I put the cheapest shit I can find in my brand new Goldwing and it works just great! You're old enough to know better too shit you're putting in it's just a waste of fucking money! Last time I was around Memphis was the Naval Air Station in Millington Tennessee... those were the days and no I didn't go see Elvis. And no I don't ever plan on putting any name brand expensive oil in my brand new Goldwing I will stick to the super tech cheap Walmart shit which works just as good as that fucking shit you're using and or even better..... and I really don't give a shit how often people change their oil if they want to waste their money it's none of my goddamn business. I just know that it cost me less than $20 to do a full oil and filter change so put that in your pipe and smoke it!
You sir are a ass hole!!! Everyone will agree!! Just watch the video and stop using the lords name i. Vain bc your are are dick!!!! What a dick!! I feel sorry for your wife,if you even have 1!!! Ass hole!!!! JEFF!!!!!!
Jeff, it is ok to disagree, that can be somewhat be expected. That said this man produced evidence, you have zero evidence to present thus far. Opinion is not evidence.
Aimsoil metric aswell with honda filter and I do the change roughly every 10...11000 kms... that's roughly 6 to 7 k miles... still going strong... cheers John
Great video Mike! I've been using Amsoil in 2012 Goldwing for about 5 years now......I swear by it. I change it about every 7 or 8 thousand miles. Every once in a while I'll use Honda conventional oil including my last oil change and I'll change that a bit sooner. Nice hearing from you & enjoy that bourbon brother! Say hi to Chris and the boys.
For 45 years, I was the every 3,000 mile oil change gun. So, when I purchased a new 2016 Ford Eco-Boost pickup truck I decided to follow the recommended oil change intervals listed in the owner manual. It suggested 1 year, or every 10,000 miles, or when the engine computer tells you to change oil. I drove the truck for 9,448 miles when the change oil soon alert came on. Some of those miles were done towing 7 to 8 thousand pounds. Just food for thought for the every 3,000 mile people (I was one of those people but not anymore).
I am a new GoldWing owner but I use Amsoil in my Harley and the previous owner of the GW only used Ams in his bike. I have used Amsoil for years. In fact he gave me 4 qt’s and a filter when I got the bike last week. I will order a case for both bikes, and a qt of Severe gear oil for the Final Drive this week. Can’t beat it.
Double M! Absolutely GREAT video and information provided! I have always wanted to do this but did not where and thought it WB expensive! Stay warm there! Just a cool 20 degrees here in the mitten! LTMV & Until Next Time;;;
Very good advice. Amsoil is a very good oil. Your oil change schedule will keep that Goldwing purring like a new born kitten for many miles to come. As the saying goes... "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" Have a great day and ride safe.
I've been using Amsoil in my cars, truck's and dirt bikes for almost 20 year's. The bad part is i still own all of them and am getting bored with them. If the bloody things would wear out i might replace them but i am not going to sell a vehicle that isn't worn out. Waste of money
@@stuartjohns2779 I agree fully.Amsoil is a definite winner. If it ain't broke don't fix it... as they say. Have a great day and thanks for your reply.
When I was out there riding hard I change my oil Every Spring, that's it, regular Honda oil, I start my bike up... man and it sound like a brand new Goldwing🎁🎁🎁
Bought my first Goldwing last spring (2010 w/ 8900 miles). I changed it after 3500 miles, was still very clean. Will probably start stretching it out a lot more. Thanks!
I've been doing 5k mile oil changes with Rotella T6 in the Vic since the first oil change.....Now with almost 60k on the bike, she still does not burn a drop of oil and runs like a champ, also my clutch is still strong as ever. BTW: the Vic has a wet clutch which is the primary reason I do changes every 5k.
Hey Memphis Mike, I just come across your Channel.... 👍👍 I've been Goldwing scene 1981 gl1100 my first. Now have 2015 gl1800 37k. Been using Amoil 👍👍 I love it... and used Mobil also in the past..... Safe Riding Keep it on Two Wheels...Junior B.
We have a few things in common. Goldwings (GL1500SE), I'm from Memphis, and Blackstone labs is about 2 miles from where I live now. I've sent airplane engine oil to Blackstone many times, but might have to send them a sample from my Goldwing to see how it's doing. Be safe out there!
I run Amsoil in everything I own and I use their motorcycle metric or dirt oil in my Enduro but you got to be careful what kind of oil you put in a motorcycle if it shares an oil with the transmission a regular synthetic car oil will make the clutches slip it will ruin them you'll have to replace them a lot of people don't know that I have seen many a new dirt bike owners with smoked clutches from running a car oil. Besides we love our bikes why not run the best synthetic oil on the planet specifically engineered for bikes! anyway love the video appreciate it Ride safe brother!
The one thing I noticed is that the Amzoil made the engine run quieter than the Honda oil on the GL. Less valve train noise. In my Suzi the mileage went from 48 mpg to 52 miles per gallon when I went to Amzoil from dino oil. I looked at all the test reviews on oils. Amzoil was number one on reduced wear. So I use it.
Got the Amsoil in my Harley. No problems. Have it in my Triumph as well. Triumph I noticed a smoother shift. Otherwise I change at the beginning of the year or 10k.
Great vid Mike, I've used Amsoil in my 2012 Harley FLHTK with nary a problem, but on a lark I decided to try RedLine in the engine and the Shock Proof (pepto bismo) in the transmission. I tried their primary oil but there was a knocking in the primary. Had a qt of Amsoil in the cabinet and it solved all knocking, that primary oil really stunk up my garage. I'm going to try Spectro products next. Keep up the good work...will be in Menphis for Christmas.
so you they are reputable in their analysis? not sure i will push every oil change to 12K, but good to know i Can.comingg up shortly on 9K and in the middle of summer...might be a good time to prepare for more rides with fresh oil!
