Can you use DOT 3 brake fluid in a motorcycle?
Majority of motorcycles will use DOT 3 or DOT 4. Yes, DOT 3 brake fluid is compatible with DOT 4 brake fluid. However, DOT 4 offers a higher boiling point. DOT 5.1 is used in high-performance and heavy-duty applications due to its high boiling point.
What kind of brake fluid does a Honda need?
Any kind of brake fluid is fine in your Honda as long as it is DOT 3 or DOT 4. The only kinds of fluids you need to be concerned about are transmission fluid and power steering fluid.
Is there brake fluid that is DOT 3 compatible?
All DOT 4 fluids are DOT 3 compatible, and all are “synthetic” as mineral brake fluid went out of fashion long ago. The “Syn” in Synpower” is marketing. Any good quality DOT 3 (or better, DOT4) fluid is fine. However beautiful the strategy, you should occasionally look at the results.
What kind of oil does a Honda use?
In some cases it makes sense to use their fluid, but in your case, the brake fluid in your brake system is just fine. For a long time I used Honda manual transmission fluid, but now I use synthetic 10W-30 oil. However, if I had an automatic, I would use Honda ATF.
Do you need to buy transmission fluid in a Honda?
The transmission fluids and power steering fluids do not need to be bought at the Honda dealership, they just have to meet specs for use in your Honda vehicle. The only item of concern with Honda’s is the transmission fluid if automatic. Honda’s are delicate in that area.
Can you use Honda dot 3 brake fluid?
The Honda Manual and web site says that only genuine Honda DOT 3 brake fluid can be used; otherwise there could be issues such as rust. I find it hard to believe that their brake fluid is so special that I can’t use STP or other name brand. Anyone now if what Honda says is true? jayhawkroy July 5, 2016, 7:18pm #2 I consider this a marketing ploy.
Is it OK to use aftermarket brake fluid?
Aftermarket fluids are fine as long as they meet DOT 3 or 4. However, Honda’s PS fluid is special – only use the OEM stuff as it is thinner than other stuff – using thicker aftermarket PS will possibly damage the seals. Same with honda coolant.
In some cases it makes sense to use their fluid, but in your case, the brake fluid in your brake system is just fine. For a long time I used Honda manual transmission fluid, but now I use synthetic 10W-30 oil. However, if I had an automatic, I would use Honda ATF.
Who is the manufacturer of Honda brake fluid?
Honda’s brake fluid is manufactured by one of the major oil companies. This changes from year to year so there’s no telling who is making it at this time.