How often should I change the oil on my Suzuki GS?
Whether you use the expensive “motorcycle specific” oil or cheap Rotella oil, it is the thought of many that as long as you change it frequently (at least every 1500 to 2000 miles) you can use just about any kind of motor oil. Personally, I’ve been using the Castol Syntec Blend 20w50 in the summer and 10w40 in winter.
What kind of lube do you use on a Suzuki GS 850?
“In May, 1979 Suzuki produced a Technical Service Bulletin detailing instructions for filling the GS 850’s final drive with Hypoid lube. The instructions were to fill the Final Drive with the smallest of the specified quantities of lube–in this case, 280ml/9.5 US Oz. Then ride the bike for a few minutes to stabilize the oil level.
Why does an oil change take so long?
If you aren’t making long trips at high, steady speeds (like you would on a highway) then your engine isn’t getting hot enough to boil off condensation that accumulates in the system. That can cause oil to break down faster.
What kind of oil filter does a Suzuki GS use?
Personally, I’ve been using the Castol Syntec Blend 20w50 in the summer and 10w40 in winter. The oil filter itself is common to a lot of Suzuki bikes, from the GS425 on up to the GS1100.
“In May, 1979 Suzuki produced a Technical Service Bulletin detailing instructions for filling the GS 850’s final drive with Hypoid lube. The instructions were to fill the Final Drive with the smallest of the specified quantities of lube–in this case, 280ml/9.5 US Oz. Then ride the bike for a few minutes to stabilize the oil level.
Whether you use the expensive “motorcycle specific” oil or cheap Rotella oil, it is the thought of many that as long as you change it frequently (at least every 1500 to 2000 miles) you can use just about any kind of motor oil. Personally, I’ve been using the Castol Syntec Blend 20w50 in the summer and 10w40 in winter.
When to change synthetic oil in your car?
While some experts suggest doing it in most circumstances, Consumer Reports said in 2017 that, generally, you shouldn’t switch to synthetic if your car doesn’t need it. If you frequently tow heavy loads, synthetic oil can help ease the extra strain on your car’s engine.
If you aren’t making long trips at high, steady speeds (like you would on a highway) then your engine isn’t getting hot enough to boil off condensation that accumulates in the system. That can cause oil to break down faster.