@@MemphisMike901 Yes very reputable. I have confirmed engine claims based on their analysis. Yeah, I would have fresh oil for the rest of the summer, ride baby ride! LOL
Wow some real nice comments on here. I haven't used amsoil yet. More of a full synthetic vavoline oil. But am open to other options. I will give amsoil a shot.
I agree about you are wasting your money on changing oil every 3000. Back in the day, we had open ventilation in the crankcase and oil did get very dirty. But now we have closed ventilation so oil doesn't get as dirty. so we can go longer between oil changes. but now with synthetic oil that can take the heat. we are all better off. It takes the head better. Anyway, I use Amsoil in my 2015 gl 1800 and I trust it completely. I change the oil once a summer. Which is about 8000 miles? the summer of 2019 I am taking a 6500-mile ride from INDIANA the southwestern part of the US and up the coast highway to Sanfransico. then head east from there. You and Chris Caliente buy my wing. I had a 2008 Wing but sold it because health issue. Safe riding
M.M. thanks for your learning of different types of oil. I can see your still new at oil types, and different synthetics brands. Procedures and intervals. However proper spark,gap and different types of platinum can be used with premium gas and ignition can be important too. Riding skills also play important in using a wet clutch in the G.L.1800 that’s most of the wear you get in oil contamination. So if your hard or carry a trailer in or dusty conditions then it’s different usage of oils. I use Amsoil oil in my rear differential it runs smoother and quieter.... I run my G.L. Hard and drive over 25,000 miles not sweat starts up every time and has power climbing high altitudes using Cruz controll in AZ, N.V. And other parts. But I use Motul engine oils in mine change every 20 to 22,000 miles, wew no sweat my man, my trick is when I change oils I run regular cheaper oil for 500 miles or so then add Motul with a new oil filter it helps break up the walls in cylinder from film build up it reset the rings back in the bore of cylinders. That how I run all my bikes for many years but not applicable in miles of oil changes. Ducati’s dry clutch and Honda XR650s. Ugh less due to dirt conditions. My G.L. Purrs like a pussy kitten every time.🐓
Hay Mike thanks for posting this video. Your right about the various opinion on oils. Just like the type of bikes people ride it comes down to what makes you happy. I had a 2009 gl1800 and changing that oil was easy compared to the three compartments in my ultra limited and cheaper two regardless of what brand of oil you use.
The thing about oil and they’ve made it extremely better. They haven’t been able to completely eliminate the acids that fuel and other things put into oil. Bikes nor cars are 100 % efficient. Meaning they don’t burn all the fuel. So as great an oil does to lubricating and to cool. The cleaning it does stays and it needs out. During colder months engines tend to get dirty due to burn off. Less happens. In winter you would have to drive an hour to burn off and evaporate the moisture or water in your oil. Reason your oil cap gets white sludge in it. As long as oil is in your oil pan and not the bottle. It’s cleaning and suspending things in it. That it touches. If you ride 3 times a week change every 4-8k miles. Amsoil is a group 4/5 synthetic. So a filter change half way isn’t bad but likely not needed. No matter what oil is in contact with hydrocarbons as well as metals an moisture.
I have a friend in the Philippines that has a Honda Click ? air cooled engine . His manual says to use 10W30 / 10W40 , but he uses 20W50 . Since it is so HOT over there and he has had no issues , synthetic of course .
Makes sense, u got miles and miles on it.. i use Rotella and it's great.. change once a season.. i add 10k miles a season, if that.. winter too cold in New England, so the bike is put up for at least 3 months..
My 07 Wing has 103,000 kms on it. I switched to synthetic some time ago and to be honest I don't notice any difference. I was told to expect smoother shifts. Maybe I'm a smooth shifter already. I use the Mystic ATV synthetic oil. I put it on sales alert at the local Canadian Tire and pay approximately $7.00 a quart. Regular 10/40 Castrol is approx $5.39 a litre. I guess time will tell if spending the extra $1.61 is worth it. I change the oil between 5 and 6,000 kms. I change the rear diff oil at every oil change.
Mike, I take my Jeep Wrangler off road a lot and the engine is under heavy loads at times, I am going to send in a sample to see what's' going on with it and dropping your name. This should be interesting... because the factory says 8,000 miles, but I change it much sooner. Thanks for doing this video.
Hy Mike.I Have been using Valvoline 10w40 full synthetic and notice no oil consuption at all. change it every 8k miles or once a year. Keeps my mind at ease. TKS for the tips By the way, planning a trío through Memphis at the third week in may . We may place you a vist.
Mike, next time you send a sample to Blackstone, spend a few extra bucks and get the TBN (total base number) tested. This figure will tell you how robust your additive package still is. I would venture a guess that with a quality synthetic you will find the oil is still in good shape at 20K. Give it a try.
I have an '02 HD Electraglide with 162,000 miles. Never used anything but Supertech 20 w 50 Dead Dinosaur. No engine work, no add between 5,000 mile intervals. Amsoil/$15.99 qt.- Supertech $4.37.
$28 isn't much to pay for piece of mind and some knowledge on how long to go between oil changes! I've used Amsoil in the past and liked it. I've been using Kawasaki brand recommended oil in the KLR, but only in case there is a failure while it's under warranty.
I normally use Honda full synthetic but last time I bought oil & filter they told me Honda did not recommend full synthetic oil due to clutch slippage? Have you heard of that Mike? Randy
Great video Mike! Are you running that in the CB too? I run it in my Harley and did my first oil change in the Cb at 600 miles and put Honda oil in it. Thought about switching to Amsoil when I do the next one.
