Oil

[jmstiffany]

I am still buying oil from the dealer is there better oil out there I should be using? Are different oil more expensive or less expensive?

[Machinegunner]

We're using Mobil 1 synthetic motorcycle oil 10-40. Seems to shift better. Available at Auto Zone or Fleet Farm.

[boborgera]

I am still buying oil from the dealer is there better oil out there I should be using? Are different oil more expensive or less expensive?


There are oils out there that are more expensive and there are some out there that are less expensive,.
That said AS long the oil your going to use meets BRP's spec's [the specs are in your manual] and its rated for WET clutch use your good to go. :thumbup:

[btcherm]

I use lucas synthetic motorcycle oil 5-40. work fine;)

[Jeriatric]

I am still buying oil from the dealer is there better oil out there I should be using? Are different oil more expensive or less expensive?

Take a look at BajaRons offerings. Open linK and scan through it. Oil, filters, brake parts, sway bars, plugs and wires, clothing etc. All at fair prices and, he's a great guy to do business with.
FWIW


http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?23928-New-sponsor-here-for-Filters-amp-Helmets

Full synthetic BRP recomended oil.

Refer to your OM page 129


Recommended Engine Oil

The same oil is used for the engine, gearbox, clutch, and the Hydraulic ControlModule (HCM) in the SE5 model. Use the XPS 4-STROKE BLEND OIL(SUMMER GRADE) (P/N 293 600 121) or a 5W40 semi-synthetic (minimum) or synthetic motorcycle oil meeting the requirements for API service SL,SJ, SH or SG classification. Alwayscheck the API service label on the oil container.


To avoid damaging the clutch, do not use a motor oil meeting the API service SM or ILSACGF-4classification. Clutch slippage will occur.

[kentuckyguy]

We're using Mobil 1 synthetic motorcycle oil 10-40. Seems to shift better. Available at Auto Zone or Fleet Farm.

We use the same in our Spyder an our Yamaha Cruiser.

[currin20fan]

Take a look at BajaRons offerings. Open linK and scan through it. Oil, filters, brake parts, sway bars, plugs and wires, clothing etc. All at fair prices and, he's a great guy to do business with.
FWIW


http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?23928-New-sponsor-here-for-Filters-amp-Helmets


This is where I get the amsoil and all the filters. Can't go wrong and a great guy to deal with. :D

[Spy+]

go for full Synt.. I use AMSOIL and works great!! :yes:

http://www.syntheticsusa.com/rjwoil/trial-offer/

[billybovine]

SM rating is not allowed by BRP.

[ulflyer]

You can find Valvoline Synthetic 10-40 SL MA2 at AZ, Advance, Walmart and otehr places.

[MikeinGA]

go for full Synt.. I use AMSOIL and works great!! :yes:

http://www.syntheticsusa.com/rjwoil/trial-offer/

I use Amsoil 10W-40 motorcycle oil. Get with the Save BIG with AMSOIL’s Preferred Customer Program! Buy a case of quarts and get it for about $10.00 (at a bike shop it goes for about $12.00) a quart and it's one of best motorcycle on the market. That's IMHO.

Mike

[Dudley]

I use Royal Purple 10W40 Automotive Synthetic. I used it for 40,000 miles on our 2008 SE5, and now have over 25,000 miles on our 2010 SM5. No oil issues what-so-ever. When the SE5 was traded in, the tech said that all the valves were within tolerance...that was at 43,000 (40K with the RP oil use).

[Sarge707]

I have used Mobil 1 and Castrol before Switching to AMSOIL and it beats them ALL for smoother shifting and cool temps.:ohyea: