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Apr 26, 2011 | 02:43 PM

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Jeepin79

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From: Chicago Burbs

My 1k was done at the dealer and they put synthetic in it so I see no reason not to.

Apr 26, 2011 | 02:57 PM

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2black1s

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From: Simi Valley, CA

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Originally Posted by tj316

I am coming up on my 1000 mile service on the new FLTRX 103 , I was planning on putting Amsoil 20w50 in the motor and outer primary, and Amsoil Severe Gear 75w90 in the tranny, the parts guy at the local shop said I shouldn't switch to synthetic motor oil in the motor until the next oil change that 1000 miles was to soon, what are your thoughts

That is complete BS.

Think about it - Why do some top manufacturers use synthetic oil in there engines right off the line? Including Harley's CVO models.