Wow, my hats off to you for opening this can of worms... Ok long story short I've been an Amsoil dealer/Executive Direct jobber for 16 years. I've seen it work miracles in all sorts of equipment over the years, oil analysis is an excellent tool to see what happening in the engine and or transmission. Critical numbers in oil analysts are TBN , VI and silica count, there are plenty more to look at if you suspect a problem. As in all things there are several level of synthetic oils but in short if you not paying 8 bucks or higher your not getting a class IV synthetic, more then likely it will be a blend of convention oils and synthetics, its better than straight conventional oil but not as good as a class IV. A few years ago GM came up with an oil standard of Dexos, this is nothing more than a low grade blend that they wanted to charge oil company's .35 cents per gallon to have the Dexos logo... Follow the money as always... Sorry getting off topic.. All Amsoil motorcycle oils are a class IV synthetics, Amsoil filters for Goldwing are a 15k filter, 20 micron filter @ 98.7 efficiency, personally I change our Wings every July we ride between 12 to 15k per year. Ok, let the beating begin..LOL
WoW. Deep detail. Thanks Scott for the detail response man. I looked at the full sheet and numbers. Could not make heads/tails what it all meant but the notes are what confirmed what I was hoping for!!!
@@MemphisMike901 TBN is total base number, it represents how well the oil is doing in neutralizing acid in the crank, your oil started at 11.6 new, full depletion would be around 3.6- 4.0. You did a video on the K&N air filter this is where silica count comes in, if silica count is high the air filter is not performing well or you have a hole some where, over 80% of contaminates come through the air filter. VI is viscosity index, its how well the oil is staying in grade. For me these are the 3 big indicators on how well the oil is doing, of course the report will show chromium, iron, magnesium and such this will tell you whats wearing inside the engine... Ok, schools out for today kids, y'all go play on the freeway..LOL
Interesting video Mike. I still run the dinosaur oil and change it every 8k miles. Since I do at least 10k a year it's always 2 changes since I start the year with clean oil so I know I'm wasting miles. May have to try it just to cover the year on one change. Does the filter also allow for the 12k miles or do you still change it at 8k?
My goodness those "thousands-of-miles" blew my mind. I don't know if us asians just culturally changing the oil every 5,000km for cars and every 3-4k km for motorcycles.
I currently use Amsoil signature for my big scooter, already running 4500 km (about 2800 miles) in 6 months, the mechanic guy in Yamaha insist that I have to change the oil but I'm still sure it will last another thousands miles.. 😁
I many miles did you have on your bike when you swapped over to Amsoil? I have an '08 GL1800 and the prior owner used Amsoil from 3K miles. I have only had the bike for six months with about 4.5K since the last oil change and plan to keep using the oil.
Thanks, good to see an analysis from a lab. Most of what you see on this subject is opinion. It would have been good to know how many miles on the bike when the sample was drawn.
Thank you. This is interesting. My neighbor and I will share cases of Amsoil. He has an f6B with about 35,000 miles and I just rolled 1800 miles on my 1 month old 2018 gold wing. I may get an analysis done on my second oil change to see how the new wing engine is doing early in its life.
So, which Amsoil specifically did you use and which filter specifically. Which bike was this report based on? I have the 2018 GL1800DA wish why I am asking.
Another good oil is Mobil 10w40 High Mileage, but no frictions modifiers that is really important thing, about oil for wet clutch..... if you see Service Conserving on the bottom donut is not good....
Changed my new 2019 DCT tour to Amsoil 10w40 when I brought the bike home. I’ve now now on 3 2k rides this year. Also replaced the drive differential with Amsoil gear oil Reinitialized the DCT and no problems now at 7k. I’m told as long as the oil meets the Honda spec listed in owners manual no oil should be a problem. Honda has an OEM synthetic and regular dinosaur oil. Have read nothing on the 2018-20 forums on any issues with any oil just brand or cost loyalty. But that is true with all of our conspicuous consumption item - yea and that includes bourbon. 😝
Just got some Amsoil a few weeks ago. I have heard very good stuff about this oil. The oil was very expensive but it’s ok. I have been changing my oil every 4,000miles, but I ride hard on my Stryker. I will now goo to 5,500 now any recommendations? I would love to send a sample of the Yamaha oil that’s in my bike right now after 4,000 miles. Please post information!
After spending 30 years as a career technician at the top of my field I noticed that oil never stops working but it does stop cleaning. I have see high mileage cars that never had an oil change, if you pull the valve cover you really can't see the valve train for the sludge yet the engines seemed to run perfect. (I'm talking 60+K on the factory oil) So you don't want to go to long without changing your oil because the detergents won't make the trip, though I'm sure things have improved somewhat over the years. On the subject of oil filters; they are really not needed. If you think about it when was the last time you changed the oil filter on your Briggs & Stratton lawn mower? Yet it still runs well without one and you probably can't remember when you last changed the oil either. Over the last 20 years we have seen more oil filters on products not because they need it but because consumers demand it, and it's a marketing tool. If your worried about manufacturing flash on a new engine and the need for a filter then it's time you stepped into the 21st century. What we all should have is a magnet in the oil path, I keep a rare earth magnet on the outside of my oil filter. If oil filters do such a good job then why do we see metal accumulating on magnetic drain plugs? It's because the filter can not be fine enough to stop those particles.
@@Bass.Player Thought you said it didn't need it? How many "no filter" tests have you ran? I'll bet the number is none! No shit, Bass Player! Thanks for your "opinion". Let us know when you have some facts.
