Just to clarify, there's a simple reason why Mobil 1 V-Twin 20W50 and Redline motorcycle oils are not JASO approved, and in the official list of verified oils. Both brands can effortlessly afford the testing and fees, but even if they met every other requirement, they would instantly fail the...
Originally Posted by BBDartCA
The reason I raised the concern is regarding warranty approval for a suspect lube failure. If the Motorcycle OEM specified that a JASO MA oil was needed, and a non-registered JASO oil was all that was recorded as being used, the risk for claim denial may be higher...
Moto: 2007 Yamaha FZ1
Previous Fill: Maxima Extra 4 15W50 and HiFlo 204 oil filter
OCI Duration: App. 800 miles- including 6 track days
Current Fill: Repsol Rider 15W50 and a HiFlo 204 oil filter
Originally Posted By: dgunay
Hey fellas,
I have put about 200 miles this weekend with my new Z650. It's been great so far. Dealer told me to come back around 500-600 miles for a break-in service. I've got some questions before booking an appointment in two weeks. I am kind of new to the...
Moto: 2007 Yamaha FZ1
Previous Fill: Redline 10W40 and HiFlo 204RC oil filter
OCI Duration: App. 1200 miles- including 5 track days
Current Fill: Maxima Extra 4 15W50 and Yamaha OEM filter
Looks like a great oil! It’s nice to see that it has a higher starting Sus Vis, which will help keep it in the proper viscosity (50 grade) longer in case the oil starts to shear during use. High phos/zinc, a big dose of moly (reminiscent of Redline lubes), and another big dose of boron. As...
Since you have a local Napa I would recommend the Napa Gold 1358 over the K&N filter due to some of their gasket sealing issues and their ban at many motorcycle track events. You should be able to save a few bucks as well, and still end up with a high quality filter.
Originally Posted By: Max_D
Aloha,
I'm picking up a new bike today (2012 Yamaha FZ6R) and I'm gonna change the oil and filter right away to start fresh. The bike only has 2500 miles on it, but not sure when the last change was done. Anyone have experience or suggestions for this bike? Thanks...
Originally Posted By: MotoTribologist
I'm just going to say this as I always do in threads of this nature. Not all viscosity modifiers shear equally. There are some extremely shear stable polymers being used out there as well as some very unstable ones. It all depends on what the company is...
Anyone curious where the spike in Titanium came from when the Mobil Super Syn was used from 10,120-19,949 miles? I've never seen any of the Mobil 1 oils using that level of titanium (even though this is the Super Syn version) and the previous UOA had 0 PPM present. I'm wondering if they used...
Just to clarify I think everyone has been pretty good about not bashing any motorcycle brand in this topic (as of this moment);and the purpose of posting this recall is just to inform fellow riders who may have an affected model and keep them from experiencing any issues. I've managed the Parts...
Originally Posted By: alarmguy
Originally Posted By: Analyzer
While I do agree that the brake/fork fluid are some of the most neglected fluids on a motorcycle; having deposits form if in use for more than two years that potentially cause brake failure is a serious problem. I would argue that...