Red Line users, do u recommend it?
Tourer
Joined: Apr 2010
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I use it in all 3 holes. My bike shifted good from the onset, but I switched at the 5k service and I feel the bike shifts smoother. That's a hard thing to substantiate without testing, but I'm personally convinced my bike is running better in part because of the redline. The tranny fluid smells bad like concentrated diesel oil.
I remember reading in one thread were a guy said he wouldn't use it anymore because when he opened up his tranny the gears all gummed up , so do a search.
I remember reading in one thread were a guy said he wouldn't use it anymore because when he opened up his tranny the gears all gummed up , so do a search.
Elite HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 4,416
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From: San Quirino, Italy
I use it in all 3 holes. My bike shifted good from the onset, but I switched at the 5k service and I feel the bike shifts smoother. That's a hard thing to substantiate without testing, but I'm personally convinced my bike is running better in part because of the redline. The tranny fluid smells bad like concentrated diesel oil.
I remember reading in one thread were a guy said he wouldn't use it anymore because when he opened up his tranny the gears all gummed up , so do a search.
I remember reading in one thread were a guy said he wouldn't use it anymore because when he opened up his tranny the gears all gummed up , so do a search.
Road Master
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 1,096
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From: Joplin, MO
Use it in all three holes and love it. Can't buy it locally. Have to order online prior to need. A bit of a hassle, but worth it. The heavy shockproof made my tranny quiet and neutral is easier to find. The 20/50 reduced my top end chatter also.
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Jan 2011
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From: Sacramento, CA.
I use Redline products in the engine,tranny & primary. It did seem to quite down the engine. The Redline ShockProof in the tranny made a big difference in finding neutral & shifting. I used all HD Syn in my 07 in all three holes & it sounded like it had marbles rattling inside. There are some great syns out there,but I would use a gear type lube in the tranny. Good luck.
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From: North East
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A happy Redline user here. I buy their "Power Packs" http://www.redlineoil.com/Products.aspx?pcid=19
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Apr 2012
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From: Michigan
I use Red Line Shockproof in my Baker DD6 because Baker recommends it.
FWIW, I was at a H-D dealership the other day and that have Red Line, Amsoil, and Mobil 1 products available in their parts department.
FWIW, I was at a H-D dealership the other day and that have Red Line, Amsoil, and Mobil 1 products available in their parts department.