Can we use this type of oil in our engines without destroy them.
The advantage could be a less viscous oil during start up and a better lubrication during the same period. A smoother shifting also come to mind.
The price when in special is 7 CAD /liter which is not bad for a full synth.
Can I have your opinion ?
Not sure, manual says 10W30, (I'm using 10w40 Mobil 1 Racing 4t), and not energy conserving which the 5w40 may well be. Don't know, but I wouldn't.
Not much help, I afraid.
I have just used the recommended grade of oil, and the recommended oil change intervals in motorcycles I have owned. It has kept them running sweetly for a good long time.
From the Owner's Manual:
ENGINE OIL
Oil Recommendation
Your motorcycle does not need oil additives. Use the recommended oil.
Do not use oils with graphite or molybdenum additives. They may adversely affect clutch operation.
Do not use API SH or higher oils displaying a circular API ‘‘energy conserving’’ service label on the container. They may affect lubrication and clutch performance.
NOT RECOMMENDED
Do not use non-detergent, vegetable, or castor based racing oils.
Suggested Oil
SG or higher except oils labeled as energy conserving on the circular API service label
SAE 10W-30 MA
Honda ‘‘4-STROKE MOTORCYCLE OIL’’ or equivalent.
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Can we use this type of oil in our engines without destroy them.
The advantage could be a less viscous oil during start up and a better lubrication during the same period. A smoother shifting also come to mind.
The price when in special is 7 CAD /liter which is not bad for a full synth.
Can I have your opinion ?
Marius
I use rotella in all my toys. Just DO NOT use any oil that says energy conserving or it will destroy your clutch
Previously Rotella 5w40 didn't have the JASO MA norm which means that it's safe for wet clutches. It is not an energy conserving oil ( didn't see that on the API sign). I was afraid just by the fact of being 5w40 instead of 10w30
Thanks a lot for your responses
Marius
the new Shell Rotella 5W40, HDEO, JASO MA
