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01-18-2012, 01:25 PM
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01-18-2012, 01:29 PM
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I use a mix of canola and Crisco... it makes my bike smell like a french fry vendor goin down the road... its great!
Sorry.. couldn't resist.
Serious answer... The ones I've used I really liked were Mobile one, Lucas. I hear amsoil, Royal Purple, Redline, and some others are top of the line and have the price to match. I have also used Castrol Act-Evo with good results.
The rule of thumb you will hear is that unless you try to keep your oil in for extended use for some reason, you can use almost any brand and change it when you should.
I do have to say that I used Syn3 once in a 99 FXD I had, and drained out all out after 3 rides because I thought someone poured quarters into my primary it was so loud. Threw Mobile one and Valvoline gear oil their approriate holes and it was like a totally different bike from the Syn3. Although I heard some people say it was ok, I stay away.
Sorry.. couldn't resist.
Serious answer... The ones I've used I really liked were Mobile one, Lucas. I hear amsoil, Royal Purple, Redline, and some others are top of the line and have the price to match. I have also used Castrol Act-Evo with good results.
The rule of thumb you will hear is that unless you try to keep your oil in for extended use for some reason, you can use almost any brand and change it when you should.
I do have to say that I used Syn3 once in a 99 FXD I had, and drained out all out after 3 rides because I thought someone poured quarters into my primary it was so loud. Threw Mobile one and Valvoline gear oil their approriate holes and it was like a totally different bike from the Syn3. Although I heard some people say it was ok, I stay away.
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01-18-2012, 01:36 PM
#34
01-18-2012, 02:49 PM
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Oil threads are very prevalent and if you use the search function, you will possibly be able to sort through the bull **** and make an intelligent decision.
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01-18-2012, 08:06 PM
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01-18-2012, 08:13 PM
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Big Twin 20W60HD PowerPack
http://www.redlineoil.com/Products.aspx?pcid=19
REDLINE: Big Twin 20W60HD PowerPack
ABOUT RED LINE V-TWIN POWER PACKS
REDLINE: Big Twin 20W60HD PowerPack
- Complete kit specific to motorcycles with Flathead, Knucklehead, Shovelhead, Panhead engines (as well as Big Twins operated in hot climates or with wide clearances)
- Includes 5 quarts of 20W60 Motorcycle Oil, 1 quart of V-Twin Transmission Oil with ShockProof, 1 quart of Primary Chain Case Oil, 1 bottle of Fuel Injection Cleaner for Motorcycles, a sticker kit, a Red Line Oil embroidered hat, and a versatile funnel
ABOUT RED LINE V-TWIN POWER PACKS
- Based on our work with the motorcycle industry's best tuners, engine builders, and race teams, Red Line offers complete synthetic oil packages for many of the most popular V-Twin motorcycles and Sport Bikes.
- Each kit has been tested for compatibility and includes enough fluids for a complete oil change (users must check vehicle specs for capacity to ensure against overfilling, as full quarts may provide more product than necessary).
- For 2007-up H-D® motorcycle with the 96-inch engine, users must purchase one extra bottle of Primary Chain Case Oil, since that bike's capacity is 38 oz (45 oz dry), rather than the 32 oz capacity for an Evo or Big Twin case
#38
01-18-2012, 08:26 PM
The engineers that designed your bike from the ground up say SYN3. In fact it is standard from the factory in all Screaming Eagle bikes and carries a 2 year unlimited miles warranty. Why try to reinvent the wheel?
And lastly, can anyone remember an engine failure due to using the wrong brand of oil?
And lastly, can anyone remember an engine failure due to using the wrong brand of oil?
Last edited by xcelr8; 01-18-2012 at 08:30 PM.
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