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Old Jun 13, 2013 | 07:51 PM
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I am attempting to find what is best for my transmission...
Gear oil, or transmission oil like Harley's synthetic formula plus.

Also, If gear oil is the best option, is there a special kind for V-twins?

2012 Super Glide Custom
5k miles
 

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There are more oils out there than it is possible to comment on! There are stickys above this section of HDF where you can read what members are using. I have used Harley oils for most of the time I've owned Harleys.
 
 
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