Auto syn oil in my V-Rod? - V-Nation

Sharkguy · 01-30-2010, 09:55 PM

I have an 04 V-Rod. Is it OK to use an auto syn oil such as Mobil 1, Valvolene,
etc. in my bike as long as it's the recommended weight? I've been using Harley syn but the price is outrageous. Also looked into Amsoil, but it's pretty pricey, too.

HoneyB · 01-30-2010, 10:09 PM

Welcome!
Any oil for the VROD MUST be wet clutch compatible, or your clutch will slip. SYN3 is
crap, IMHO. Get Amsoil here on the forum, from o2man98(Ken), and it will be shipped to your house.

Bruce Helland · 01-31-2010, 12:26 AM

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Originally Posted by HoneyB

Welcome!
Any oil for the VROD MUST be wet clutch compatible, or your clutch will slip. SYN3 is
crap, IMHO. Get Amsoil here on the forum, from o2man98(Ken), and it will be shipped to your house.

Second the Amsoil and Ken! Best oil and service

dpierce02 · 01-31-2010, 09:54 AM

I get my oil and filters from Ken also. great to deal with and shipped to my door. Since changing to Amsoil the bike uses lees than pint between oil changes 5000-6000 miles

Rustyg · 01-31-2010, 06:42 PM

Mobile -1 is OK as long as it is specifically for Motorcycles. Other brands are available also but must be specifically for Motorcycles because of wet clutch issues.

**capngeo** · 01-31-2010, 07:37 PM

+1000 on Ken & Amsoil... you will not be sorry!

**rjrivero** · 02-01-2010, 02:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sharkguy

I have an 04 V-Rod. Is it OK to use an auto syn oil such as Mobil 1, Valvolene,

NO. YOU CAN NOT USE AN AUTOMOBILE OIL IN THE V-ROD.

As stated, AUTO OIL usually contains friction modifiers. These will cause the clutch to slip. Once they soak into the clutch, you can plan on swapping clutch plates.

Mobil makes a version of Mobil 1 that is SPECIFICALLY FOR MOTORCYCLES. You can use it in your V-Rod. Amsoil is also a good oil. As the collective has already stated, Ken can deliver it at prices BETTER than you get at the store.

**capngeo** · 02-01-2010, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by rjrivero

NO. YOU CAN NOT USE AN AUTOMOBILE OIL IN THE V-ROD.

As stated, AUTO OIL usually contains friction modifiers. These will cause the clutch to slip. Once they soak into the clutch, you can plan on swapping clutch plates.

Mobil makes a version of Mobil 1 that is SPECIFICALLY FOR MOTORCYCLES. You can use it in your V-Rod. Amsoil is also a good oil. As the collective has already stated, Ken can deliver it at prices BETTER than you get at the store.

How about if it is a DIESEL automobile?

Motive · 02-01-2010, 08:11 AM

Diesel oil sometimes has anti-frothing agents.

**shadow11** · 02-01-2010, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by capngeo

How about if it is a DIESEL automobile?

I am pretty sure some people use Rotella, then again that is a natural oil and not a Synthetic.

01-30-2010, 09:55 PM	#1 (permalink)
Sharkguy Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Pittsburgh area Bike: 04 VRSCB Posts: 3	Auto syn oil in my V-Rod? I have an 04 V-Rod. Is it OK to use an auto syn oil such as Mobil 1, Valvolene, etc. in my bike as long as it's the recommended weight? I've been using Harley syn but the price is outrageous. Also looked into Amsoil, but it's pretty pricey, too.

01-30-2010, 10:09 PM	#2 (permalink)
HoneyB Pat(rick) S. Join Date: May 2008 Location: No. Central CT Bike: '04 VRSCB Posts: 2,970	Welcome! Any oil for the VROD MUST be wet clutch compatible, or your clutch will slip. SYN3 is crap, IMHO. Get Amsoil here on the forum, from o2man98(Ken), and it will be shipped to your house. __________________ '04B, lt blue/dk blue w/barb wire, #63 of 200, SERF, Relo'd frt signals, mini LED rear signals, Arlen Ness mirrors, Mid-sport shield, black back rest/luggage rack, ME 880's, Amsoil, Tiger racing belt guards, Pondo's pivot bolt covers and 'V' valve stem covers, Tyson's black 'B' riser, black 5 spoke '08D wheels and rear pulley, Progressive springs and Black 440 shocks, and my Jeannie ride bell!!! Sign up for V-mergency here: http://www.v-nation.com/forums/showthread.php?t=967

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dpierce02 Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Western NY Bike: 2005 VRSCSE Posts: 105	I get my oil and filters from Ken also. great to deal with and shipped to my door. Since changing to Amsoil the bike uses lees than pint between oil changes 5000-6000 miles __________________ 7 years now and still counting cancer survivor everyday is a great day

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Rustyg Member 148 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Central Florida Bike: 2007 VRSCX Posts: 1,326	Mobile -1 is OK as long as it is specifically for Motorcycles. Other brands are available also but must be specifically for Motorcycles because of wet clutch issues. __________________ Regards, John Everything is JMHO. Accuracy is not assured. 0461 / 1400 VRSCX 2003 VRSCA 2002 Road King Classic Member #148

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