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View Poll Results: Which type of oil do you use in your Sporty?
HD Dino Oil 236 16.62%
HD Synth 251 17.68%
non-HD Dino 227 15.99%
non-HD Synth 734 51.69%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 1420. You may not vote on this poll

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WHICH TYPE OF OIL DO YOU USE.
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I use synth because its superior in lowering engine temp, and I can have extended drain intervals. Does this count as an explantion?
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I like cheese .
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Dino but changing to Amsoil next oil change, top and bottom
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I use Olive Oil in the motor and Canola Oil in the trans. Ya gotta heat them at 225°F for 2 hours, then let cool, before you throw them in. They give the bike a nice cooking smell while going down the road.
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I actually voted for two, HD dino because that is what I have in there now, and non-HD synthetic because I am switching to Mobil1 in the next couple weeks when I do the next service interval.
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I use Olive Oil in the motor and Canola Oil in the trans. Ya gotta heat them at 225°F for 2 hours, then let cool, before you throw them in. They give the bike a nice cooking smell while going down the road.
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getting the proper essential fatty acids is very important.
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Amsoil, and I won't debate it. At least not on this thread.
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