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90FXRS · Jun 1st, 2012, 07:05 PM

Do you use it and if so, what do you use or tried?

The Tank · Jun 1st, 2012, 07:10 PM

No. The oil should do the job without putting anything else in it.

Bodeen · Jun 1st, 2012, 07:18 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by The Tank View Post

No. The oil should do the job without putting anything else in it.

Agreed.

Jack Klarich · Jun 2nd, 2012, 02:33 PM

I may add a bit of MMO or Seafoam right before an oil change other than that Not needed

90FXRS · Jun 2nd, 2012, 04:29 PM

WOW!!!! I figured with all of the users on here someone would be swearing by something. I've never used the stuff. As The Tank said, the oil should be doing the job.

I've seen all of the adds and infomercials about one thing or another. Nothing but hype and snake oil in my opinion.

fin_676 · Jun 2nd, 2012, 05:12 PM

I have never added anything to oil if you get a good oil in the first place it has all the additives it will need already in it

Brian

Tigg · Jun 7th, 2012, 07:59 PM

Additives to me are like all the different types of specialty oils you see advertised.. If you are going to run the mileage way over then they MAY be worth the extra cash but otherwise they are just a waste of money if you do the regular maintenance at the intervals prescribed by the MOCO...... I fell into that trap before but soon realized what a load it was.. When ANY manufacturer claims anything, they are running all tests under ideal conditions to maximize the results in their favor.. I use the regular HD 20-50 in the engine and formula plus in the trans and primary. Because I do the maint at the prescribed intervals the drain plugs have had no debris clinging to them and the money I save can be spent on more useful things like...CHROME

.. I know I will probably get flamed for this but it is my opinion..

TUCCI · Aug 6th, 2012, 07:36 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Tigg View Post

Additives to me are like all the different types of specialty oils you see advertised.. If you are going to run the mileage way over then they MAY be worth the extra cash but otherwise they are just a waste of money if you do the regular maintenance at the intervals prescribed by the MOCO...... I fell into that trap before but soon realized what a load it was.. When ANY manufacturer claims anything, they are running all tests under ideal conditions to maximize the results in their favor.. I use the regular HD 20-50 in the engine and formula plus in the trans and primary. Because I do the maint at the prescribed intervals the drain plugs have had no debris clinging to them and the money I save can be spent on more useful things like...CHROME

.. I know I will probably get flamed for this but it is my opinion..

I agree with Tigg and all the studying I've done supports that most good oils have the quantities needed...

BluesFan · Aug 20th, 2012, 05:14 PM

If you consider an additive, ask yourself a questions.

What do I know that the formulators don't?

I know some of those folks, they are smart. Really really smart.

Jun 1st, 2012, 07:10 PM	#2
The Tank Super Moderator Ride: 2008 Electra Glide Standard Join Date: Feb 21st, 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 3,854 My Mood:	Re: Oil Additives No. The oil should do the job without putting anything else in it. __________________ Need Help? Please read the Self Help Information & Tips - HDTalking AMSOIL Support from Tank Oils

Jun 1st, 2012, 07:18 PM	#3
Bodeen Moderators Ride: 2003 Road King Join Date: Aug 12th, 2009 Location: Central Florida Posts: 2,741 My Mood:	Re: Oil Additives Quote: Originally Posted by The Tank View Post No. The oil should do the job without putting anything else in it. Agreed. __________________ Bodeen Please stop by the "self help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. click me!>>Self Help Information and Tips<< click me!

Jun 2nd, 2012, 02:33 PM	#4
Jack Klarich Contributor$ Ride: 2007 Streetbob Join Date: Sep 25th, 2009 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Posts: 13,748 My Mood:	Re: Oil Additives I may add a bit of MMO or Seafoam right before an oil change other than that Not needed __________________ CAPITAL JACK( Nuff Said, We're Burnin Daylight, Let's Ride)

Jun 2nd, 2012, 04:29 PM	#5
90FXRS Contributor$ Ride: 2001 FLSTFI Join Date: Jun 17th, 2010 Location: Southern Indiana Posts: 370 My Mood:	Re: Oil Additives WOW!!!! I figured with all of the users on here someone would be swearing by something. I've never used the stuff. As The Tank said, the oil should be doing the job. I've seen all of the adds and infomercials about one thing or another. Nothing but hype and snake oil in my opinion. __________________ *There's NO Substitute For Cubic Inches!!!*

Jun 2nd, 2012, 05:12 PM	#6
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Jun 7th, 2012, 07:59 PM	#7
Tigg Community Star Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: Feb 12th, 2007 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 596 My Mood:	Re: Oil Additives Additives to me are like all the different types of specialty oils you see advertised.. If you are going to run the mileage way over then they MAY be worth the extra cash but otherwise they are just a waste of money if you do the regular maintenance at the intervals prescribed by the MOCO...... I fell into that trap before but soon realized what a load it was.. When ANY manufacturer claims anything, they are running all tests under ideal conditions to maximize the results in their favor.. I use the regular HD 20-50 in the engine and formula plus in the trans and primary. Because I do the maint at the prescribed intervals the drain plugs have had no debris clinging to them and the money I save can be spent on more useful things like...CHROME .. I know I will probably get flamed for this but it is my opinion.. __________________ Given enough time everyone gets their due

Aug 6th, 2012, 07:36 PM	#8
TUCCI Warming The Wheels Ride: 2011 Road King Join Date: Aug 6th, 2012 Location: Glendale AZ Posts: 79	Re: Oil Additives Quote: Originally Posted by Tigg View Post Additives to me are like all the different types of specialty oils you see advertised.. If you are going to run the mileage way over then they MAY be worth the extra cash but otherwise they are just a waste of money if you do the regular maintenance at the intervals prescribed by the MOCO...... I fell into that trap before but soon realized what a load it was.. When ANY manufacturer claims anything, they are running all tests under ideal conditions to maximize the results in their favor.. I use the regular HD 20-50 in the engine and formula plus in the trans and primary. Because I do the maint at the prescribed intervals the drain plugs have had no debris clinging to them and the money I save can be spent on more useful things like...CHROME .. I know I will probably get flamed for this but it is my opinion.. I agree with Tigg and all the studying I've done supports that most good oils have the quantities needed...

Aug 20th, 2012, 05:14 PM	#9
BluesFan Warming The Wheels Ride: FLHTK 2010 Join Date: Sep 12th, 2010 Location: MD Posts: 61	Re: Oil Additives If you consider an additive, ask yourself a questions. What do I know that the formulators don't? I know some of those folks, they are smart. Really really smart. __________________ Lubrication Analyst in a nuclear plant MLA III, CLS and some other stuff

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