Engine/Primary/Trans OIL Question?

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CRX91

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I've run HD oil which I don't like at all, I've run Mobil1 which is my 2nd choice, I know guys that run other oils also, but I like Amsoil better than all the rest, if a oil turns a little dark that doesn't mean it's not working, send it off for a test, does it smell burnt or does it feel gritty or not as slick as it was when it was put in, thats what sold me on Amsoil was it was as slick when I took it out as it was when I installed it, there nothing wrong with other oil brands it's just choices that we all make, personally I have had good luck with Amsoil, my trannys shift better and were quieter than any of the others that I tried, and every one of my freinds that I told of Amsoil tried it and love it for the same reason, most oils will turn in color but I've heard that if they don't there not working to clean carbon and sludge away from internal parts, a great site for oil info is bobistheoilguy.com, you can look at UOA's until your eye's cross.
 
Exactly. When you drain oil, you want it to be dark. That means it's cleaning. those that say "my oil was as clean as when I put it in" either aren't running their bikes at all, or are using oil that isn't cleaning the engine. I tend to think that it's an exaggeration since the oil we all use is the "best" out there and some feel compelled to justify their choices by stating that their oil doesn't turn dark at all (even though it is supposed to).
 
I know any oil that's doing it's job will darken as the miles roll on, But I'm talking Black! I couldn't see the oil stick through it! That's not normal! Plus my engine was getting louder than normal. I'm not an expert. Never have been and never will be, but I have an extensive backgound in Mechanical trades and dealt with a lot of research on different brands and types of oils. I know Amsoil has a good reputation for quality Oil. Never liked the way it's sold, but I've used it. I think Mobil1 is just as good..not second! As is most other Synthetic oils. I'm just concerned when I see oil get this black this quick....just saying!
 
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