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adding oil between oil changes
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Bob Denman
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Just like with every other internal combustion engine; there is no average... They use what they use. The key, is to get an idea of what yours needs. :thumbup:
(Mine however; uses about 14 oz between changes...)
(Mine however; uses about 14 oz between changes...)
billybovine
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It appears that different Spyder use different amounts. From my experience I will add oil twice. From the add line to the full mark is 1/2 a quart so that is 1 quart between oil changes.
Dan McNally
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In my first 600 miles, I didn't need to add a drop. I guess I should have checked it after my 600 mile service, though, because the first time I checked it (around 700) I needed to add just a bit more than half a quart :yikes: . . . I strongly suspect the dealership did not top it off at the 600 mile service after they changed the oil :banghead: . .. because I am over 1800 now . . . and haven't had to add any again, yet. :yes: If I had really used over half a quart between 600 and 700 miles, I don't think I'd have used none in the next 1100! Note to self (and everyone else) check the oil as soon as you get home from a dealer-done oil change!
SpyderAnn01
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Bob's advice is right on the mark. It will depend on what kind of riding you typically do.
Dan_Ashley
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I add about 4 oz every 1,000 miles. I measure how much and keep a log book. Yes. You are right. I am OCD about my Spyder.
ulflyer
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spydaman60
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we do the same on our rs! 12 to 14 ounces. (never quite a quart):thumbup:
SPYD3R
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OK.... so i add a quart per every (recommended) 4800 mile oil change..... :chat:
Question #2: since we add fresh oil between oil changes, and the recommended mileage is 4800 miles (with the new filter set-up)... wouldn't the NEW OIL added since that last change, actually increase the amount of miles you can ride OVER THE RECOMMENDED 4800 miles...????????
opcorn:
mean while, i'll just listen to "Further up the Road" by Joe Bonamassa.......
Question #2: since we add fresh oil between oil changes, and the recommended mileage is 4800 miles (with the new filter set-up)... wouldn't the NEW OIL added since that last change, actually increase the amount of miles you can ride OVER THE RECOMMENDED 4800 miles...????????
opcorn:mean while, i'll just listen to "Further up the Road" by Joe Bonamassa.......
memphisdan
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I have a little over 58,000 miles on my RT as it has gotten more mileage it uses less oil between oil changes. When it was new I added oil every 700 miles, during the last trip it was 2,000 miles before I added any, I am using BRP oil and have had no problems yet.
Pennyrick
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My 2012 RT Ltd with 16,000 miles uses about a half a quart every 2,000 miles and has ever since it was new.
My wife's RT Ltd with 12,000 miles never uses any... in fact I think it manufactures the stuff. Whenever I check it the level is always just on the line.
When I asked my tech about this he responded that the tolerances on all engines are different. When he pulled the engine speed reports from BUDS we found that her Spyder spends more time in the 5,000 rpm plus range than mine does so that may be a clue.
Dan_Ashley
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Um...no. You need to get the sludge, soot, dirt, and damaged oil components out of the engine. Here is a good write up: http://www.lubeng.com.au/assets/files/technitips/068_Motor Oil Degradation.pdf
Oil changes allow me to get hundreds of thousands of miles out of my engines with no engine rebuilds. There is a lot more going on than just puttin in the new. You need to get the dirt and soot and fuel and broken molecules out too. This also goes for changing engine coolant, brake fluid etc on a regular basis. Follow the owners manual to a "T."
Add oil :dontknow:
Pennyrick
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OK.... so i add a quart per every (recommended) 4800 mile oil change..... :chat:
Question #2: since we add fresh oil between oil changes, and the recommended mileage is 4800 miles (with the new filter set-up)... wouldn't the NEW OIL added since that last change, actually increase the amount of miles you can ride OVER THE RECOMMENDED 4800 miles...????????
mean while, i'll just listen to "Further up the Road" by Joe Bonamassa.......
If you have a pail of muddy water and you add a cup or two of clean water to it, you still have a pail of muddy water.
NancysToy
Motorbike Professor
:clap: Great analogy!
Rcspyder12
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Depending on the oil that is used, 4800 miles is the recommended time to change the FILTERS
not the oil some oils can go a lot father than 4800 miles / but keeping the oil to proper level and changed is the life of the motor . I personally use amsoil 10 w40 I do my own service work
i can tell a difference in the way my bike shifts it is a lot smother than using BRP oil / I change my oil and filters the same time about every 5000 miles:spyder2:
not the oil some oils can go a lot father than 4800 miles / but keeping the oil to proper level and changed is the life of the motor . I personally use amsoil 10 w40 I do my own service work
i can tell a difference in the way my bike shifts it is a lot smother than using BRP oil / I change my oil and filters the same time about every 5000 miles:spyder2:
Bob Denman
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2100 miles since the last change of fluids and filters.
Just checked it, and had to add about four ounces... :thumbup:
Just checked it, and had to add about four ounces... :thumbup:
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