I just thought I'd share my experience with changing to Redline Shockproof V-Twin Transmission Oil on my 1k service....

While the 5th gear clatter is still there... it sounds different.
It now sound more like a purr... maybe a low growl.... instead of sounding like it is about to blow up!
It definatly sounds muffled....

I am much happier now....

Has anyone had similar experience?

 

I will be trying that when I do my 5000 mile service,I want to know when they will come out with the IDS for the softails???????

 

I put redline in all 3 holes in my deluxe. It quieted my 5th gear and also the whine in 1st is almost gone. Also the oil temp went down about 20 to 25 degrees. I'm happy!

 

Any of the high grade synthetics (Amsoil, Mobil 1, RedLine) will give you similar results.
They are all far better and longer lasting than is truely required to do the job intended.
Add to that the fact that most of usaremore than a bit **** about maintenance and frequent oil & filter changes.
With those facts in mindit probably doesn't make ahill of beans worth of difference which one of the good ones you use. Its the takingcare of it, changing it often, and using the "good stuff"parts that will prove to be the keyto a long and trouble free lifespan.

 

I switched to redline at 1400 miles, after about 4k I forgot it made noise when new. Now Im at 10k and you cant tell the difference in any gear, all quiet.

 

Mobile1 gear oil worked for me. It also finds neutral better, but still not good enough. It's getting better with more miles.

 

Redline's working great for me too!!

 

I put in Royal purple at 4k and can tell no difference from the formula+ or the stuff that came in it from the factory. All sounds the same.