@@MY93SHO You should keep your double digit IQ out of the comment section of RUclips because your argument makes no sense what so ever. Did you even bother to read my comment? I'm done here, I'm beginning feel like I need a tetanus shot.
Couple things looks familiar my Yamaha vmax after brake in dealership recommended mineral oil brand yamalube 10/40 so am asking is ok if am going to synthetic they said stick with mineral because slipperclutch I do little research and for that bike yamalube not even makes synthetic oil from my experience with synthetic I own 2014 ninja zx14r and change from mineral too synthetic after couple hundreds miles my clutch goes bad needs replaced mast said I always keep oil spec like manual says
Interesting video Mike. I plan on using the Honda Full Synthetic, I've heard nothing but Good about it. Hey Mike, just a little Food For Thought, but did you know that for a Bourbon to be a true Bourbon it has to be made in Kentucky? Im just sayin' though. LOL. Good Vid.
🤔 Hmmmm....it was tasty. This is a High Rye bourbon I believe. never really been a Bourbon drinker until recently.. I'm going to have to venture out on some Kentucky Stuff! Honda Synth is Damn good oil!
@@aaronyork6173 I will not tell you to go against the manual instructions, but thousands of users have zero issues. I still think it is safe personally....BUT, I am NOT a Honda Engineer!
Very smart so best idea change around 5k?? Let me clear u use amsoil 10/40 fully synthetic ? I talk with technicians from honda strongly recommend conventional pro honda 10/30 and if I really want to change fully synthetic have to wait til 16kj odo right now I got 8 k on my bike little confused here sou what u gays think 🤔 let me now thanks
MemphisMike l myself over service at 5000 km intervals here in Western Australia as we have a hot dry dusty Conditions there are other factors contribute to good or bad oil samples Poor fuel quality sustain high-speed riding stop start riding excessively dusty conditions and of course excessively worn high milage engines will also return A poor oil sample
MemphisMike I’m making plans to come up to Memphis when bike nights starts back up....may be sooner. I enjoy bourbon also. I’ll have to get a bottle while I’m up there.
I put the cheapest shit I can find in my brand new Goldwing and it works just great! You're old enough to know better too shit you're putting in it's just a waste of fucking money! Last time I was around Memphis was the Naval Air Station in Millington Tennessee... those were the days and no I didn't go see Elvis. And no I don't ever plan on putting any name brand expensive oil in my brand new Goldwing I will stick to the super tech cheap Walmart shit which works just as good as that fucking shit you're using and or even better..... and I really don't give a shit how often people change their oil if they want to waste their money it's none of my goddamn business. I just know that it cost me less than $20 to do a full oil and filter change so put that in your pipe and smoke it!
and the Comment of the YEAR goes too.........DRUM ROLL PLEASE...............
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You sir are a ass hole!!! Everyone will agree!! Just watch the video and stop using the lords name i. Vain bc your are are dick!!!! What a dick!! I feel sorry for your wife,if you even have 1!!! Ass hole!!!! JEFF!!!!!!
Jeff, it is ok to disagree, that can be somewhat be expected. That said this man produced evidence, you have zero evidence to present thus far. Opinion is not evidence.
Spend probably around $30000 on a new Gold Wing then go cheap on the oil,lol
I run Amsoil and love it. Noticed considerable improvement in smoothness in shifting and overall performance once I switched to Amsoil in my '08.
Aimsoil metric aswell with honda filter and I do the change roughly every 10...11000 kms... that's roughly 6 to 7 k miles... still going strong... cheers John
I used Amsoil on my 2007 and it ran great. I’m going to use it in my 2018 on the next change. I like the new intro.
Mike Amsoil is what I'm going to use when I get my Goldwing still working on it ride safe Brad from Florida
Great video Mike! I've been using Amsoil in 2012 Goldwing for about 5 years now......I swear by it. I change it about every 7 or 8 thousand miles. Every once in a while I'll use Honda conventional oil including my last oil change and I'll change that a bit sooner. Nice hearing from you & enjoy that bourbon brother! Say hi to Chris and the boys.
For 45 years, I was the every 3,000 mile oil change gun. So, when I purchased a new 2016 Ford Eco-Boost pickup truck I decided to follow the recommended oil change intervals listed in the owner manual. It suggested 1 year, or every 10,000 miles, or when the engine computer tells you to change oil. I drove the truck for 9,448 miles when the change oil soon alert came on. Some of those miles were done towing 7 to 8 thousand pounds. Just food for thought for the every 3,000 mile people (I was one of those people but not anymore).
Thats good life to me!
I am a new GoldWing owner but I use Amsoil in my Harley and the previous owner of the GW only used Ams in his bike. I have used Amsoil for years. In fact he gave me 4 qt’s and a filter when I got the bike last week. I will order a case for both bikes, and a qt of Severe gear oil for the Final Drive this week. Can’t beat it.
Double M! Absolutely GREAT video and information provided! I have always wanted to do this but did not where and thought it WB expensive! Stay warm there! Just a cool 20 degrees here in the mitten! LTMV & Until Next Time;;;
Very good advice. Amsoil is a very good oil. Your oil change schedule will keep that Goldwing purring like a new born kitten for many miles to come. As the saying goes... "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" Have a great day and ride safe.
I've been using Amsoil in my cars, truck's and dirt bikes for almost 20 year's. The bad part is i still own all of them and am getting bored with them. If the bloody things would wear out i might replace them but i am not going to sell a vehicle that isn't worn out. Waste of money
@@stuartjohns2779 I agree fully.Amsoil is a definite winner. If it ain't broke don't fix it... as they say. Have a great day and thanks for your reply.
