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Old Jun 2, 2014 | 08:24 PM
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I enjoy the KY lube & for the 'Long' run I go with Syn. KY in both holes.
 
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Thanks, I appriciate your response. I know this is a question that comes up frequently, but I was waiting for someone to say Royal Purple. I just wanted a little more pursuasion to get some blue oil for my my bike. Thanks all.
 
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Thanks, I appriciate your response. I know this is a question that comes up frequently, but I was waiting for someone to say Royal Purple. I just wanted a little more pursuasion to get some blue oil for my my bike. Thanks all.
Well, wait no longer, I use Royal Purple in my engine.
 
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Mobil 1 V Twin. You can buy it just about anywhere when you need it.
 
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They say olive oil is better for your cholesterol.
 
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None. I just wing it.
 
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