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08-29-2008, 08:28 AM
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Seasoned Rider
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Michigan
Posts: 38
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Engine oil ??
What are you guys running for engine oil? I'm thinking about switching over to Amsoil synthitec.Anybody else run this stuff?
Mark
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08-29-2008, 09:09 AM
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Phemus
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Pensacola, FL
Posts: 2,669
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M1 20/50 V-Twin supersyn in the crankcase
M1 75/90 syn gear oil in tranny
HD Primary/Tranny oil in the Primary
Works for me. When I changed the crankcase oil just yesterday there was ZERO wear metal or anything else on the drain/magnetic plug.
There are many personal opinions about oil and MOST of them are good and your bike will do great using a wide variety of lubricants. It comes down to what YOU want to use. My bike is a 1995 Wideglide and this EVO motor runs like a brand new one and I think the Mobil 1, especially in the crankcase, has something to do with that.
Last edited by steveusmc : 08-29-2008 at 09:10 AM.
Reason: typo
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08-29-2008, 09:15 AM
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IronButt
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Texas
Posts: 469
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I highly reccomend a full synthetic especially up north and especially in a air cooled motor,I worked for mobil oil in the 80`s and they and amsoil had a joint lawsuit over other oil claims of synthetic oil they lost the suit but at that time they were the only true syn oils stick with them they are well worth the extra cost..
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08-29-2008, 09:35 AM
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FNG :)
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: ontario
Posts: 29
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I swear by Amsoil. 20W50 in the motor and primary, 75W90 in the tranny.
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08-29-2008, 03:39 PM
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Ride like the wind
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Arizona
Posts: 1,085
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No not at all I wouldn't run Amsoil even if George gave me the best deal in town. Oh wait George does give the best price in any town.
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08-29-2008, 03:43 PM
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IronButt
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: SE MI
Posts: 3,921
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all Amsoil in my new scoot. 11K so far and more to come.
20W-50 in engine
ATF in primary
75W-90 in trans
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08-30-2008, 09:54 AM
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Lifetime Premium
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Lexington SC
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uh, i want to trade to amsoil, can anyone tell me where to get it in sc.?iam itching so bad to put this stuff in my motor.but also read mobile 1 is the best.and also easier to get.
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08-30-2008, 09:28 PM
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Ride like the wind
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Arizona
Posts: 1,085
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Quote:
Originally Posted by fatboydon24
uh, i want to trade to amsoil, can anyone tell me where to get it in sc.?iam itching so bad to put this stuff in my motor.but also read mobile 1 is the best.and also easier to get.
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I find it much earier to call George and have it delivered to my door. It's a better product, and cheaper if ordered through George, a site sponser.
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04 FLHTI
STOCK 88" PORTED HEADS by DEAN TURK
REDSHIFT TC557 GEAR DRIVE CAM
ZIPPERS THUNDERMAX ECM
V&H TRUE DUALS
KHROME WERKS HP PLUS 100
SE AIR CLEANER
84HP 95TQ
CHROME? AS LITTLE AS POSSIBLE
AMSOIL
14/88
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08-31-2008, 07:31 PM
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IronButt
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Colorado Springs, CO, USA
Posts: 576
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Smitty33
Amsoil ... Anybody else run this stuff?
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dang dude, lots are using it, just look thru the posts.
At the top of this forum look at the sticky topics, and drill into the one labeled New Oil Poll. That'll tell you that ~30% of respondants are using AMSOIL and ~25% are using Mobil 1 (as am I).
Scan thru the replies, then hit the Search link and use AMSOIL (or Mobil 1 or SYN3 or synthetic) as the keyword. You'll see tpoics like:
- what's your oil of choice?
- Mobil 1 V Twin
- More Amsoil....
...and a bunch more. Anything you want to know is probably out there waiting on a search!
geez, two whole days and I'm the first to flame the newbie for not searching, the rest of you OCD types are slacking off! 
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08-31-2008, 07:34 PM
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Average Dude
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Tuftonboro, NH (near Lake Winnipesaukee)
Posts: 5,114
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Use the search function. You will have enough reading for weeks.
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09-01-2008, 07:59 AM
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Phemus
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Pensacola, FL
Posts: 2,669
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Your motor will NEVER know the difference between AMSOIL and M1...ever. Both OUTSTANDING oils...full synthetic.
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09-02-2008, 08:26 AM
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Seasoned Rider
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Michigan
Posts: 38
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Quote:
Originally Posted by gdkenoyer
dang dude, lots are using it, just look thru the posts.
At the top of this forum look at the sticky topics, and drill into the one labeled New Oil Poll. That'll tell you that ~30% of respondants are using AMSOIL and ~25% are using Mobil 1 (as am I).
Scan thru the replies, then hit the Search link and use AMSOIL (or Mobil 1 or SYN3 or synthetic) as the keyword. You'll see tpoics like:
- what's your oil of choice?
- Mobil 1 V Twin
- More Amsoil....
...and a bunch more. Anything you want to know is probably out there waiting on a search!
geez, two whole days and I'm the first to flame the newbie for not searching, the rest of you OCD types are slacking off! |
Thanks and I'll check them out but being a noob I know I must be flamed,how will I ever not be a noob if I don't get a flame or two to get me straightened out!!! 
Mark
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09-02-2008, 09:18 AM
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Longtime Asphalt Cowboy
Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: Back HOME in TEXAS!!!
Posts: 3,043
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Quote:
Originally Posted by YankeeBob
Use the search function. You will have enough reading for weeks.
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Maybe for years....
I use Amsoil 20W-50 in my motor, 75W-90 in the tranny and Amsoil ATF "Super Shifter" in the primary. Same for all 4 of my bikes. AND we highly recommend that set up for all our customers.
George, oh-h-h-h-h George, where are you. Got somebody knocking at your door..!!!!!
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09-02-2008, 09:34 AM
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Seasoned Rider
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: N.E. OH
Posts: 48
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Can't say enough good about Amsoil MCV...Just the stable, cooler operating temps make it worth using!
DHENRY
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