LoL. Exactly!
Great info. Reinforces my decision to use this same oil on my 2018 Voyager 1700
When I was out there riding hard I change my oil Every Spring, that's it, regular Honda oil, I start my bike up... man and it sound like a brand new Goldwing🎁🎁🎁
Bought my first Goldwing last spring (2010 w/ 8900 miles). I changed it after 3500 miles, was still very clean. Will probably start stretching it out a lot more. Thanks!
25 degrees in Indiana my brother, and a bud lite for me this evening!! 🍺 be safe Mr. Mike. Good video my friend.👍🏻🙏🏻🇺🇸😊
Hi Mike Nice to see ya again. I use Amsoil 15W-60W in my Indian chieftain. Great oil!!!
I've been doing 5k mile oil changes with Rotella T6 in the Vic since the first oil change.....Now with almost 60k on the bike, she still does not burn a drop of oil and runs like a champ, also my clutch is still strong as ever. BTW: the Vic has a wet clutch which is the primary reason I do changes every 5k.
Good analysis. For the price, I knew Amzoil was a good product. RSMF.
Amsoil is my choice, I don’t like to change my oil that often, and I feel confident with amsoil. Nurse that 🥃 brother!😉
Hey Memphis Mike, I just come across your Channel.... 👍👍 I've been Goldwing scene 1981 gl1100 my first. Now have 2015 gl1800 37k. Been using Amoil 👍👍 I love it... and used Mobil also in the past.....
Safe Riding Keep it on Two Wheels...Junior B.
Thanks Junior. Welcome aboard!!
Oil analysis, good job, good video, like you I'm sticking to Amsoil, quality comes at a price.
Im convinced it does what I need. Extend my riding miles between oil changes and deliver great results on the GL1800 Engine!
Bought my Gold Wing 25 th Anniversary edition from a Mechanic and he used Rotella T sync. Has 99,000 runs flawlessly.
We have a few things in common. Goldwings (GL1500SE), I'm from Memphis, and Blackstone labs is about 2 miles from where I live now. I've sent airplane engine oil to Blackstone many times, but might have to send them a sample from my Goldwing to see how it's doing. Be safe out there!
Ahh. A fellow Memphian! We are un the Cordova area
I run Amsoil in everything I own and I use their motorcycle metric or dirt oil in my Enduro but you got to be careful what kind of oil you put in a motorcycle if it shares an oil with the transmission a regular synthetic car oil will make the clutches slip it will ruin them you'll have to replace them a lot of people don't know that I have seen many a new dirt bike owners with smoked clutches from running a car oil. Besides we love our bikes why not run the best synthetic oil on the planet specifically engineered for bikes! anyway love the video appreciate it Ride safe brother!
The one thing I noticed is that the Amzoil made the engine run quieter than the Honda oil on the GL. Less valve train noise. In my Suzi the mileage went from 48 mpg to 52 miles per gallon when I went to Amzoil from dino oil. I looked at all the test reviews on oils. Amzoil was number one on reduced wear. So I use it.
Same here!!
Good video. I will probably keep changing my oil every 4,000 to 5,000, but I am not using synthetic, and not riding 20,000 miles/year anymore.
Got the Amsoil in my Harley. No problems. Have it in my Triumph as well. Triumph I noticed a smoother shift. Otherwise I change at the beginning of the year or 10k.
I use amsoil all the time in my harleys .. Great stuff
Great vid Mike, I've used Amsoil in my 2012 Harley FLHTK with nary a problem, but on a lark I decided to try RedLine in the engine and the Shock Proof (pepto bismo) in the transmission. I tried their primary oil but there was a knocking in the primary. Had a qt of Amsoil in the cabinet and it solved all knocking, that primary oil really stunk up my garage. I'm going to try Spectro products next. Keep up the good work...will be in Menphis for Christmas.
We agree on Amsoil
Good Job MM, We used Blackstone when I was working at F/S and Nissan!
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so you they are reputable in their analysis? not sure i will push every oil change to 12K, but good to know i Can.comingg up shortly on 9K and in the middle of summer...might be a good time to prepare for more rides with fresh oil!
@@MemphisMike901 Yes very reputable. I have confirmed engine claims based on their analysis. Yeah, I would have fresh oil for the rest of the summer, ride baby ride! LOL
Wow some real nice comments on here. I haven't used amsoil yet. More of a full synthetic vavoline oil. But am open to other options. I will give amsoil a shot.
I agree about you are wasting your money on changing oil every 3000. Back in the day, we had open ventilation in the crankcase and oil did get very dirty. But now we have closed ventilation so oil doesn't get as dirty. so we can go longer between oil changes. but now with synthetic oil that can take the heat. we are all better off. It takes the head better. Anyway, I use Amsoil in my 2015 gl 1800 and I trust it completely. I change the oil once a summer. Which is about 8000 miles? the summer of 2019 I am taking a 6500-mile ride from INDIANA the southwestern part of the US and up the coast highway to Sanfransico. then head east from there. You and Chris Caliente buy my wing. I had a 2008 Wing but sold it because health issue. Safe riding
M.M. thanks for your learning of different types of oil. I can see your still new at oil types, and different synthetics brands. Procedures and intervals. However proper spark,gap and different types of platinum can be used with premium gas and ignition can be important too. Riding skills also play important in using a wet clutch in the G.L.1800 that’s most of the wear you get in oil contamination. So if your hard or carry a trailer in or dusty conditions then it’s different usage of oils.
