Transmission oil

[minidog]

Has anyone tried Mobil-1 mx4t 10w40 in transmission? I just changed to this oil and I really like the results so far, with very smooth shifting and good clutch action. Was previously running Bel-Ray 75wt oil and could not find nuteral with bike sitting still and idling with a slight clutch pull(as though clutch was not disengaging). I really recommend this oil although pricey at 7 bucks a quart.
Does any one know that if shifting without clutch will hurt gearbox over time or does this not affect at all? Bike is a 2002 KDX 200. Thanks.

 

[KdxChode]

The topic of clutchless shifting has been discussed quite a few times. I think the general consensus is "clutch?? what's that??" or "I love my bike more than my wife and just won't take the chance." I almost never use it for upshifts but usually clutch it for down****ing unless on a steep hill or something.

 

[KdxChode]

LOL, either I misspelled downshifting or the server doesn't like that kind of language.

 

[kdxme]

kawasaki recommends 10w-30 oil in the trans so i can imagine that 75 wt. didnt work so well

 

[Fred T]

I use mobil 1 15 - 50 redcap

 

[Fuzzy Dice]

First I can't figure out why someone would want to put 15w50 into a bike that calls for 10w30 or 10w40.FredT I'm just really curious.Second after reading this thread on the new mobil 1 15w50 formula I am dumbfounded.Anyone care to explain.It just seems to me the engineers who built the bike have tested it more than any of us wish we could.Somebody care to share a view?At least the Mobil 1 MX4T 10w40 was engineered from the ground up for motorcycles even if it says on the bottle engineered for 4 strokes.click here http://www.dirtrider.net/forums3/showthread.php?s=&threadid=46538&highlight=15w50

 

[Paul Nurmi]

I see nothing wrong with using Mobil 1 15-50W. If your transmission shifts and clutches fine than its ok. The proper application of oils is dependent on many factors. The Kawasaki manual is only a guideline for the dummies and very generic saying it should meet approved oil standards with viscosity of 10-30W/10-40W. They are not even specific if it is engine oil or gear oil.

 

[Fred T]

Originally posted by Fuzzy Dice
First I can't figure out why someone would want to put 15w50 into a bike that calls for 10w30 or 10w40.FredT I'm just really curious.Second after reading this thread on the new mobil 1 15w50 formula I am dumbfounded.Anyone care to explain.It just seems to me the engineers who built the bike have tested it more than any of us wish we could.Somebody care to share a view?At least the Mobil 1 MX4T 10w40 was engineered from the ground up for motorcycles even if it says on the bottle engineered for 4 strokes.click here http://www.dirtrider.net/forums3/showthread.php?s=&threadid=46538&highlight=15w50

I use it because it is a synthetic, it's a VERY good oil. My bike shifts better with it than with Castrol 10W-40. I feel with the quality of the oil my transmission and clutch are getting great lubrication and protection. AND because it's a bit cheaper than MX 4T. I run MX 2T premix - I like Mobil 1 products. I still run them in my new KTM too.

 

[Fuzzy Dice]

Ok but what about the "NEW" Mobil 1 15w50 formula.Click the link in my post above.Kinda changes things right?What will you switch too?

 

[Fred T]

I bought 2 cases of it at Sams club so it'll be while before I have to worry about it I guess.

 

[wallasaki]

Some of you guys are as bad as my wife in the kitchen! Sometimes the cake will turn out fine if you use a few pinches instead of tsps. (crude analogy). The manual also says to use 700ml oil in the case. My bike performs better w/ a smidge shy of a quart - the smidge was used to flush some crud!! Think I'm nuts, I got the recommendation from some Fredette guy, says he knows something about a KDX. The recommended oil isn't 10w40, my bike rips w/20w50, atmospheric temps. will dictate. Just switched from Gearsaver 80, my mistake, shoul've ran the engine oil, guy in the parts at Kawi dealership recommended it. I can now stay in gears longer w/ more power. Now if I can only figure out what these other guys are saying about spark plugs, hard to do when all of my pistons don't fire.

I Ride, Therefore I Am.

 

[minidog]

Thanks for all the input on this issue. I am really sold on this product. Experience is the best teacher sometimes. Now I am looking for a real good chain lube that wont fling off after a ride or collect dirt. Anyone have any suggestions?

 

[Jackpiner57]

I use Clutch Saver 10w-30 and it works great! I change it after every 12 hrs. of riding.