Oil Temp ???

Hey guys, just got an oil temp gauge for the sporty. What temp is to hot or when should I start to worry about it being to hot?? Thanks to all.

Oil temp question

I posted this same question a while ago on this forum for a Softtail. The answer I got was that the temp should be at least 210 to properly boil off condensation, and probably not more than 280 for an extended period. Syntho oils can handle a bit more heat than dyno, however as long as you don't run in the 300 degree range and change the oil every 3,000 miles or so, the temperature doesn't make a great deal of difference .

I watched my guage a lot for the first month or so. It never got above 240 degrees regardless of ambient temperature or riding conditions. After a while I just ignored it. It was a classic case of too much information. Now unless I am in heavy traffic or on a long high-speed run, I really don't pay much attention. With the way the oil tank is set up on the softtail, I can tell just by the heat rising off it whether the motor needs a rest. If I remember right, my '91 sportster had the tank right under the seat, also.

If you live in hot climates or do a lot of city driving, maybe it will be a lot more useful to you. Hope this helps.

Thanks Dave I appreciate it.

Oil Temp

Check out the December issue of American Iron. There is an excellent article about oils... dino vs. synthetic etc.

Correction

That was the November issue of American Iron... just got the December issue.