I use Amsoil oil in my rear differential it runs smoother and quieter.... I run my G.L. Hard and drive over 25,000 miles not sweat starts up every time and has power climbing high altitudes using Cruz controll in AZ, N.V. And other parts. But I use Motul engine oils in mine change every 20 to 22,000 miles, wew no sweat my man, my trick is when I change oils I run regular cheaper oil for 500 miles or so then add Motul with a new oil filter it helps break up the walls in cylinder from film build up it reset the rings back in the bore of cylinders. That how I run all my bikes for many years but not applicable in miles of oil changes. Ducati’s dry clutch and Honda XR650s. Ugh less due to dirt conditions. My G.L. Purrs like a pussy kitten every time.🐓
Awesome. Thanks for sharing!!!
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Hay Mike thanks for posting this video. Your right about the various opinion on oils. Just like the type of bikes people ride it comes down to what makes you happy. I had a 2009 gl1800 and changing that oil was easy compared to the three compartments in my ultra limited and cheaper two regardless of what brand of oil you use.
The thing about oil and they’ve made it extremely better. They haven’t been able to completely eliminate the acids that fuel and other things put into oil. Bikes nor cars are 100 % efficient. Meaning they don’t burn all the fuel. So as great an oil does to lubricating and to cool. The cleaning it does stays and it needs out. During colder months engines tend to get dirty due to burn off. Less happens. In winter you would have to drive an hour to burn off and evaporate the moisture or water in your oil. Reason your oil cap gets white sludge in it. As long as oil is in your oil pan and not the bottle. It’s cleaning and suspending things in it. That it touches. If you ride 3 times a week change every 4-8k miles.
Amsoil is a group 4/5 synthetic. So a filter change half way isn’t bad but likely not needed. No matter what oil is in contact with hydrocarbons as well as metals an moisture.
Memphis mike you do a good job
I have a friend in the Philippines that has a Honda Click ? air cooled engine . His manual says to use 10W30 / 10W40 , but he uses 20W50 . Since it is so HOT over there and he has had no issues , synthetic of course .
I use that same oil and change it at 5,000, although I know you can go longer depending on the engine load.
Simple and to the point...thanks for the info
Makes sense, u got miles and miles on it.. i use Rotella and it's great.. change once a season.. i add 10k miles a season, if that.. winter too cold in New England, so the bike is put up for at least 3 months..
My 07 Wing has 103,000 kms on it. I switched to synthetic some time ago and to be honest I don't notice any difference. I was told to expect smoother shifts. Maybe I'm a smooth shifter already. I use the Mystic ATV synthetic oil. I put it on sales alert at the local Canadian Tire and pay approximately $7.00 a quart. Regular 10/40 Castrol is approx $5.39 a litre. I guess time will tell if spending the extra $1.61 is worth it. I change the oil between 5 and 6,000 kms. I change the rear diff oil at every oil change.
Great information and video Memphis Mike.
Talk, talk, talk, men aren't known to be talkers, however there are those who have the gift of gab.
Mike, I take my Jeep Wrangler off road a lot and the engine is under heavy loads at times, I am going to send in a sample to see what's' going on with it and dropping your name. This should be interesting... because the factory says 8,000 miles, but I change it much sooner. Thanks for doing this video.
I'll be curious!
Hey Mike (aka John)lol.... was this your reading you obtained with you K&N air filter in?
Hy Mike.I Have been using Valvoline 10w40 full synthetic and notice no oil consuption at all. change it every 8k miles or once a year. Keeps my mind at ease. TKS for the tips
By the way, planning a trío through Memphis at the third week in may . We may place you a vist.
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Mike, next time you send a sample to Blackstone, spend a few extra bucks and get the TBN (total base number) tested. This figure will tell you how robust your additive package still is. I would venture a guess that with a quality synthetic you will find the oil is still in good shape at 20K. Give it a try.
Thanks Mike!!
I have an '02 HD Electraglide with 162,000 miles. Never used anything but Supertech 20 w 50 Dead Dinosaur. No engine work, no add between 5,000 mile intervals. Amsoil/$15.99 qt.- Supertech $4.37.
I use Amsoil and Lucas oils in all my bikes! Motorman In Da Mag
$28 isn't much to pay for piece of mind and some knowledge on how long to go between oil changes! I've used Amsoil in the past and liked it. I've been using Kawasaki brand recommended oil in the KLR, but only in case there is a failure while it's under warranty.
I normally use Honda full synthetic but last time I bought oil & filter they told me Honda did not recommend full synthetic oil due to clutch slippage? Have you heard of that Mike?
Randy
I have heard of that. Never had any issue with my Wing tho.
Can you please tell me the levels of phosphorus and zinc? Thanks
Great video Mike! Are you running that in the CB too? I run it in my Harley and did my first oil change in the Cb at 600 miles and put Honda oil in it. Thought about switching to Amsoil when I do the next one.
Currently running OEM honda oil in CB. I put less than 5k miles annually on it
Wow, my hats off to you for opening this can of worms... Ok long story short I've been an Amsoil dealer/Executive Direct jobber for 16 years. I've seen it work miracles in all sorts of equipment over the years, oil analysis is an excellent tool to see what happening in the engine and or transmission. Critical numbers in oil analysts are TBN , VI and silica count, there are plenty more to look at if you suspect a problem. As in all things there are several level of synthetic oils but in short if you not paying 8 bucks or higher your not getting a class IV synthetic, more then likely it will be a blend of convention oils and synthetics, its better than straight conventional oil but not as good as a class IV. A few years ago GM came up with an oil standard of Dexos, this is nothing more than a low grade blend that they wanted to charge oil company's .35 cents per gallon to have the Dexos logo... Follow the money as always... Sorry getting off topic.. All Amsoil motorcycle oils are a class IV synthetics, Amsoil filters for Goldwing are a 15k filter, 20 micron filter @ 98.7 efficiency, personally I change our Wings every July we ride between 12 to 15k per year. Ok, let the beating begin..LOL
WoW. Deep detail. Thanks Scott for the detail response man. I looked at the full sheet and numbers. Could not make heads/tails what it all meant but the notes are what confirmed what I was hoping for!!!
