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  • Re: Engine Oils

    where i will get Mobil1 10w40 FS in Mumbai?
    Replace the words "I have to" with "I choose to" and notice the difference in how you feel.

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      Just now saw a can of shell helix hx7 in my mechanic's shed.

      It has API SM/SG+
      Ut had quoted to be used for fi pertrol and diesel engines.

      Costs 387. Can they be used for our bikes?

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        Originally posted by harikishen View Post
        Just now saw a can of shell helix hx7 in my mechanic's shed.

        It has API SM/SG+
        Ut had quoted to be used for fi pertrol and diesel engines.

        Costs 387. Can they be used for our bikes?

        10W40 grade
        It is car engine oil. Should not be used in bikes.

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          Originally posted by devils_friend View Post
          It is car engine oil. Should not be used in bikes.

          Cheerz!!
          Yeah I read that beforr but it has API and JASO rating thats why I had doubt. It can be also used for diesel engines too
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            I've been using Motul 7100 in my Duke 200 since my first servicing. Done 8000Kms but the engine feels too rough. I haven't changed the oil since last 2500kms but have completed around 4 months on the current fillup. Should I just keep using the 7100 or switch to something else to make it a little bit smoother??

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              Originally posted by wallpapers123 View Post
              I've been using Motul 7100 in my Duke 200 since my first servicing. Done 8000Kms but the engine feels too rough. I haven't changed the oil since last 2500kms but have completed around 4 months on the current fillup. Should I just keep using the 7100 or switch to something else to make it a little bit smoother??
              If the 7100 isnt helping you then the only next option would be the motul 300v

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                Originally posted by sinnerz2000 View Post
                If the 7100 isnt helping you then the only next option would be the motul 300v

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                Actually my doubt was on the lines of, is the roughness because of the oil isn't changed in 4 months or because it is 7100..


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                  Originally posted by harikishen View Post
                  Yeah I read that beforr but it has API and JASO rating thats why I had doubt. It can be also used for diesel engines too
                  Current generation engine oils can be used in Petrol as well as Diesel cars.

                  Cheerz!!

                  Originally posted by wallpapers123 View Post
                  Actually my doubt was on the lines of, is the roughness because of the oil isn't changed in 4 months or because it is 7100..


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                  It is because of the oil being old enough now. Change the oil and you will surely feel the difference.

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                    Originally posted by devils_friend View Post
                    Current generation engine oils can be used in Petrol as well as Diesel cars.

                    Cheerz!!



                    It is because of the oil being old enough now. Change the oil and you will surely feel the difference.

                    Cheerz!!
                    Will change the oil again to 7100 this week..thanks!


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                      Originally posted by wallpapers123 View Post
                      Will change the oil again to 7100 this week..thanks!


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                      I change mineral oil in my bike every six months, i dont think a FS oil would feel rough after just 2.5k km and 4 months.

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                        Originally posted by sinnerz2000 View Post
                        I change mineral oil in my bike every six months, i dont think a FS oil would feel rough after just 2.5k km and 4 months.

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                        Actually I haven't been riding my bike a lot in the past couple of months, so I avoided changing the oil in my 3rd servicing last week...
                        Just from a knowledge point of view, would putting mineral oil once in a couple of months for a change make the engine a little but smoother??


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                          Originally posted by wallpapers123 View Post
                          Actually I haven't been riding my bike a lot in the past couple of months, so I avoided changing the oil in my 3rd servicing last week...
                          Just from a knowledge point of view, would putting mineral oil once in a couple of months for a change make the engine a little but smoother??


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                          No, its not gonna help, it'll just make things worse. Bikes like ktm arent meant to run on mineral oil, thats just used during the run in period so that the bore and piston rings wear properly.

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                            Originally posted by sinnerz2000 View Post
                            No, its not gonna help, it'll just make things worse. Bikes like ktm arent meant to run on mineral oil, thats just used during the run in period so that the bore and piston rings wear properly.

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                            Will put 7100 this time and let's see how it copes in the summer season..

                            Thanks.


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                              Where can i get motul engine oil in chennai.?my home is in tambaram..

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                                Originally posted by wallpapers123 View Post
                                Actually I haven't been riding my bike a lot in the past couple of months, so I avoided changing the oil in my 3rd servicing last week...
                                Just from a knowledge point of view, would putting mineral oil once in a couple of months for a change make the engine a little but smoother??


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                                Consider the SS and FS like blood groups. You either have it or you simply don't. It will behave differently with both the oils mate. So definitely not RECOMMENDED. The D200 is meant to exploit the benefits of FS and also you can pour in Xtra Premium fuel, it will benefit from it too.
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