Harley Sportster question

[ssls6]

I'm normally a Schaeffers kind of guy for my bikes. I use the series 7000 20w-50 in the motors and the #267 in the transmissions. This has worked well for me on several BMWs and a couple of big twin Harleys.

I recently bought a sportster for my wife and now I'm a little concerned. The sportster uses a shared sump for the primary and transmission so whatever I use must be clutch friendly. I will continue to use schaeffers 20w-50 in the motor but I'm afraid of using #267 in the primary/trans box.

Anyone on this forum own a sportster, if so what primary/trans lube do you use? Anyone know how safe the #267 would be with a wet clutch?

Thanks,
RLK

 

[G-MAN]

Harley is now recommending their Formula+ for all Sportster transmissions, as well as the primary and transmissions on Big Twins. It's relatively inexpensive and I can tell you it works great in my Sportster transmission.

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FORMULA+ Transmission and Primary Chaincase Lubricant

Developed with a proprietary mineral basestock formula, TESTED-CERTIFIED by Harley-Davidson® Motor Company. Formulated to provide lubricity for the anti-wear requirements of transmission gears. Formulated to maintain the coefficient of friction for proper clutch operation and provide adequate lubrication to the primary chain. Approved for use in all stages of transmission and primary chaincase life. Not for use in the crankcase as a motor oil.

99851-05

IN-STORE PURCHASE ONLY Contact dealer for pricing and availability.

1 Quart

Formulated for use in Harley-Davidson® Transmissions (except VRSC™ models) and the following Primary Chaincase applications: '71-later XL, '83-'84 XR1000, and '84-later Big Twin models with wet type diaphragm spring clutch.

MSRP US $6.95

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[PT1]

I used the syn3 in my 883xl and it was fine. But people tell me the Formula + gives better clutch "feel".