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Old Sep 1, 2006 | 04:15 AM
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whats the best oil to use in the z/kfx. i use motul 2-stroke in my shee and it runs so much better than yamalube. i use kawi oil right now,whats a good brand to try out?
 
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Old Sep 1, 2006 | 09:34 AM
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Not another oil thread!

Oil is so confusing to folks, because there are so many choices........You have old fashion petroleum, and 3 different types of synthetics to choose from. Read this first: http://www.thumperfaq.com/oil.htm

First off, if you pick an oil that is motorcycle specific API SG/JASO MA, you can't go to far wrong. Beyond that, the synthetics are superior to petroleum oil, and the ester synthetics are far superior to the other synthetics. So, my choice is Maxima Extra! Best to just avoid any car oils altogether. http://www.maximausa.com/products/4s...synthextra.asp

Some reading on synthetics: http://www.maximausa.com/technical/l...beNews2002.pdf

http://www.scooterhelp.com/genmainta...kcase.oil.html
 
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Old Sep 1, 2006 | 10:11 AM
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I use Amsoil 10w40........... works great for my riding conditions.
 
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Old Sep 5, 2006 | 08:22 PM
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i know its another oil thread, i just couldnt believe the diff. between yamalube and motul in my shee. so.. i was just woundering what i could try in my kfx. thanks for .02.
 
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Old Sep 5, 2006 | 10:45 PM
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Any good name brand cycle/atv oil in the 10/40 or 20/50 wt. is a good choice.

'Nuff said.
 
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Old Sep 6, 2006 | 04:13 PM
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I've been quaddin' for 20yrs.
Best bang for the buck: Shell's Rotella T 15W-40.
But any Cycle specific oil should work.
DO NOT use automotive oil. Almost all auto oils have friction reducers.
Not good for a wet clutch.

For 2-stroke pre-mix: nothing better than Golden Spectro
 
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