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Old Sep 11, 2008 | 08:15 PM
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First time using syn3. It's been about 1100 miles since my oil change. I stuck my finger in it and it felt sticky. Now the bike had been sitting for about 2 hours. Is this normal?
 
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Old Sep 11, 2008 | 08:22 PM
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hmm can't say ive ever felt syn3 get sticky but anythings possible with synthetic oil, as long as nothing else is getting in there, its not like its gas, then it would be really thin and watery
 
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I stuck my finger in it and it felt sticky. Is this normal?
That's called "Gettin' sloppy seconds or thirds". It's only normal if you're the ugly guy in the group.
 
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Old Sep 12, 2008 | 09:04 AM
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I'm just wondering why you're sticking your finger in there?
 
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Old Sep 12, 2008 | 10:03 AM
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i was wondering the same thing.
 
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Old Sep 12, 2008 | 10:14 AM
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Did ya at least take her out for dinner and drinks first?
 
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Old Sep 12, 2008 | 10:54 AM
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Did you taste it too? Mobil V-Twin isn't like that.
 
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Get 2 of your buddies to stick their fingers in the other 2 holes at the same time.
 
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Wow guys thanks for all your help. Really appreciate it.
 
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