a few 6000+mile trips but never add!!
Even my 66FLH uses less then 1/2qt in 3000 miles. I'll be the first to admit I'm the guy that changes his oil to often but I've never had a oil related problem ether!!

R. Lewis · 12-12-2007, 03:01 PM

the local "wally world" here has Mobil 1 V-twin 20/50 full syn. $8.23 per qrt. and Mobil 1 racing 4T 10/40 full syn. same price?/.

glider · 12-12-2007, 03:08 PM

The racing oils aren't the best choice. They do not have the additive packages that the street oils do. Most race engines are torn down frequently so there isn't the need for the additive packages that are in oils used in street bikes.

The Mobil1 V Twin is a good choice for air cooled motors.

Hobbit · 12-12-2007, 05:19 PM

ok i have found spectro heavy duty 5re 20w50 oil for sale over here is this the synthetic one or just normal dyno oil? i have also found spectro sportster primary oil which is on order

glider · 12-12-2007, 05:33 PM

Should say syn if it is. They have dino 20/50 also.

Here's the list of oils.

http://www.spectro-oils.com/products_list.htm

and pics too, click on PRODUCTS on the left of the page

View Poll Results: Engine Oil Poll
Mobil 1 V Twin	107	33.86%
Mobil 1 red or gold cap	12	3.80%
Redline	9	2.85%
Royal Purple	6	1.90%
Bel Ray	2	0.63%
HD 360	22	6.96%
Syn 3	53	16.77%
Amsoil	85	26.90%
Lucas	13	4.11%
OTHER (Please Specify)	18	5.70%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 316. You may not vote on this poll

12-07-2007, 08:37 AM	#41 (permalink)
Vibratinharley Contributor$ Ride: 2008 Harley Davidson Ultra Classic Join Date: 2007, Aug 18 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 399 My Mood:	Re: Engine Oil Poll my 2008 Ultra Classic is due for it's 1000 mile service soon. (even sooner if snow goes away) I want to change to Amsoil MCV in engine, primary and transmission. Has anybody had any experience with this oil in their 08 bike especially in regards to transmission and primary? __________________ 2008 Ultra Classic in all crashed up dark blue pearl Stock Induction, Stock Exhaust, Xied's and Alloy Art Touring XR Stabilizer (Wobble Fix) No good deed goes unpunished!

12-07-2007, 09:04 AM	#42 (permalink)
glider Community Liaison Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: 2007, Jun 21 Posts: 10,377 My Mood:	Re: Engine Oil Poll Use what ever oil you want BUT use a gear oil in the trans. You wouldn't put gear oil in the engine, why use engine oil in the gearbox? Also consider when using the Amsoil the availability when on the road as compared to Mobil or other big name brands.. __________________ 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!

12-07-2007, 06:50 PM	#43 (permalink)
bobartz New Family Ride: 2008 ultra classic Join Date: 2007, Dec 06 Posts: 1	Re: Engine Oil Poll mobil v-twin is always available in my area. i have always trusted mobil 1 products

12-09-2007, 03:07 AM	#44 (permalink)
leapfreak Warming The Wheels Ride: 2007 Heritage Softail Classic Join Date: 2007, Jan 06 Location: Middle Tennessee Posts: 139	Re: Engine Oil Poll Glider - I know that Amsoil isn't readily available on the road but one thing most people don't know about that product is that is will mix with not only other synthetics but petroleum base stock oils also. All mixing does is cut down on the interval length of Amsoil's longer frequency oil change that they speak about. So in reality if you're on the road and you have Amsoil in the crankcase and primary and you need oil and come across Mobile 1 synthetic - use it. You will not harm the bike. Just do an oil change when you arrive home. Of course I am not one who would ever mix a petroleum base stock product with a synthetic but from what i have read, it can be done. And I also agree with you about using a Gear Oil in the tranny.

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12-09-2007, 08:28 AM	#45 (permalink)
glider Community Liaison Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: 2007, Jun 21 Posts: 10,377 My Mood:	Re: Engine Oil Poll Leap I agree with you completely about the mixing, however, I am the type that still would never mix them. You can even add dino oil to synthetics without any harm other than defeating the purpose of the synthetics qualities. I have no worries there thou because Amsoil will never find it's way into my motors. I just don't agree with their marketing practices and the pyramid type system they use to sell their product. __________________ 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!

12-09-2007, 09:46 AM	#46 (permalink)
Not Very PC R.I.P Ride: Fast SuperGlides Join Date: 2007, Apr 17 Location: We live in my mind Posts: 603 My Mood:	Re: Engine Oil Poll I've never had to add oil to a bike on the road in 40ish years of riding Harleys, I've had to change oil during a few 6000+mile trips but never add!! Even my 66FLH uses less then 1/2qt in 3000 miles. I'll be the first to admit I'm the guy that changes his oil to often but I've never had a oil related problem ether!! __________________ "It's just a tool box, you pick the tool for the job". "Myself I like the ol' 1911 45." (Sam, Ronin) "I know because I've still got the shovel" (Man who knew the real story)

12-12-2007, 03:01 PM	#47 (permalink)
R. Lewis Moderators Ride: 2007 electra glide ultra classic Black Pearl Join Date: 2007, Nov 03 Location: Bourbon, Missouri Posts: 981 My Mood:	Re: Engine Oil Poll the local "wally world" here has Mobil 1 V-twin 20/50 full syn. $8.23 per qrt. and Mobil 1 racing 4T 10/40 full syn. same price?/.

12-12-2007, 03:08 PM	#48 (permalink)
glider Community Liaison Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: 2007, Jun 21 Posts: 10,377 My Mood:	Re: Engine Oil Poll The racing oils aren't the best choice. They do not have the additive packages that the street oils do. Most race engines are torn down frequently so there isn't the need for the additive packages that are in oils used in street bikes. The Mobil1 V Twin is a good choice for air cooled motors. __________________ 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!

12-12-2007, 05:19 PM	#49 (permalink)
Hobbit Moderators Ride: 2009 Custom Street Bob Join Date: 2007, May 18 Location: The Shires UK Posts: 4,016 My Mood:	Re: Engine Oil Poll ok i have found spectro heavy duty 5re 20w50 oil for sale over here is this the synthetic one or just normal dyno oil? i have also found spectro sportster primary oil which is on order

12-12-2007, 05:33 PM	#50 (permalink)
glider Community Liaison Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: 2007, Jun 21 Posts: 10,377 My Mood:	Re: Engine Oil Poll Should say syn if it is. They have dino 20/50 also. Here's the list of oils. http://www.spectro-oils.com/products_list.htm and pics too, click on PRODUCTS on the left of the page __________________ 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 : 12-12-2007 at 05:39 PM.

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