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Old Sep 9, 2018 | 08:03 PM
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What kind of oil should I use in the engine?
 
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What kind of oil should I use in the engine?
Are you kidding?

 
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Old Sep 11, 2018 | 04:35 AM
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Olive oil, no?
 
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My bike really likes Amsoil. The engine seems quieter.
 
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I heard mink oil works well.
 
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Canola
 
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Canola FTW!

Seriously i think different engines like different oils.
Example, my 103 really likes Amsoil. However, your 103 may like Mobile 1. I base my standered on the engine's noise level.
Mobile 1 in my bike (only used it once) makes the motor sound like a bucket of bolts.
 

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