what oil is everyone using?

Discussion in 'Dakar champion (950/990)' started by antero, Nov 14, 2012.

  1. antero

    antero n00b

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    Ready to do another oil change and at $19 a litre for Motorex do I have other options?
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  2. bhorocks

    bhorocks Been here awhile

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    My favorite oil for my 950 is the 10-30 chevron blue bottle. Something like $1.30 per quart.
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  3. sonoran

    sonoran Long timer Supporter

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    Shell Rotella T6 synthetic 5w40, gallon jug @ WalMart, $22.
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  4. KTMADV

    KTMADV Hammer Down

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    I use Amsoil 20w 50 on my bike. Its like $8.25 a quart.
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  5. dualsportride

    dualsportride Been here awhile

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    Shell Rotella T if you run a Rekluse this is what they suggest. I just change my oil more often and still save a few bucks.
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  6. KEELAYMONSTER

    KEELAYMONSTER "Do one thing every day that scares you." KC

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    I run Chevron Dello 400 15w50 in my 950. Its designed for diesels and actually keeps the motor really clean. As far as price I dont know, I get it for free at my work :evil
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  7. Dustodust

    Dustodust Long timer

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    same here , use it in all my vehicles , great stuff
    $28 a gallon at Autozone
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  8. Dan950ser

    Dan950ser Two Wheeled Addict

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    Another Amsoil 20w-50 here
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  9. akarob

    akarob Rob

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    Mobil 1 or Rotella, usually Mobil 1 though.
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  10. snowhawk jockey

    snowhawk jockey Slack Jaw Gaper

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    'nuther Rotella fan.

    I like the motorcycle rating on the Rotella bottle
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  11. Alleycatdad

    Alleycatdad Unbunch yer panties!

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    Mobil 1 15-50.

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  12. Quint Eastwood

    Quint Eastwood Adventurer

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    I use Rotella as well. Just change it a little more often.
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  13. sieg

    sieg Wearing out tires......2 at a time, day after day. Supporter

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    O'boy another oil thread!:lurk
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  14. BIG-E

    BIG-E AKA; Mongo-E, Sexy Grande Supporter

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    And while we are on this subject, what is the best tire's to run on a 950se??:lol3:lol3:lol3 What about a Husaberg 570??:deal:lol3:lol3 What about a 1968 Kawisucky with a blown motor from using inferior oil!!:lol3:lol3

    Sorry, I could not resist!

    Just kidding, calm down everyone.......:evil
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  15. Imachimper

    Imachimper Shunpiker Extraordinaire

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  16. drbike

    drbike Been here awhile

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    I have no friggin idea, dam I don't even own a KTM, but I do love oil threads, I can`t help myself.:lurk
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  17. bhorocks

    bhorocks Been here awhile

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    to be honest I thought this would turn into a swhy didnt you search thread.. suprisingly very cordial in here.. In honesty I usually use mobil 1 Vtwin.. Thought throwing out the chevron would get me a little flameage going for the heck of it.
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  18. TheMuffinMan

    TheMuffinMan Forest Ranger Magnet Supporter

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    Rotella T6
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  19. catalina38

    catalina38 Long timer

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    Mobil 1 V twin 20/50 most of the year and Rotella 5/40 for cold rides.
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  20. lamastrom

    lamastrom 2 wheel addiction

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    Mobil 1 20/50 v-twin oil
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