Primary Lube Poll

HDDeluxe05 · 06-27-2008, 04:08 PM

I have been using SYN3 in all three holes, however I am in the process of changing that. I'm going with Spectro Heavy Duty Platinum 75W140 GL-1 for the trans. and Moble1 for the engine. My question is on the primary I was looking at Heavy Duty Primary Oil form Spectro, has anyone had any experience with this in the primary.

Thanks

glider · 07-04-2008, 10:43 PM

That's a good choice or the HD Performance+ also.

Bud White · 07-07-2008, 02:44 PM

Spectro Primary Chaincase lube

smitty901 · 07-15-2008, 10:41 PM

I currently use F+ but Spectro is good very good.

Vibratinharley · 07-16-2008, 09:47 PM

I switched the primary oil to Amsoil MCV and adjusted the clutch yesterday and my ride is so much more enjoyable and the primary drive is quieter and I can find neutral easier now ( I think the dealer overfilled it at 1000 mile service) ...

My ride is great and I am very happy!

glider · 07-16-2008, 11:05 PM

Over filling the primary will definitely give you problems finding neutral as well as some excess grinding and clunking when shifting.

nolafishr · 07-17-2008, 12:35 AM

I will be using Royal Purple 20W50 for the Engine and Primary and 75/90 for the Tranny when I do the 1000 mile service.

2008 Electra Glide Classic - Vivid Black

smitty901 · 07-17-2008, 12:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nolafishr

I will be using Royal Purple 20W50 for the Engine and Primary and 75/90 for the Tranny when I do the 1000 mile service.

2008 Electra Glide Classic - Vivid Black

Royal Purple is also a very good product.
I have heard of some confusion with thier gear lubes they make one for car and one for bikes.
The one for cars has the limited slip additive in it.

Moose · 08-12-2008, 03:21 PM

Mobile 1 20w-50 V Twin in the primary.

maddog145 · 09-01-2008, 12:49 AM

I have spent years being a Master Mechanic for both General Motors, Ford and a shop of my own. We have been using synthetic automatic transmission fluid in both street and race cars with no significant problems. They run cooler with better lubrication! My question is... if they work well in cars automatic transmissions, why not Harleys?

View Poll Results: Primary Oil Poll
Syn 3	23	13.61%
Formula +	49	28.99%
Old style HD primary oil #99887-84	7	4.14%
Amsoil	37	21.89%
Bel Ray	0	0%
Redline	5	2.96%
Mobil 1	30	17.75%
ATF	4	2.37%
Doesn't Matter	1	0.59%
OTHER (Please specify)	13	7.69%
Voters: 169. You may not vote on this poll

06-27-2008, 04:08 PM	#51 (permalink)
HDDeluxe05 Start The Engine Ride: 2005 Deluxe Join Date: 2008, Jun 25 Posts: 10 My Mood:	Re: Primary Lube Poll I have been using SYN3 in all three holes, however I am in the process of changing that. I'm going with Spectro Heavy Duty Platinum 75W140 GL-1 for the trans. and Moble1 for the engine. My question is on the primary I was looking at Heavy Duty Primary Oil form Spectro, has anyone had any experience with this in the primary. Thanks

07-04-2008, 10:43 PM	#52 (permalink)
glider Community Liaison Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: 2007, Jun 21 Posts: 9,102 My Mood:	Re: Primary Lube Poll That's a good choice or the HD Performance+ also. __________________ Please stop by the "self help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. >>Self Help Information and Tips<< click me!

07-07-2008, 02:44 PM	#53 (permalink)
Bud White Contributor$ Ride: 2008 Road King Classic. Join Date: 2008, Jun 09 Location: Wayne , MI Posts: 472 My Mood:	Re: Primary Lube Poll Spectro Primary Chaincase lube

07-15-2008, 10:41 PM	#54 (permalink)
smitty901 Community Guru Wannabe Ride: 2007 Road glide Join Date: 2008, Jan 02 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 1,763 My Mood:	Re: Primary Lube Poll I currently use F+ but Spectro is good very good. __________________ The Infantry leads the way

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07-16-2008, 09:47 PM	#55 (permalink)
Vibratinharley Contributor$ Ride: 2008 Harley Davidson Ultra Classic Join Date: 2007, Aug 18 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 389 My Mood:	Re: Primary Lube Poll I switched the primary oil to Amsoil MCV and adjusted the clutch yesterday and my ride is so much more enjoyable and the primary drive is quieter and I can find neutral easier now ( I think the dealer overfilled it at 1000 mile service) ... My ride is great and I am very happy! __________________ 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!

07-16-2008, 11:05 PM	#56 (permalink)
glider Community Liaison Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: 2007, Jun 21 Posts: 9,102 My Mood:	Re: Primary Lube Poll Over filling the primary will definitely give you problems finding neutral as well as some excess grinding and clunking when shifting. __________________ Please stop by the "self help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. >>Self Help Information and Tips<< click me!

07-17-2008, 12:35 AM	#57 (permalink)
nolafishr Start The Engine Ride: 2008 Electra Glide Classic Join Date: 2008, Apr 01 Location: New Orleans Posts: 16	Re: Primary Lube Poll I will be using Royal Purple 20W50 for the Engine and Primary and 75/90 for the Tranny when I do the 1000 mile service. 2008 Electra Glide Classic - Vivid Black

08-12-2008, 03:21 PM	#59 (permalink)
Moose Start The Engine Ride: 2006 Night Train Join Date: 2008, Jun 27 Location: Iowa Posts: 46	Re: Primary Lube Poll Mobile 1 20w-50 V Twin in the primary.

09-01-2008, 12:49 AM	#60 (permalink)
maddog145 Start The Engine Ride: 2003 Heritage Classic Join Date: 2008, Aug 23 Posts: 10 My Mood:	Re: Primary Lube Poll I have spent years being a Master Mechanic for both General Motors, Ford and a shop of my own. We have been using synthetic automatic transmission fluid in both street and race cars with no significant problems. They run cooler with better lubrication! My question is... if they work well in cars automatic transmissions, why not Harleys?

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