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HD Syn 3 oil

Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by cardboard, Mar 10, 2012.

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  1. FLHTbiker

    FLHTbiker Moderator Staff Member

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    :roflmao: I don't think I would be trusting that guy. :rolleyes: and yep change it regularly no matter what you run in it.
    FLHTbiker, Jan 20, 2013
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    Whatever oil ya use,change it often,keep it full,and ride the sh...t out of it. Have fun be safe.theres no Bad oil tis that some are a little better than others.i use AMSOIL .my good buddy uses Mobil #1, sometimes ill use redline if I can't get AMSOIL ,it's all good .youll know if your motor makes it to 90,000 or more.
    Maddog110, Jan 20, 2013
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    Oil is a recurring topic that never seems to be definitive. Simple response is: New motors come with dino oil that needs changing after first 500 miles. I recommend using same 20w50 oil for the next 1,000 miles, then you can switch to synthetic.

    Synthetic oil in motor definitely runs cooler than dino oil, and gives a much better range of protection in cold and hot climates. H-D sez change the oil every 5,000 miles, but I think it's inexpensive maintenance to change every 3,000. You don't need the most expensive oil out there, or special VTwin oils either.

    Ordinarily, 20W50 is recommended, but since your temps never get below 60f, you can use straight 50 weight, readily available at Wal-Mart for $6/qt. or any auto supply for that matter.
    alex the dog, Jan 21, 2013
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  5. hotroadking

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    I'd never suggest a straight weight oil especially on the TC engines, the tolerances are much tighter, there are a lot of narrow tiny oil passages, a multi weight acts like a 20 during warm up and will get through all the nooks and crannies quicker than a straight 60
    hotroadking, Jan 22, 2013
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    Hi!
    Don't mind me, just posting 5 times so I can start my own topic.
    Carry on!
    Firebird 62, Feb 14, 2013
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  7. PetesHarley

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    Was wandering if anyone has ever tried Motul 20/50 twin oil ??? Have been using HD 20/50 but thinking about switching to this ... Any input would be appreciated
    PetesHarley, Aug 9, 2016
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  8. hotroadking

    hotroadking Super Moderator Staff Member

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    I run M1 20/50 Vtwin, great oil, you can run it in the engine, primary and trans according to M1
    hotroadking, Aug 9, 2016
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  9. Lucifer

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    I haven't used it but it's a good quality oil. They are a French company and have been in business for quite some time.(150 years) Lots of shops up here in the Great White North sell it.
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