Not another oil thread but I need some guidance

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L.A.B sorry mate, god gave two ears one mouth , did you actually read my post? Or too busy listening to radio four.

It ain't what it is it's how it is used ref oil for motorcycles, but I have made two appointments with old contacts in the oil game to have a chat on the subject such is my thirst for knowledge . I used to buy a can or two in my past life so maybe I can (joke) get a decent price on recomended product.

Best regards J
 
auldblue said:
L.A.B sorry mate, god gave two ears one mouth , did you actually read my post?
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Unfortunately yes, (which required the use of neither ears nor mouth) although I think deleting it would've been the most appropriate thing to do under the circumstances-as you're drifting off-topic (fuel crisis, x-rays) again.
 
Ref oil for commandos.

I think I have found a good compromise for oil spec for my machines.maybe low detergent for older motors and maybe a higher spec for my rebuilt motors .

There, alls well that ends well , and when I fit my electric start on 18/9/14 I will be able to push the big button safe in the knowledge that no sludge will be disturbed.

Please feel free to delete any or all of this content as you are a smarty pants anyway.

J
 
Unless one does an engine tear-down and oil analysis, rating different oils is subjective, at best. Barring that, I've always relied upon the results of this testing.

When it comes to rating oils, the experience of someone such as Jim Comstock is to be valued, as well.
 
JimC said:
Unless one does an engine tear-down and oil analysis, rating different oils is subjective, at best. Barring that, I've always relied upon the results of this testing.

When it comes to rating oils, the experience of someone such as Jim Comstock is to be valued, as well.
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Wow, that's a great article - real world practical testing with a great data collection and analysis!
 
L.A.B. said:
A statement had been made that Norton's last recommendation was for 20w-50 multigrade and the service release simply shows this was not the case.
Agreed, things have moved on since then, and monograde oil may or may not be the best option to use now, however it is interesting to note that whether outdated or otherwise, Andover Norton and some others still recommend monograde.

http://www.andover-norton.co.uk/SI%20Oil.htm
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Quite right, Les. I should have said the last recommendation I looked at, or maybe I was just betrayed by a fading memory again. I should probably learn to stay out of oil threads, tire threads, top speed threads, horsepower threads, and so on, but what would be the fun in that? The only way to be absolutely sure of never posting misinformation is to never post information.

Ken

Ken
 
I should probably learn to stay out of oil threads, tire threads, top speed threads, horsepower threads, and so on, but what would be the fun in that? The only way to be absolutely sure of never posting misinformation is to never post information.
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Totally agree, Ken

Unfortunately, there are some here (one in particular) that continue to post a lot of pure B.S. Even when called on it, he insists on spreading more manure.
 
Ref choice of oil.

My original comment was best to go with the specified oil recomended by the engine builder in case it invalidated any warranty should the engine develop problems. From really putting on the miles ,went to infrequent use in two sentences.
If that is BS then guilty as charged. No need for any song and dance say what you mean.
As Mel Gibson said in the film "always follow your mechanics recommendations , otherwise get a new mechanic".
Are we clear now?
 
auldblue said:
Ref choice of oil.

My original comment was best to go with the specified oil recomended by the engine builder in case it invalidated any warranty should the engine develop problems. From really putting on the miles ,went to infrequent use in two sentences.
If that is BS then guilty as charged. No need for any song and dance say what you mean.
As Mel Gibson said in the film "always follow your mechanics recommendations , otherwise get a new mechanic".
Are we clear now?
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A little sensitive, auldblue? In no way was my comment about BS directed at you. I was referring to the +15,000 lbs of BS.
 
I know its not an oil thread but....
My BMW guru swears by that Vtwin oil too, his explanation is that oil is getting less and less ZDDP these days and flat cam follower BMW's need it.
I've been using it for two seasons on my race bike and seems happy enough.
Penrite do an oil that has been recommended by the Aussie BMW guys.
I'll go now.... :roll:
 
Ref Norton. Commando oil ; statements made by L.A.B

A good reference for information on oil suitability on air cooled twin motorcycle engines of the seventies is perhaps the people who produce it nowadays rather than the dog eared map of when the world was flat.
Similar to pulling up a Wikipedia article or reading the Scientist magazine for your information.

I have had some info back from Penrite and Morris on the subject and then I can at least put my own choice of oil in my commando and rev their guts out safe in the knowledge that if I blow them up ,at least it will be the correct grade of oil that puts me down the road on my arse.

J
 
Biscuit said:
My, my, we do love our oil..."I will not be happy until you use the oil I do"! Hey Mike got any questions about tires? :roll:
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My simple question turned into exactly what I didnt want to see. I will use Crisco in my bike as it will solidify and protect the engine on cold starts. Sheesh, what a mess.
Now I do need some tires..............
Im not asking.
 
auldblue said:
Ref choice of oil.

My original comment was best to go with the specified oil recomended by the engine builder in case it invalidated any warranty should the engine develop problems. From really putting on the miles ,went to infrequent use on the miles in two sentences.
If that is BS then guilty as charged. No need for any song and dance say what you mean.
As Mel Gibson said in the film "always follow your mechanics recommendations , otherwise get a new mechanic".
Are we clear now?
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Against my better judgement I will clarify.

putting on the miles... I just got the bike running and am breaking it in.

infrequent use...... not my primary machine and will be for limited use after break in.

Jeez, shoot me for a simple question.
I will figure it out for myself.

Ald please feel free to beat the dead horse. Im done here.

Thanks to all who replied with good information.

No offense intended to anyone.
 
I asked a a "simple" question about iso links, and it ran for over six pages! OlChris was kind enough to throw this in as tribute to how quickly things can go south.
Not another oil thread but I need some guidance

:lol:
I feel your pain!
Nathan
 
MikeM said:
auldblue said:
Ref choice of oil.

My original comment was best to go with the specified oil recomended by the engine builder in case it invalidated any warranty should the engine develop problems. From really putting on the miles ,went to infrequent use on the miles in two sentences.
If that is BS then guilty as charged. No need for any song and dance say what you mean.
As Mel Gibson said in the film "always follow your mechanics recommendations , otherwise get a new mechanic".
Are we clear now?
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Against my better judgement I will clarify.

putting on the miles... I just got the bike running and am breaking it in.

infrequent use...... not my primary machine and will be for limited use after break in.

Jeez, shoot me for a simple question.
I will figure it out for myself.

Ald please feel free to beat the dead horse. Im done here.

Thanks to all who replied with good information.

No offense intended to anyone.
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Just block him via the foe function mike. It will hide his comments.
 
Ref; commando fluid engineering for boys.

I had a dream, and in it we all thought the same about oil, I had a dream , where there was only one size and brand of tyres , I had a dream , we all agreed with each other about all things commando!

Sorry it wasn't a dream, it was the norton commando service notes I was reading, so just read them and is there any need for discussion at all , other than to pat each other on the back cos we've got a commando.

By the way Z F G.
 
WGB shortly, if he doesn't drop the smart-arse attitude.
 
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