Sandlizard Posted February 7, 2006 Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 This is a rookie question but. I have forgotten what type and viscosity oil to put in the crankcase. I only use Motul so I rebember that much. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2003LimitedBanshee Posted February 7, 2006 Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 I'm sure you just mispoke (hopefully), but you shouldn't put any oil in the crankcase (premix remember). Now in the transmission, Yamaha recommends 10W-30, however, I know many people run Belray, or some other type of 80 wt oil. I personally run Havoline 10W-30 synthetic, which everyone says will ruin your clutch but I've run it now for quite some time and never had any ill effects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandlizard Posted February 7, 2006 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 You cought me... I did mean transmission. (Too many toys to keep up with) Thank you for your advice 2003. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hilarious Posted February 7, 2006 Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 Maxima MTL 75w in my tranny. I guess its good shit. My bike still shifts great and hauls arse great too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phxrider Posted February 7, 2006 Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 BellRay 80W...this what my shop guy recommended. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandlizard Posted February 7, 2006 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 I am now confused... Should I use heavy gear oil? Or light trans. oil? I've heard of clutch slippage issues with the gear oil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigboybanshee Posted February 7, 2006 Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 BellRay 80W...this what my shop guy recommended. 470131[/snapback] That is what I use too and I haven't had any problems with my clutch slipping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
. Posted February 7, 2006 Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 go to the honda dealership and get there transmission/gear oil that comes in the red bottle with the squeeze top. Best oil I've ever run. Lasts for a good long time and its close to ATF, just more additives for the hardcore use its under. I've gone through 3 top ends now (none premature), and the stock clutches are just starting to wear to the point that when I put my stroker crank in they wont hold up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottierass Posted April 12, 2006 Report Share Posted April 12, 2006 So what is the advantage of running Bel Ray 80 weight oil. I've heard of a lot of people that use it and i don't understant why not just use 30wt like the owners manual says. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dajogejr Posted April 12, 2006 Report Share Posted April 12, 2006 You're going to get a ton of answers here...might want to search around. I personally have always run Bel Ray Gearsaver 80W in every two stroke quad and dirt bike transmission I've ever owned. Some say ATF, it's cheap, you change it more often. Some say don't use Synthetics, some say they are fine, some say different weight/viscosity fluids... Everyone has an opinion on this one, there is NO clear cut winner. It's like asking the best builder, best pipe, best tires, best pre-mix, hottest chick in the world...Ford vs. Chevy vs. Dodge.... It's all personal preference....period... I'd search...gather your own info based on other's opinions...and start from there.... Best of luck... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogre03 Posted April 12, 2006 Report Share Posted April 12, 2006 How often do you guys who run bel ray gear saver change it? I change my atf all the time, but that bel ray shit is $$$ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dajogejr Posted April 12, 2006 Report Share Posted April 12, 2006 Usually every other ride. It's what...about 9 bucks a quart... Gotta pay to play... Pay a little now, or a lot more later.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotrodbanshee Posted April 12, 2006 Report Share Posted April 12, 2006 Type F auto transmission fluid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ducman Posted April 12, 2006 Report Share Posted April 12, 2006 If you compare 80Wt gear oil and 10-30Wt engine oil your comparing apples and oranges as far as oil weight #'s 10-30 wt engine oil and 80 wt gear oil are not all that different viscosity wise. Gear oil has detergents designed to keep gears clean and lube clutch plates and the oil resists glase or get burned by clutch plates, engine oil has detergents designed to keep engine internals lubed and clean. They are not all that different in the tranny though as it doesn't have bearings like lead crank bearings and small oil passages like a 4 stroke engine and doesn't get as hot. Just dont use engine oil with friction modifiers like Mobil 1 that are designed to reduce friction similar to a teflon additive. They can help your clutch slip easier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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