http://www.spectro-oils.comhttp://www.spectro-oils.com/technical-dataLots of riders, and even some “in-theknow”
magazine journalists, say all oils
are the same.
The FACTS are engines, drivetrains and
demands on motorcycles are different
and so are the lubricants required.
Take power: maximum engine output
per liter for motorcycles is typically 1.5
to 1.8 times that of automobile engines.
Similarly, R.P.M.’s at maximum
output are 1.3 to 2 times that of most
automobiles.
Further, motorcycle engines, being small and lightweight, have a
smaller thermal capacity - the result is that motorcycle engine oils can
reach temperatures as high as 320° F.
MOTORCYCLE OILS:
MUST contain higher quality shear stabilizers because many
run the same lubricant in both the engine and gearbox
MUST have higher volatility to control consumption because
they do run hotter
MUST have special additives to better prevent cam wear and
oxidation in their extreme heat environment.
So does it make sense to skimp on your motorcycle’s “health” to save
a few dollars per oil change? No Way! An average Motorcyclist
changes their oil twice a year, using a less expensive oil to save only
a few dollars -vs- using Spectro motorcycle specific oils. That just
doesn’t make sense.
