Oil Suggestions For Harleys

glider · Oct 28th, 2009, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Haywire

Just a note to all looking for Spectro products. It took me a while to find first a distributor in Canada and then a local retailer. Upon contacting the local retailer was told they do not stock but would bring in for me. The distributor informed me that they would supply ol in any quantity I wanted to the retailer so.. no obligation to buy by the case. This was confirmed by the retailer when I phoned to place an order. I have to say I am inpressed with the willingness to take care of my needs by these guys.
Sounds like this is going to be a great product and very good customer service.

How about posting the location?

Haywire · Oct 29th, 2009, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by glider

How about posting the location?

No Problem.

The guy that is going to bring it in for me is in Brandon Manitoba, Canada and the company is called:

Wheat City Cycle
1420 - 1st. Street North - Brandon, Manitoba
Phone: Mike Vodon - Bus. (204) 725-5252
mvodon@westman.wave.ca

glider · Oct 29th, 2009, 11:37 AM

Thanks for that info.

Haywire · Oct 29th, 2009, 02:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by glider

Thanks for that info.

No problem glider. Anything that will help others get the right products for their bikes.

Jims · Oct 30th, 2009, 10:12 PM

The question I have is why such the miles varience on the Spectro 6 speed trans lube. On the site it states should be changed out every 5K but yet HD states trans changes are recommended at 20K. Glider seems to be a strong believer in these products so maybe he can respond. I have just purchased these products but now wonder why such differences in service miles and did I do the right thing.

glider · Oct 30th, 2009, 10:16 PM

The difference is they want to sell you a new bike when it wears out and I want to keep it running like new

The trans can go more miles than I run it but being it only takes one quart of lube, it's cheap insurance to change it and always have the best in there. I do a service usually at 2500 and do all three oils.

jdatbs · Oct 30th, 2009, 10:21 PM

I don't see anyone mentioning Bel-Ray. I've used Amsoil, Red Line, and Bel Ray. My personal preference was the Bel-Ray. However, I stopped using it and went to Red Line when I found out that their V Twin motor oil was really their regular motor oil in a different can. When I ran out of my supply of Red Line I went to Amsoil because I had a few gallons hanging around the garage. But I will probably go back to Red Line. The tests are solid and the testimonials are unbelievable. It seems all the racers are using Red Line.

JD

Oh, and a PS: I've used the Red Line Shockproof Heavy in my trans, but I got better results (better = noticeable; softer clunking) using Bel-Ray's V Twin Tranny fluid, which is NOT a synthetic but worked great. I actually felt and heard the difference.

glider · Oct 30th, 2009, 10:26 PM

It sounds to me that you haven't used the Spectro yet that you purchased.

FXDFCharlie · Nov 29th, 2009, 03:22 AM

I want to order Spectro oil online. I have found that the prices are cheaper at Bob's than at Spectro. The above image on the left is what I found at Spectroshop.com and is the same as what this thread recommends (exactly what I want). The image on the right is what is on the website at Bobscycle.com. It says golden american full synthetic on the bottle but the description under the photo says SPECTRO PLATINUM HEAVY DUTY V-TWIN FULL SYNTHETIC OIL 20W50 (same as at spectro.com). Is the photo wrong? Have they changed the bottle? I would like to order from Bob's since it is a few dollars per quart cheaper but I am afraid of receiving the wrong product. Any insight you guys may have would be appreciated. I might wait until Monday and just call Bob's. The price difference for changing all three holes 2x is about $45 (significant imo). Thanks

Iceman24 · Dec 5th, 2009, 07:27 AM

I'd call Spectro Cust Svs & ask if there's a difference...

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Oct 29th, 2009, 11:37 AM	#122
glider Community Liaison Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: Jun 21st, 2007 Posts: 21,057 My Mood:	Re: Oil Suggestions For Harleys Thanks for that info.

Oct 30th, 2009, 10:12 PM	#124
Jims New Family Ride: 2010 Ultra Limited Join Date: Oct 21st, 2009 Posts: 3	Re: Oil Suggestions For Harleys The question I have is why such the miles varience on the Spectro 6 speed trans lube. On the site it states should be changed out every 5K but yet HD states trans changes are recommended at 20K. Glider seems to be a strong believer in these products so maybe he can respond. I have just purchased these products but now wonder why such differences in service miles and did I do the right thing.

Oct 30th, 2009, 10:16 PM	#125
glider Community Liaison Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: Jun 21st, 2007 Posts: 21,057 My Mood:	Re: Oil Suggestions For Harleys The difference is they want to sell you a new bike when it wears out and I want to keep it running like new The trans can go more miles than I run it but being it only takes one quart of lube, it's cheap insurance to change it and always have the best in there. I do a service usually at 2500 and do all three oils.

Oct 30th, 2009, 10:21 PM	#126
jdatbs Start The Engine Ride: 2007 FXDC Join Date: Oct 27th, 2009 Location: Riverside, CA Posts: 31	Oil Suggestions For Harleys I don't see anyone mentioning Bel-Ray. I've used Amsoil, Red Line, and Bel Ray. My personal preference was the Bel-Ray. However, I stopped using it and went to Red Line when I found out that their V Twin motor oil was really their regular motor oil in a different can. When I ran out of my supply of Red Line I went to Amsoil because I had a few gallons hanging around the garage. But I will probably go back to Red Line. The tests are solid and the testimonials are unbelievable. It seems all the racers are using Red Line. JD Oh, and a PS: I've used the Red Line Shockproof Heavy in my trans, but I got better results (better = noticeable; softer clunking) using Bel-Ray's V Twin Tranny fluid, which is NOT a synthetic but worked great. I actually felt and heard the difference. Last edited by glider; Oct 30th, 2009 at 10:25 PM. Reason: merged

Oct 30th, 2009, 10:26 PM	#127
glider Community Liaison Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: Jun 21st, 2007 Posts: 21,057 My Mood:	Re: Oil Suggestions For Harleys It sounds to me that you haven't used the Spectro yet that you purchased.

Nov 29th, 2009, 03:22 AM	#128
FXDFCharlie Start The Engine Ride: 2009 FXDF Join Date: Sep 13th, 2009 Location: Tulsa, Ok Posts: 12	Re: Oil Suggestions For Harleys I want to order Spectro oil online. I have found that the prices are cheaper at Bob's than at Spectro. The above image on the left is what I found at Spectroshop.com and is the same as what this thread recommends (exactly what I want). The image on the right is what is on the website at Bobscycle.com. It says golden american full synthetic on the bottle but the description under the photo says SPECTRO PLATINUM HEAVY DUTY V-TWIN FULL SYNTHETIC OIL 20W50 (same as at spectro.com). Is the photo wrong? Have they changed the bottle? I would like to order from Bob's since it is a few dollars per quart cheaper but I am afraid of receiving the wrong product. Any insight you guys may have would be appreciated. I might wait until Monday and just call Bob's. The price difference for changing all three holes 2x is about $45 (significant imo). Thanks

Dec 5th, 2009, 07:27 AM	#129
Iceman24 Community Star Ride: 09 FLHX Street Glide Join Date: Sep 13th, 2009 Location: Midwest Posts: 497 My Mood:	Re: Oil Suggestions For Harleys I'd call Spectro Cust Svs & ask if there's a difference... #'s (203) 775-1291

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