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Originally Posted by Nightmare
Most good mechanics or engine builders will tell you the opposite. They do not recommend full syn till at earliest 4000 miles, and their preference is usually 5000-6000.
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In an engine built in a machine shop, 3000 is plenty if they are any kind of machinist.
In an OEM Engine, there is no need for any break-in period. It is just to get machining and casting debris out of the engine.
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Originally Posted by Nightmare
The main reason it is considered bad for break in period is the fact that it thins up quicker thann standard oil. This is why the oil your engine comes with is heavily mineral based oil. I figured you would disagree. Your also forgetting the difference in our engines compared to.... let's say a corvette. Our clutch is lubricated by the oil the is used in the engine itself, and transmission. Higher rpms then the corvette engine. Why do you think there are so many different addivtives in motorcycle oil then car oil. break in period is also different for our engines anyway. I will just stop here though, cause I see your the kind of person that needs last word.
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Hmmmmm... I would really like to see any proof that a Premium Synthetic thins quicker. As matter of fact, AMSOIL Motorcycle Specific oil actually gain slightly in Viscosity.
No difference in break-in... there is none required for the bike or the car..
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Originally Posted by 185EZ
That's awesome but could have done the same with conventional oil.
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Again.... At least two to 3 times as many changes and there are still the performance benefits of using a Premium Synthetic.
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Originally Posted by 1992zx7
I was running conventional oil in my harley's and kawasaki's.I started running amsoil in them and what a change.My harley's were running 10 degrees cooler and ran way better and smoother in 100 plus heat!!.My kawasaki's run cooler and smoother and shift way better no more chunky feeling.My clutchs last longer too.So i'll stick with amsoil there the best in my book.....  |
Great Testimonial... After 660 miles on my Ultra and a 5 MPH 11 mile ride, the petroleum oil was as black and thick as tar. Switched to AMSOIL and did the same ride. 275 degree oil temps and the oil was analyzed at over 9000 miles showing it was still good.
I never take the lowers off, I ride with bags and Tour Pak Loaded, Pull a loaded Trailer and just did 2500 miles in the last 2 weeks and most was 2 up. 2000 lbs and less is an easy day on the bike.. 2 yrs old and 42,000 miles... Most of it with the "wrong" fluids in it.
Bob
I am just over 9000 and will change after my ride on Sunday.
