Lifan Lycan Oil Change

DukeThe3Pawd · 08-31-2024, 08:36 AM

Hello, this is my second post on the forum.

I’ve been lurking around for a week now, and I’m happy to get involved with everyone.

I’m an owner of a Lifan Lycan 250, and I’m about to process her first oil change.

I’m hoping for some more clarity on the type of oil to use; the manual states 15w-40 sj. Do I need to use conventional oil or synthetic? I haven’t found a synthetic option yet. Advance only carries Diesel conventional oil 15w-40; can I use that on a gasoline motorcycle?

I found a compatible oil filter for an xvs 250 as I have read on here is the referenced motorcycle to the Lycan. It’s a K&N filter KN-145, located https://www.knfilters.com/kn-145-oil-filter

I’m mostly looking for guidance on how to acquire a suitable oil for the Lycan any recommendations?

Thanks

Davidmk123 · 08-31-2024, 10:31 AM

you can use Rotella synthetic

culcune · 08-31-2024, 10:45 AM

I would suggest you contact American Lifan directly and ask them. The dual sports have used Rotella 15-40 with great success for many years, but the Lycan might be a bit more finicky. However, it is a similar engine to the Yamaha, so whatever the Yamaha used should be compatible.

https://www.americanlifan.com/

08-31-2024, 08:36 AM	#1
DukeThe3Pawd Join Date: Aug 2024 Posts: 2	Lifan Lycan Oil Change Hello, this is my second post on the forum. I’ve been lurking around for a week now, and I’m happy to get involved with everyone. I’m an owner of a Lifan Lycan 250, and I’m about to process her first oil change. I’m hoping for some more clarity on the type of oil to use; the manual states 15w-40 sj. Do I need to use conventional oil or synthetic? I haven’t found a synthetic option yet. Advance only carries Diesel conventional oil 15w-40; can I use that on a gasoline motorcycle? I found a compatible oil filter for an xvs 250 as I have read on here is the referenced motorcycle to the Lycan. It’s a K&N filter KN-145, located https://www.knfilters.com/kn-145-oil-filter I’m mostly looking for guidance on how to acquire a suitable oil for the Lycan any recommendations? Thanks
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08-31-2024, 10:45 AM	#3
culcune Join Date: May 2006 Location: Yuma, Arizona Posts: 9,056	I would suggest you contact American Lifan directly and ask them. The dual sports have used Rotella 15-40 with great success for many years, but the Lycan might be a bit more finicky. However, it is a similar engine to the Yamaha, so whatever the Yamaha used should be compatible. https://www.americanlifan.com/ __________________ "They say that life's a carousel, spinning fast you got to ride it well..." TGB Delivery Scooter 150 TMEC 200 Enduro--carcass is sadly rotting in the backyard
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08-31-2024, 10:31 AM	#2
Davidmk123 Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Tampa FL Posts: 18	you can use Rotella synthetic
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