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Old Aug 3, 2018 | 12:49 AM
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Here's realistic poll question : which is the best synthetic oil for the m8 r.g.s ?
 
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Old Aug 3, 2018 | 01:44 AM
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Pick one!! Virtually all the same quality wise.
 
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Finally a (best oil) thread.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2018 | 06:40 AM
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This should be good. I cant wait for the results.
 
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If there were an absolute best we would all know it and we would all use it. I use Mobil1 VTwin simply because it is available virtually everywhere. Is it the best? I have no idea. But it is surely good enough to protect the engine.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2018 | 07:14 AM
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Serious question

Does anybody know of anyone that had a oil related engine failure that changes their oil as recommended?



As for me. Mobil 1in every bike I have. As stated earlier it is highly available.


 
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Old Aug 3, 2018 | 07:31 AM
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Mobile one 15 -50 , $21.99 at most Walmart’s . Been using it for over 10 yrs and 75,000 miles with out any motor problems !
 
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Aw come on guys, everyone knows you have to use the HD brand oil and filter ...if you don't, the bike's warranty is void.
 
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