@@MemphisMike901 TBN is total base number, it represents how well the oil is doing in neutralizing acid in the crank, your oil started at 11.6 new, full depletion would be around 3.6- 4.0. You did a video on the K&N air filter this is where silica count comes in, if silica count is high the air filter is not performing well or you have a hole some where, over 80% of contaminates come through the air filter. VI is viscosity index, its how well the oil is staying in grade. For me these are the 3 big indicators on how well the oil is doing, of course the report will show chromium, iron, magnesium and such this will tell you whats wearing inside the engine... Ok, schools out for today kids, y'all go play on the freeway..LOL
Scott Vallie thanks. Ill look at that Silica # again buddy!!
Great vid. Keep up the good work.
I never have good luck with amsoil. It seems my engines are always noisy with that oil. I put Honda GN4 and everything is nice and quiet and smooth.
Interesting
Interesting video Mike. I still run the dinosaur oil and change it every 8k miles. Since I do at least 10k a year it's always 2 changes since I start the year with clean oil so I know I'm wasting miles. May have to try it just to cover the year on one change. Does the filter also allow for the 12k miles or do you still change it at 8k?
I use the Amsoil Filter and according to rep it would still be good. It is a solid filter. I feel the Honda OEM filter is also very well made!
My goodness those "thousands-of-miles" blew my mind. I don't know if us asians just culturally changing the oil every 5,000km for cars and every 3-4k km for motorcycles.
I currently use Amsoil signature for my big scooter, already running 4500 km (about 2800 miles) in 6 months, the mechanic guy in Yamaha insist that I have to change the oil but I'm still sure it will last another thousands miles.. 😁
2800 miles? Im sure you got another 8k miles left on oil. But, at least once a yr.
I many miles did you have on your bike when you swapped over to Amsoil? I have an '08 GL1800 and the prior owner used Amsoil from 3K miles. I have only had the bike for six months with about 4.5K since the last oil change and plan to keep using the oil.
At about 15k
Thanks for the vid Memphis Mike. Do you still ride with Chris Calenti
No sir. Havent in a while. No issues. Just havent
Thanks, good to see an analysis from a lab. Most of what you see on this subject is opinion. It would have been good to know how many miles on the bike when the sample was drawn.
67,285 on Bike. 12k miles on the oil
Thank you. This is interesting. My neighbor and I will share cases of Amsoil. He has an f6B with about 35,000 miles and I just rolled 1800 miles on my 1 month old 2018 gold wing. I may get an analysis done on my second oil change to see how the new wing engine is doing early in its life.
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Dont forget filters also.
So, which Amsoil specifically did you use and which filter specifically. Which bike was this report based on? I have the 2018 GL1800DA wish why I am asking.
Amsoil 10/40 Metric oil. 2008 GL1800
I just stumbled across your RUclips channel Amsoil is a very good product have you ever heard of Schaeffers oil
No sir
Good deal no fluff
Another good oil is Mobil 10w40 High Mileage, but no frictions modifiers that is really important thing, about oil for wet clutch..... if you see Service Conserving on the bottom donut is not good....
How often did you change your oil filter? Did you change it at the 12k mile mark also?
Yes
Good stuff mike👍
thanks!!
Thanks for the info. Will the full synthetic Amsoil work with the DCT transmission?
I see no reason it would not, but i would encourage to check manual and maybe contact Honda to get an accurate answer!
Changed my new 2019 DCT tour to Amsoil 10w40 when I brought the bike home. I’ve now now on 3 2k rides this year. Also replaced the drive differential with Amsoil gear oil Reinitialized the DCT and no problems now at 7k. I’m told as long as the oil meets the Honda spec listed in owners manual no oil should be a problem. Honda has an OEM synthetic and regular dinosaur oil. Have read nothing on the 2018-20 forums on any issues with any oil just brand or cost loyalty. But that is true with all of our conspicuous consumption item - yea and that includes bourbon. 😝
Just got some Amsoil a few weeks ago. I have heard very good stuff about this oil. The oil was very expensive but it’s ok. I have been changing my oil every 4,000miles, but I ride hard on my Stryker. I will now goo to 5,500 now any recommendations? I would love to send a sample of the Yamaha oil that’s in my bike right now after 4,000 miles. Please post information!
Click on the link in the description where to send oil for analysis!
Is it okay to change the oil from synthetic back to standard?
I do not see why not, maybe others are more qualified to answer that tho. My question would be, why would you want to?
Hey mike, great vid. Do you know the part number for the amsoil filter that you used?
Let me check. EAM103
@@MemphisMike901 thank you sir
Thanks
What is the part number for the Amsoil Oil Filter? How can we make you our preferred dealer?
Did you have to add any oil to your gold wing within that 12000 miles?
No sir. Never had to
Thanks for video. Is it better than Motul 300v???
Never used it so cant say.
@@MemphisMike901 thanks... lot's of love from India.🤞👍👌
What weigh oil are you using. With the blue top looks like 10 40
Yes 10w-40
After spending 30 years as a career technician at the top of my field I noticed that oil never stops working but it does stop cleaning. I have see high mileage cars that never had an oil change, if you pull the valve cover you really can't see the valve train for the sludge yet the engines seemed to run perfect. (I'm talking 60+K on the factory oil)
So you don't want to go to long without changing your oil because the detergents won't make the trip, though I'm sure things have improved somewhat over the years.
