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Message started by Steddy58 on 08/28/13 at 11:53:14

Title: Oil changes
Post by Steddy58 on 08/28/13 at 11:53:14

Hi all,quick introduction my name is Steph ( as in Stephen not Stephanie ) I'm from Chester in the UK. I have just bought my first single cylinder after deciding on giving up the fast life , I'm 55 but unfortunately act like a teenager at times. Glad I've bumped into you all cos I've found nothing beats experience when it comes to advice ( I think most manuals etc tend to live in a perfect world and we know that ain't happening)Anyway first of many Q's - does anyone know if Petronas syntium 4sx 10w 40w oil would be any good for the engine? Cheers everyone,Steph ( I did do a search for best oil for bike but nothing appeared )

Title: Re: Oil changes
Post by EJID on 08/28/13 at 12:14:35

Not sure what you have across the pond, but check out this link as a starting point of what is recommended over here...
8-)
http://suzukisavage.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1344471565

Title: Re: Oil changes
Post by 12Bravo on 08/28/13 at 12:16:46

Here is a start.

http://suzukisavage.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1344471565

The oil you listed will be fine since it's designed for motorcycles. Be careful asking what oil is best around here, it will start an oil war. ;) Basically use any oil that states it meets JASO-MA standards on the bottle. Avoid regular automotive oils because they cause a wet clutch to slip due to the anti-friction additives in them.

Title: Re: Oil changes
Post by Steddy58 on 08/28/13 at 13:10:12

Many thanks for the replies.EJID I'll check the ones you mentioned, like you say what they call it in the USofA might not be what its called in this country. I know what you mean12Bravo, if you ask what's the best oil,brakes,plugs etc most will end up in an argument :) anyway glad the oil I've got will do the job for now,cheers all, Steve

Title: Re: Oil changes
Post by WD on 08/28/13 at 15:40:08

Use it since you have it, but find something more vintage for the next change. It meets API SM rating, you really need to use SJ or older to ensure the camshaft and followers don't get scrubbed flat. SJ is getting harder to find, but it is out there. Stop at a tractor trailer supply house, find out what U.K. oil is the same as USA/Australia spec Rotella 15W40.

Guess I'm the only USA Savage owner who looked it up so far... :-?