Templar X 250

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Originally Posted by Okierider

Hey silly question-
I’ve lost the service manual for my 172fmm-3a and can’t remember the oil viscosity it called for.
I changed the oil and used some generic Rotella 15w-something and it shifts like garbage. Need to change it again before I ride it.

15W-40 10W-40 is OK too.

I use Shell Rotella T4 15W-40

Shifts smoothly, and it's compatible with the clutch. If it "shifts like garbage" with this oil, it will probably shift like garbage with another brand/viscosity. Maybe your clutch needs adjustment. Believe me, I am NOT the only one that uses this oil.

Others choose a motorcycle specific oil (for the clutch).

Many CG250 owners use T4. Templar 172FMM as well. 1 to 1.1 quart