On the subject of oil filters; they are really not needed. If you think about it when was the last time you changed the oil filter on your Briggs & Stratton lawn mower? Yet it still runs well without one and you probably can't remember when you last changed the oil either.
Over the last 20 years we have seen more oil filters on products not because they need it but because consumers demand it, and it's a marketing tool. If your worried about manufacturing flash on a new engine and the need for a filter then it's time you stepped into the 21st century.
What we all should have is a magnet in the oil path, I keep a rare earth magnet on the outside of my oil filter.
If oil filters do such a good job then why do we see metal accumulating on magnetic drain plugs? It's because the filter can not be fine enough to stop those particles.
Thanks for your detailed reply BP. Always appreciate it!
My Briggs and Stratton mower engine has an oil filter on it. John Deere Zero turn.
@@MY93SHO No shit Scott?
@@Bass.Player Thought you said it didn't need it? How many "no filter" tests have you ran? I'll bet the number is none! No shit, Bass Player! Thanks for your "opinion". Let us know when you have some facts.
@@MY93SHO You should keep your double digit IQ out of the comment section of RUclips because your argument makes no sense what so ever. Did you even bother to read my comment?
I'm done here, I'm beginning feel like I need a tetanus shot.
Couple things looks familiar my Yamaha vmax after brake in dealership recommended mineral oil brand yamalube 10/40 so am asking is ok if am going to synthetic they said stick with mineral because slipperclutch I do little research and for that bike yamalube not even makes synthetic oil from my experience with synthetic I own 2014 ninja zx14r and change from mineral too synthetic after couple hundreds miles my clutch goes bad needs replaced mast said I always keep oil spec like manual says
Good point I would always suggest checking with mfg regarding the use of Sythetics in Bike specific!
Hey Mike, is the AMSOIL full synthetic? And do you use an oil filter like the K&N?
Full Synthetic and I use the Amsoil Filter as well.
Isnt it a 100% synthetic instead of full synthetic?
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@@MemphisMike901 That's the reason I got it in my bike. Full synth seems to be a mix off oils still. 100% not I've been told.
Good video
Doesn't or isn't it a bad thing to change the oil like 3 times in a season?
Im not sure its a “bad” thing?
Interesting video Mike. I plan on using the Honda Full Synthetic, I've heard nothing but Good about it. Hey Mike, just a little Food For Thought, but did you know that for a Bourbon to be a true Bourbon it has to be made in Kentucky? Im just sayin' though. LOL. Good Vid.
🤔 Hmmmm....it was tasty. This is a High Rye bourbon I believe. never really been a Bourbon drinker until recently.. I'm going to have to venture out on some Kentucky Stuff! Honda Synth is Damn good oil!
I'm not saying it has to made in Kentucky to be True Bourbon, The history of Bourbon says it. Ordered the 10c PRO Yesterday.
@@christophersmith5116 Oh wow....i'll be curious to see how 10c looks!
Sucks bike in storage here in central ny about 26 degrees little snow
Are you still using Amsoil metric 10W40 in your goldwing?
Yes
My owners manual says to not use a oil will Molly in it and the Amsoil has alittle Molly in it so I don't know if I should keep using it or not.
@@aaronyork6173 I will not tell you to go against the manual instructions, but thousands of users have zero issues. I still think it is safe personally....BUT, I am NOT a Honda Engineer!
What about the bourbon analysis? Has it been watered down? LOL
😂 straight up room temp!
It's what I use
On my 9th wing in 30+ years amsoil in all, 20k miles ok but change that filter every 5k
you don't feel you can safely get 8-10K miles on the Amsoil filter?
@@MemphisMike901 I guess that comes from my old school up bringing, better safe than sorry
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Very smart so best idea change around 5k?? Let me clear u use amsoil 10/40 fully synthetic ? I talk with technicians from honda strongly recommend conventional pro honda 10/30 and if I really want to change fully synthetic have to wait til 16kj odo right now I got 8 k on my bike little confused here sou what u gays think 🤔 let me now thanks
Be sure your oil is wet clutch friendly, there that will cause problems!
Amsoil is
Stick with API certified Oil with the double Donut on the back and you'll never regret it!
Oil is cheap , motors are not . Good luck to you guy who want to go that long
With Premium Oil I see no reason why not!
Need 4 oz. of Royal Purple to pour in that Bourbon. Then you’ll spend some of that OT money 💰😂😂
😂 keep all my internal parts working smoothly!!
Maybe the good oil report is due to Superior engine design instead of expensive oil
No doubt it is a great motor. Would you run Honda Oil 12k miles?
MemphisMike l myself over service at 5000 km intervals here in Western Australia as we have a hot dry dusty Conditions there are other factors contribute to good or bad oil samples Poor fuel quality sustain high-speed riding stop start riding excessively dusty conditions and of course excessively worn high milage engines will also return A poor oil sample
Thats about 3100+ miles or so?
Delo 400 SAE 15/40 Le is the best....
Shaffer`s gotcha beat.
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Search for Shaffers synthetic oil for bikes
Did you say local bourbon?
From Old Dominick Distillery here in Memphis
MemphisMike I’m making plans to come up to Memphis when bike nights starts back up....may be sooner. I enjoy bourbon also. I’ll have to get a bottle while I’m up there.
motul 300v beat this
Oh yeah?
try you will see
Do tell. Whats the big difference? Can I go 10k miles between changes?
8500 oil analysis still good you will have feel and see it to believe it
Seems hard to beat 10-12k i can get on Amsoil