Oil Recommendation

Discussion in 'Technical Help' started by nigel Bessant, Feb 19, 2015.

  1. nigel Bessant

    nigel Bessant Member

    Sep 26, 2014
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    Evening All,

    What 10w40 synthetic oil can anyone recommend for my t509 please?

    Cheers
    Nigel
     
  2. stevethegoolie

    stevethegoolie Elite Member

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    As long as it's a dedicated motorcycle oil ... take your pick. Just make sure that it's not for cars as this will cause the clutch to slip (allegedly). I've used all sorts in my Daytona 955i and the Trident 900 with no problems. Daytona has now gone to pastures new, but the Trident got some of Halfords 5w/40 (not for the first time!) when I laid it up for winter (5 litres for less than the price of 4 litres of many others!). I have heard that mixing brands is not to be recommended, but people tell me owt ... and I believe them!! :(
     
  3. Richard H

    Richard H Noble Member

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    The Triumph recommendation for their new bikes is Castrol Power 1. As previously said don't use car engine oil as it can cause clutch slip problems.
     
  4. nigel Bessant

    nigel Bessant Member

    Sep 26, 2014
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    I went for the Silkolene Super 4 and K&N filter combo from M&P for £30.99 delivered.

    Thanks for advice chaps.

    Nigel
     
  5. stevethegoolie

    stevethegoolie Elite Member

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    Nowt wrong with those!! :) All good!
     
  6. nigel Bessant

    nigel Bessant Member

    Sep 26, 2014
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    "Nowt"......Steve, I love that word and as a southern softie, I have stolen it and use it daily and I don't care! :)
     
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  7. thebiglad

    thebiglad Old fart, still riding !

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    That's very honest of you Nigel - must be some Northern blood in you somewhere along the way :D:D
     
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  8. stevethegoolie

    stevethegoolie Elite Member

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    You are very welcome, Nigel, though it may cost you a pint should our paths ever cross!! :eek::D

    You see, it is true ... there's good in everyone!! :D
     
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