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OIL FOR XJ55O MAXIM?

Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by nayonline, Apr 14, 2006.

  1. nayonline

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    hey -

    my maxim needs oil, and i don't know much about what to get.
    i saw another 550 maxim owner in the forum was suggested SAE 20W/40 a few days ago. i've poked around a bit on the internet and see a lot about synthetics - 5w-40 and 10w-40.

    any thoughts? i don't know what the previous owner used and this will be the first time i've ever changed the oil, on any bike.

    i want to get a new air filter soon also - what kind do i need and where could i get it?
     
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    by the way - what kind oil filter should i get (and where)?

    Thanks -
     
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    Be sure and get motorcycle oil! Auto oil has additives that can make your clutch slip.

    My manual calls for a 20W-40 in the summer. My local shop tried to sell me 20W-50. This is a heavier oil, and will rob you of power and gas mileage. I am personally going to go with Amsoil 10W-40 all year around (texas is hot!).

    I am no oil expert, but apparently, I can't spell, AND, a 10W-40 is a better fit than a 20W-50. Don't ask me why. Check out the Amsoil website, and do some google searches on oil weights - lots of stuff out there.

    From what I have found, 10W-40 is GENERALLY for inline 4s, and 20W-50 is generally for V-twins. I guess because of the lower rpms.
     
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    I picked up the 20W-40 Yamalube while I was picking up my oil filter and jet needle. Just call me Mr. Conventional... :lol:
     
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    Don't forget to use our Amsoil product link :wink:
     
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