Oil Change, Inspection and Checkout - 14 is Alive and Well

[Raptor]

My Phantom, which I simply call 14 - #14 of 500 - got the royal treatment today. Since she just turned 5526 I figured I would change the oil and give her a complete check-out. I got a bad news call today so I know I'm going to be taking a trip now. Suffice it to say I was motivated to do this.

At any rate, All the tupperware came off, and we started by doing an oil change. Of course I took her out and got her up to temp so the oil was nice and hot when I drained it out. I let it drain for quite a while while I checked the sprocket, the belt, any and all hoses, etc. Everything was good,cleaning things as I went.

I then finished the oil change with my kit from Ken and this Kick-butt Amsoil oil! Now I know what all the fuss is about. This oil is like SILK! The engine just purrs with this stuff in the crank case. It even runs cooler! I was amazed and happy all at the same time. ANd need I say it... she's faster with Amsoil in her! By 300 RPM at least!

The other thing I discovered is that the the shifter lever is adjustable from 2 different postions. The foot peg itself AND the lever both adjust. It's so sweet now I almost feel like I have my SE5 back! Going through the gears is now pretty much automatic. It's fantastic!

So 14 is alive and well and ready to make the trip; one that I am not looking forward to but hopeful will have a good outcome. I'm staying positive...

 

[Some Guy]

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I've been running Amsoil since my 600 mile service (18k miles now)...great stuff!!!

 

[fastfraser]

What grade oil are you running ? 10-40 ?

 

[Raptor]

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I've been running Amsoil since my 600 mile service (18k miles now)...great stuff!!!

I'll tell ya brother - I'm sold! I could tell from the minute I cracked the first bottle open that there was something different about this stuff. The BRP oil that was in there to its credit was still pretty clean - But I really wanted to make the move to full synthetic. And I have been dying to try the Amsoil that I got from Ken. This oil is silky smooth going in, doesn't seem to get overly hot and reduces friction by a pretty good amount by the 300 rpm I gained. SO from now on, 14 gets Amsoil! From Ken! hyea:

 

[Some Guy]

What grade oil are you running ? 10-40 ?

10-40 for motorcycles...make sure it says it's for motorcycles or you will have clutch slipping issues...

 

[Raptor]

You know, the other thing that I feel pretty good about was learning about the adjustability of the shift lever! Man, it is swwwwweet now! It's like having a rifle shifter! And they told me at the dealership "nah, you cant adjust that." :duh: Ummm... YES YOU CAN!

 

[Raptor]

10-40 for motorcycles...make sure it says it's for motorcycles or you will have clutch slipping issues...

Yes Sir! 10W-40 for motorcycles. I was careful about that. That's why I got it from Ken. He knows his stuff! That's the other thing; she shifts like butter now! It used to be a bit hard and clunky, but now she is silky smooth and sexy! I just love it!

 

[Some Guy]

Yes Sir! 10W-40 for motorcycles. I was careful about that. That's why I got it from Ken. He knows his stuff! That's the other thing; she shifts like butter now! It used to be a bit hard and clunky, but now she is silky smooth and sexy! I just love it!

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[SpyderWolf]

Glad to hear everything is good to go with 14, and wishing you the best outcome for your upcoming trip. Ryde hard, but ryde safe. :thumbup:

 

[groundeffect]

:thumbup:Great stuff! Yep, 14 is being looked after, nice job!

Be safe out there and have fun, but I don't think having fun is the problem with your 14, sounds like you're having a blasting!
Awesome!:thumbup:
Cheers from Newfoundland!
Dean

 

[stormtrooper]

I used the mobil 4T oil and the first time pressing the paddle shifter I was sold a whole lot quicker and smoother.:thumbup:

 

[SpyderWolf]

I used the mobil 4T oil and the first time pressing the paddle shifter I was sold a whole lot quicker and smoother.:thumbup:

That is what I am using as well, as it is readily available at Advance Auto Parts here for $9.99 per quart.

 

[pierrelogic]

4 main reasons I use Amsoil

1. the Spyder runs consistently cooler.
2. The oil resists bubbling so it's easier to get a read on levels. As is always true, you get what you pay for. (This is not cheap oil)
3. I come from snowmobiling world and Amsoil is legendary. Ever meet many snowmobilers? They have 2 speeds, stopped and full throttle. That means industry tested under very extreme conditions.
4. I can streeeetch the times I change the oil to between 4 and 5 K (My dealer and I discussed this and it was his suggestion...be sure to check your dealer before just doing this on your own due to warranty)

 

[Raptor]

:agree:

Thanks all. My Mom is sick. This is not the way I wanted to get the first road trip in but the ride will do me somw good to keep my head clear until I get there. After that, it's one day at a time. But it's all gonna be good. And then I'll be back terroroizing y'all again! :spyder:

 

[Raptor]

I used the mobil 4T oil and the first time pressing the paddle shifter I was sold a whole lot quicker and smoother.:thumbup:

The Mobile 4T is good stuff. Generally the move to full synthetic was significant. But to move to a quality product is of course very important. You made a good choice! :2thumbs:

 

[SpyderWolf]

Thanks all. My Mom is sick. This is not the way I wanted to get the first road trip in but the ride will do me somw good to keep my head clear until I get there. After that, it's one day at a time. But it's all gonna be good. And then I'll be back terroroizing y'all again! :spyder:

I will keep you all in my prayers as well. ray: Ryde safe on your way there.