Maintenance intervals: Break in Oil changes & Chain lube

[jimjr21]

Originally Posted by woodlandsprite

So here's another dumb question - is there a difference between general motor oil, automotive oil and motorcycle oil?? Google tells me no....but I figured I'd ask others just in case :P

There is a difference in the additive package. The problem lies in the wet clutches on motorcycles. The anti-friction additives in automotive oils can cause issues with the clutches. The diesel oil formulas don't have as much (or any) and don't cause issues.

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