A Study of Motorcycle Oils

Motorcycles have long been used as a popular means of general transportation as well as for recreational use. There are nearly five million registered motorcycles in the United States, with annual sales in excess of three-quarters of a million units. This trend is unlikely to change. As with any vehicle equipped with an internal combustion engine, proper lubrication is essential to insure performance and longevity. It is important to point out that not all internal combustion engines are similarly designed or exposed to the same types of operation. These variations in design and operation place different demands on engine oils. Specifically, the demands placed on motorcycle engine oils are more severe than those placed on automotive engine oils. Therefore, the performance requirements of motorcycle oils are more demanding as well. Though the degree may be debatable, few will disagree that a difference exists between automotive and motorcycle applications. In which area these differences are and to what degree they alter lubrication requirements are not clear to most motorcycle operators. By comparing some basic equipment information, one can better understand the differences that exist. The following comparison information offers a general synopsis of both automotive and motorcycle applications. [via]

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