Oil for 2012 RT SE5

[dirrad]

Would like to get opinions on what optional engine oil make/type I can safely use in my 2012 RT SE5.

What I'm looking at is:
1. Valvoline 4T Full Synthetic 10W-40
2. Mobil 1 Racing 4T Advanced Full Synthetic 10W-40
3. Castrol Power RS Racing 4T Full Synthetic 10W-40

 

[jcthorne]

Would like to get opinions on what optional engine oil make/type I can safely use in my 2012 RT SE5.

What I'm looking at is:
1. Valvoline 4T Full Synthetic 10W-40
2. Mobil 1 Racing 4T Advanced Full Synthetic 10W-40
3. Castrol Power RS Racing 4T Full Synthetic 10W-40

Not going to get into a 'what's better discussion, but your choice number one meets all BRP requirements, is readily available and has a long history of great service in the Spyder and other bikes.

 

[spyderCodes]

I don't know a thing about the oils you listed but here's what BRP says

Use the XPS SYNTHETIC BLEND OIL (SUMMER GRADE)
(P/N 293 600 121) or a 5W 40 semi-synthetic
(minimum) or synthetic.
motorcycle oil meeting the requirements for
API service SL, SJ, SH or SG classification.
Always check the API service label
on the oil container.
NOTICE
To avoid damaging the clutch, do not use
a motor oil meeting the API service SM or ILSACGF-4
classification.
Clutch slippage will occur.

 

[pegasus1300]

any one of those will work,have worked, are working well. The Valvoline is available online from Walmart and they will ship it for instore pickup no charge. It is also frequently on sale there for about 32.50 for a six pack. This is how I buy it. There maybe similar deals on the other oils. I know the Valvoline because I have used it and the dino racing oil for years. It was readily available and cheap and it worked well for me,my three primary requirements.

 

[JerryB]

Hi dirrad,

Re: 1. Valvoline 4T Full Synthetic 10W-40

I found this via Google: http://www.amazon.com/Valvoline-VV740-6PK-10W-40-4-Stroke-Motorcycle/dp/B00DJ4FGMQ

Jerry Baumchen

PS) If you can buy via PRIME, it is free shipping.

 

[Trbayth]

Jerry, your link goes to dino oil, not synthetic

 

[Chupaca]

What..!!

You missed one...Amsoil sold here by BajaRon with filters washers and all...I don't do oils but that is a good one...:thumbup:

 

[JerryB]

Hi Trbayth,

Re: your link goes to dino oil

I just did a Google search using the OP's description as I do not shop at Walmart.

Good catch,

Jerry Baumchen