PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oils
are specially formulated with premium synthetic base stocks
and robust additive packages to provide tough lubricating
protection in the most demanding operations. They are
recommended for use in all four-cycle motorcycle and ATV
engines, including those with wet clutch systems.
WEAR PROTECTION
AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oils are
specially formulated with high levels of zinc and
phosphorous for superior protection of cam lobes and other
high pressure components. Testing shows that AMSOIL
Synthetic Motorcycle Oils provide up to 80 percent better
wear protection than other motorcycle oils (see graph).
Some four-cycle motorcycle
and ATV transmissions and engines share an oil sump, so the
engine oil also provides wear protection to the transmission
gears. AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oils also provide
superior lubricating protection in the engines, primary
chaincases and transmissions of Most Harley-Davidson®
motorcycles, including Evolution XL, Evolution 1340, Twin
Cam 88 and 88B, Revolution and Buell models.
FRICTION MODIFIER FREE
AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oils
contain no friction modifiers, making them ideal for
motorcycle and ATV engines. The friction modifier free
formulation of AMSOIL ensures dependable starting, smooth
running, good fuel efficiency, desirable stall speeds and
clutch compatibility.
TEMPERATURE AND PERFORMANCE
AMSOIL High Performance Synthetic
Motorcycle Oils provide superior performance. Their
outstanding low temperature fluidity ensures easy cranking,
dependable starting and fast post-startup protection. The
superior high-temperature protection ensures the formation
of a clean, protective film of oil between working parts
during high-temperature, high-stress operations.
High-temperature operations
often lead to the thermal degradation and oxidation of
conventional oils, which leads to the formation of deposits,
sludge and varnish. AMSOIL withstands thermal degradation
and oxidation at higher temperatures than conventional oils
do, ensuring clean, dependable performance in high-stress,
high-temperature operations. Especially in air-cooled
engines.
APPLICATIONS
AMSOIL High Performance Synthetic
Motorcycle Oils may be used in all four-cycle air- and
liquid-cooled gasoline motorcycle engines requiring any of
the following specifications:
API SJ, SH, SG, SF, CF,
CD, JASO MA
AMSOIL High Performance
Synthetic Motorcycle Oils are excellent for use in two-cycle
motorcycle transmissions where a JASO MA fluid is
recommended.
In general, Japanese
motorcycles use
10W-40
(AMF) while US and European motorcycles use 20W-50
(AMV). Check your owner's manual.
MIXING
AMSOIL
AMSOIL High Performance Synthetic
Motorcycle Oils are compatible with conventional petroleum
oils; however, mixing AMSOIL Motorcycle Oils with
conventional motorcycle oils may shorten the drain periods
and compromise the superior quality of AMSOIL Motorcycle
Oils. Because AMSOIL Motorcycle Oils are formulated to
provide superior lubrication performance, engine oil
additives or aftermarket products are not recommended for
use with AMSOIL Motorcycle Oils.
SERVICE
LIFE
Change AMSOIL High Performance
Synthetic Motorcycle Oil according to manufacturer's
recommendations without oil filtration. With oil filtration,
change oil up to two times longer than manufacturer's
recommendations or six months, whichever comes first. When
using an AMSOIL SDF or SMF filter, change filter at two
times the manufacturer's recommendations. Hastings or other
filter brands should be changed at manufacturer's
recommendations.
RACING
ENGINES
Change AMF and AMV at intervals specified by
used oil analysis.
|
TYPICAL TECHNICAL PROPERTIES |
|
AMSOIL HIGH
PERFORMANCE SYNTHETIC 20W-50 MOTORCYCLE OIL (AMV)
|
|
Kinematic Viscosity @
100°C, cSt (ASTM D-445) |
18.1 |
|
Kinematic Viscosity @
40°C, cSt (ASTM D-445) |
125.7 |
|
Viscosity Index (ASTM
D-2270) |
161 |
|
CCS Viscosity (ASTM
D2602) |
3550 @
-15°C |
|
Pour Point °C (°F) (ASTM
D-97) |
-38 (-33) |
| Flash Point °C (°F) (ASTM D-92) |
236 (457) |
| High Temperature/High Shear Viscosity
@ 150°C , 1.0 x 106 s-1 (ASTM D
4683), cP |
5.0 |
| Four Ball Wear Test (ASTM D-4172 @ 40
kgf, 150°C, 1800 rpm, 1 hour), Scar in mm |
0.39 |
|
Noack Volatility, %
weight loss (g/100g) (ASTM D-5800) |
6.0 |
|
Total Base Number |
>12.0 |