HARLEY Synthetic OIL
My take from all I have read is that while adequate it is not the best. I have soley used Royal purple 20/50 in engine and 75/90 in the trans/primary chain case. Others swear by red line in the tranny and chain case.
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Joined: May 2008
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From: Newberg OR
1) Using any oil that meets the MoCo's recommendations will not affect your warranty! There are many 'real' synthetics that meet requirements.
2) Syn3 is a blend of Dyno and Synthetic oils. Running Dyno only will not damage your engine, but many will say that synth will extend the life of your engine - I run Mobil-1 or AMSOIL.
3) It's been said on this forum that HD buys their oil from Citgo (a product of Venezuela). I for one will not buy any product from Mr. Chavez.
2) Syn3 is a blend of Dyno and Synthetic oils. Running Dyno only will not damage your engine, but many will say that synth will extend the life of your engine - I run Mobil-1 or AMSOIL.
3) It's been said on this forum that HD buys their oil from Citgo (a product of Venezuela). I for one will not buy any product from Mr. Chavez.
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This forum can be quite useful.
It can also be entertaining.
It's fun to see mods that others have done.
I'd guess that some good friendships are made as well.
That's all good .... now the bad .....
Asking a question about what oil to use is kind of silly.
It's been discussed and beat to death about a million times.
google harley synthetic - you'll actually get links to hdforums.
You'll also get enough to read for the next 2-3 months - maybe more.
Generally - it's all subjective information.
All posts regarding oil preference or quality in any of the general forums should automatically be deleted.
Flame on - But this place would be better off without these posts.
It can also be entertaining.
It's fun to see mods that others have done.
I'd guess that some good friendships are made as well.
That's all good .... now the bad .....
Asking a question about what oil to use is kind of silly.
It's been discussed and beat to death about a million times.
google harley synthetic - you'll actually get links to hdforums.
You'll also get enough to read for the next 2-3 months - maybe more.
Generally - it's all subjective information.
All posts regarding oil preference or quality in any of the general forums should automatically be deleted.
Flame on - But this place would be better off without these posts.
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Joined: Dec 2008
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From: Ashland Ore.
This forum can be quite useful.
It can also be entertaining.
It's fun to see mods that others have done.
I'd guess that some good friendships are made as well.
That's all good .... now the bad .....
Asking a question about what oil to use is kind of silly.
It's been discussed and beat to death about a million times.
google harley synthetic - you'll actually get links to hdforums.
You'll also get enough to read for the next 2-3 months - maybe more.
Generally - it's all subjective information.
All posts regarding oil preference or quality in any of the general forums should automatically be deleted.
Flame on - But this place would be better off without these posts.
It can also be entertaining.
It's fun to see mods that others have done.
I'd guess that some good friendships are made as well.
That's all good .... now the bad .....
Asking a question about what oil to use is kind of silly.
It's been discussed and beat to death about a million times.
google harley synthetic - you'll actually get links to hdforums.
You'll also get enough to read for the next 2-3 months - maybe more.
Generally - it's all subjective information.
All posts regarding oil preference or quality in any of the general forums should automatically be deleted.
Flame on - But this place would be better off without these posts.
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Joined: Jul 2008
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this forum can be quite useful.
It can also be entertaining.
It's fun to see mods that others have done.
I'd guess that some good friendships are made as well.
That's all good .... Now the bad .....
Asking a question about what oil to use is kind of silly.
It's been discussed and beat to death about a million times.
Google harley synthetic - you'll actually get links to hdforums.
You'll also get enough to read for the next 2-3 months - maybe more.
Generally - it's all subjective information.
All posts regarding oil preference or quality in any of the general forums should automatically be deleted.
Flame on - but this place would be better off without these posts.
It can also be entertaining.
It's fun to see mods that others have done.
I'd guess that some good friendships are made as well.
That's all good .... Now the bad .....
Asking a question about what oil to use is kind of silly.
It's been discussed and beat to death about a million times.
Google harley synthetic - you'll actually get links to hdforums.
You'll also get enough to read for the next 2-3 months - maybe more.
Generally - it's all subjective information.
All posts regarding oil preference or quality in any of the general forums should automatically be deleted.
Flame on - but this place would be better off without these posts.
if people would stop writing thier opinion instead of answer the question
or posting thier comment ,that would make it alot better too...the post than would go to an other page and you wouldnt have to cry about seening it..
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Joined: May 2008
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From: Ponchatoula Louisiana
I know the oil subject has been beat to death, but for FATBOB's benefit:
Syn3 was kinda noisy.
Mobil1 V-Twin much better and can be had at WalMart for decent price.
Amsoil even better. Cooler and quieter than both of the above
Syn3 was kinda noisy.
Mobil1 V-Twin much better and can be had at WalMart for decent price.
Amsoil even better. Cooler and quieter than both of the above
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THANKS,,,NOW I GOT THE ANSWER..Syn3 was kinda noisy...SO I WILL STILL WITH REG.. FOR NOW AND GO WITH MOBIL 1 AFTER...THAT WAS HELPFULL... THANKS AGAIN...
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From: Out on Deranged
I don't know what I was waiting for but now I change the oils myself.Next inspection, if still under warrenty ,I will bring them the bike with the oils already changed...It costs about 70 with the oil and filter,but at least you know it's done right and it will cut at least 100$ off your inspection bill.
As for sewing machine nois I'm using amsoil full syn.20/50 and i still hear it,it may not be as loud but I know it's there so we will always hear it.....hey my car makes noise I turn up the radio!!!