I have a couple of questions about Mobil 1 motorcycle oils. I am currently using Mobil 1 20W-50 V-Twin oil in my Suzuki V-Strom. I chose the 20W-50 on the advice of a friend because I was told it was superior to the MX4T. Also, I was also under the impression that my bike would shift slightly better if I used the heavier 20W-50 oil.
However, the Suzuki owner’s manual recommends a 10W-40 oil and I’m afraid that I’m using an oil that’s too thick for colder temps (40-50 degrees) and could do damage to the engine. Is there any reason for me to fear this? Would I be better off just to run the MX4T or should I just continue using the V-Twin oil?? I’m no oil expert so I’ll leave it up to you guys to point me in the right direction.
I’ve also heard that Mobil will no longer be offering it’s MX4T in quart size bottles, is this true?
If I can't get the MX4T 10W-40, do you guys have another brand to suggest? AMSOIL?
However, the Suzuki owner’s manual recommends a 10W-40 oil and I’m afraid that I’m using an oil that’s too thick for colder temps (40-50 degrees) and could do damage to the engine. Is there any reason for me to fear this? Would I be better off just to run the MX4T or should I just continue using the V-Twin oil?? I’m no oil expert so I’ll leave it up to you guys to point me in the right direction.
I’ve also heard that Mobil will no longer be offering it’s MX4T in quart size bottles, is this true?
If I can't get the MX4T 10W-40, do you guys have another brand to suggest? AMSOIL?