OIL, i know, but what kind?

wright0101 · 11-14-2005, 06:17 PM

car oil , bike oil, which is best, price, quality, performance?

try&keepup · 11-16-2005, 06:09 PM

mobil one red cap, can't go wrong

nig · 11-16-2005, 08:31 PM

Dude. Two threads? Pick one with a pretty label, change it regularly, don't worry.

sscottab · 12-11-2005, 11:32 AM

what ever oil you use make sure it is motorcycle oil.

doct0rxnick · 12-26-2005, 07:29 PM

Motorcycle oil is a good place to start.

My shop-guy recommended Motul 300v. I think that for everyday street riding it doesn't matter, just follow the manual. But otherwise, you're going to find different answers everywhere.

jk750 · 12-26-2005, 08:08 PM

Is it this time again already?

mikem317 · 12-26-2005, 10:42 PM

Motorcycle oil only. I think your machine uses 10W-40. The Honda GN4 lube is decent. HP4 is the synthetic blend (which I use on my machine).

nig · 12-26-2005, 10:47 PM

My friend's cousin read about somebody on the internet whose bike blew up because he used car oil.

jk750 · 12-26-2005, 11:55 PM

I thought his R6 got pranged by a guy using a cell phone?

jyeager · 12-27-2005, 09:14 AM

I assume you've got a wet clutch. Using car oil with friction modifiers will probably not be good for the clutch. So use motorcycle-specific oil. Anything carried by the local motorcycle dealer will work well.
If you want a really good oil to take the best care of your bike, then use Amsoil or Motul.