Oil Types - Pros and Cons

[Timati]

Can anyone suggest the type of oil to use for both 2/4 (just in case someone asks but am specifically interested in 2 strokers) stroke engines? I have been looking for Castrol TTS high and low and can't seem to locate it anywhere and was wondering which oil I could use as a replacement and what the pros and cons of using the suggested oil.

[PirateJafa]

Most Caltex stations or Repco stores have Castrol TTS.

[Timati]

Any other suggestions apart from Castrol TTS?

[Slyer]

I heard Castrol TTS was pretty good, can't recall from where though.

[HungusMaximist]

Just whip in some lawnmower oil and presto..

[motorbyclist]

i run my pocketrocket on this stuff i got at mobil....

[Jerry74]

Valvoline or Pennzoil is pretty good too if you don't mind paying for it

[Timati]

Just whip in some lawnmower oil and presto..

I bet you get high on the same shit haha

i run my pocketrocket on this stuff i got at mobil....

What stuff?

I heard Castrol TTS was pretty good, can't recall from where though.

Yeah I heard the same but would like to know why.

Valvoline or Pennzoil is pretty good too if you don't mind paying for it

Thanks dude. What's the difference between the oils? Why use one over the other? What are the benefits?

[Squiggles]

I used to run my rgv on Repsol 2T comp, about $20 a litre from memory, got it from Mt Eden but the scooter place across the road also had it, as im sure others do too

[Jerry74]

The more expensive oils Valvoline etc provide better lubrication at higher temps

[Jerry74]

Another options is to use a bit of Moreys upper cylinder lubricant or Powerup additive with your oil change = more protection for your valves etc

[Squiggles]

Another options is to use a bit of Moreys upper cylinder lubricant or Powerup additive with your oil change = more protection for your valves etc

Valves? Oil change? we're talking two smokers, where the only oils the stuff ya burn and the stuff that keeps the gearbox nice

I liked the repsol stuff, never switched off it, burnt cleanly and rarely gunked up, had that lurvly smell too

[Patar]

Another options is to use a bit of Moreys upper cylinder lubricant or Powerup additive with your oil change = more protection for your valves etc

Gotta be careful with additives as they're usually designed to decrease friction.
As most motorcycle share oil between the engine and clutch using additives that decrease the friction could cause the clutch to slip. Also the shearing forces exerted on the oil in the clutch will degrade the polymers quicker, hence the shorter oil change periods than cars.

And to actually answer the original question, any two stroke oil from a reputable motorcycle show will do you well (as long as it's suited to your bike) no reason why or why not as most of them are effectively the same, motul, castrol, all the same shit.




and all this while drunk, sweet.

[Jerry74]

Solve the problem get a 4 stroke hahaha no more angry grasshoppers stuck in your engine....

I used to ride a NSR250 lotsa fun until you get blitzed by a GSXR or a Duke...

[motorbyclist]

I used to run my rgv on Repsol 2T comp, about $20 a litre from memory, got it from Mt Eden but the scooter place across the road also had it, as im sure others do too

secret honda rider!

Another options is to use a bit of Moreys upper cylinder lubricant or Powerup additive with your oil change = more protection for your valves etc

ignoring this being a two stroke (unless ya meant powervalves?), all oils today come with very complete and well thought out additive packages anyway

by adding your own additives you have no idea how your chemicals are going to react with the existing ones, and usually the only benefit is psychological

(besides, oil won't help four stroke valves much where it counts - at the inlet/exhaust port. the hole they slide in wears faster than the valve stem does.)