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Originally Posted by Citroenjunkie
I finally put on my big boy pants and changed the oil on my bike. The old oil was very dirty but both strainers were clear and there was only the faintest trace of metal on the magnetic plug, so thats all good.
I decided to go with what I know and replaced the oil with Motul 15W 40 full synthetic.
As you all probably know the whole job took about 15 minutes and was ridiculously easy.
The difference in the way the engine is running is unexpected. It has gone very quiet, it is idling more slowly, but smoothly and the clutch has transformed into a thing of joy. Smooth, progressive engagement and easy to find neutral. I can now get the clutch to slip while doing slow manoeuvring and pull-aways are so much better.
Has anyone else noticed a change with different oils?
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I'm jealous just because of the easy neutrals. All three of my Zongs hate neutral after they get hot. I may have to try the Motul.
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