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AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oilsdeliver maximum protection,

power and performance for all makes of motorcycles.

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AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oils are formulatedwith premium synthetic base stocks and high-performance additive technology that providesuperior multi-functional benefits for the specialrequirements of motorcycle applications. Testsprove these independent and exclusiveAMSOIL formulations provide second-to-none viscosity protection for hot-runningAmerican and foreign motorcycle engines,transmissions and primary chaincases. (SeeShear Viscosity Charts below.)

AMSOIL 20W-50 Synthetic MotorcycleOil (MCV) is recommended for Harley-Davidson, Buell, KTM, Ducati, BMW, Apriliaand Triumph motorcycles calling for a 15W-50 or 20W-50 viscosity, providingsuperior protection in engines, transmissionsand primary chaincases.

AMSOIL 10W-40 Synthetic Motorcycle Oil(MCF) is recommended for Honda, Kawasaki,Yamaha, Suzuki, Victory, BMW and Husqvarna motor-cycles calling for a 10W-40 or 20W-40 viscosity, pro-viding superior protection in engines and transmissions.

AMSOIL 10W-40 Synthetic Motorcycle Oil is also anexceptional product for any two-cycle motorcycle trans-missions requiring a 10W-40 lubricant.

AMSOIL 10W-30 Synthetic Motorcycle Oil (MCT) isrecommended for Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki andKawasaki motorcycles and scooters, providing supe-rior protection in engines and transmissions.

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AMSOIL Synthetic 20W-50, 10W-40and 10W-30 Motorcycle OilsSuperior Wear Protection for Motorcycles.

MAXIMUM TRANSMISSION PROTECTIONAMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oils not only providesuperior protection for motorcycle engines, they alsoprovide superior gear protection, meeting API GL-1and SAE 80 (MCT), SAE 80W-90 (MCF) and SAE 90(MCV) gear lube requirements.

Viscosity is the most important characteristic of alubricant. Motorcycle gears create a shearing effect thatcauses permanent oil viscosity loss. This thinning effect

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reduces the oil’s ability to prevent metal-to-metal con-tact and wear. AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oilsexhibit absolute shear stability as measured by theindustry-recognized Kurt Orbahn shear stability test(ASTM D-6278). They provide superior protection com-pared to competitive oils and eliminate the need forseparate gearbox or chaincase oils.

EXCELLENT WET-CLUTCH PERFORMANCEMany motorcycles use a clutch that is immersed in themotor oil. The friction modifiers present in many auto-motive motor oils and the extreme-pressure additivespresent in EP gear lubricants produce a low coefficientof friction between the clutch discs and plates, result-ing in clutch slippage and glazing. Slippage leads toincreased operating temperatures and reduced clutchlife. AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oils are formulatedwithout friction modifiers, providing positive clutchengagement, longer equipment life and reduced temperatures. AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oils meetthe clutch compatibility requirements mandated byJASO MA/MA2 and ISO standard ISO-L-EMA2.

EXCELLENT CORROSION PROTECTIONMost motorcycles spend the majority of their liveseither parked or in storage, but most motorcycle oils failto address corrosion problems. Corrosion protectionduring storage and in humid conditions is essential toextending equipment life. AMSOIL Synthetic Motor-cycle Oils are formulated with specialized additive tech-nology that not only protects against corrosion andacids during operation, but also provides exceptionalprotection during storage. The ASTM D-1748 Rust Testmeasures a lubricant’s ability to protect against rustand corrosion. A standard metal reference coupon is

immersed in the test oil before being placed in a humid-ity cabinet for 24 hours at 120° F. As seen in the photos,the reference coupon treated with AMSOIL 20W-50Synthetic Motorcycle Oil showed no signs of rust andcorrosion, while the competitor failed the test.

OUTSTANDING HEAT RESISTANCEMotorcycles operate in demanding, high-heat condi-tions that require robust high-temperature deposit con-trol additives. While many conventional oils breakdown and oxidize when faced with high temperatures,causing formation of carbon and sludge deposits,AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oils effectively with-stand oil breakdown and oxidation, keeping equipmentrunning cooler and minimizing oil consumption, thick-ening and emissions. Air-cooled engines get especiallyhot while idling in traffic, commonly reaching tem-peratures of 270° F or higher. The extra margin of pro-tection provided by AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oilsis especially important for hot-running, air-cooledmotorcycle engines.

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SUPERIOR FOAM CONTROLHigh engine speeds and transmission gears in motorcycles churn the oil, suspending air andcausing foam. When this oil and air mixture is drawn into a loaded area, the air compressesand decreases the thickness of the oil film, compromising wear protection. In addition, sus-pended air promotes oil oxidation, reducing its service life. The Foam Tendency Test(ASTM D-892) is divided into three sequences. In each sequence, air is bubbled through theoil for five minutes and the foam generated is measured in millimeters immediately followingthe test. At the end of the sequence, the oil is allowed to settle for 10 minutes and the remain-ing foam is measured again. The photos at right show AMSOIL 20W-50 and Lucas High Per-formance Motorcycle Oils before one sequence of the Foam Tendency Test and five minutesafter completion of that sequence. AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oils provide outstandingfoam control and are formulated with anti-foam agents that allow for quick air release. Theyprovide long-term lubricating protection in high-speed, high-RPM conditions.

EXCELLENT WEAR PROTECTIONAMSOIL Motorcycle Oils are formulated with robust anti-wear additive packages to provide superior wear protec-tion and longer equipment life. They are designed to withstand the hard-pounding, high-revving environment foundinside motorcycle engines. AMSOIL Motorcycle Oils provide dependable protection for virtually all motorcycles.

COST EFFECTIVEAMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oils provide excellent cost-effectiveness and are cost competitive with competing high-end motorcycle oils. The premium protection and performance provided by AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oils is excel-lent insurance for today’s expensive motorcycles and custom bikes.

AMSOIL Synthetic MotorcycleOils are recommended for twice themanufacturer’s recommended draininterval for on-road motorcycles.

AMSOIL PRODUCTS FORALL HARLEY-DAVIDSONAPPLICATIONSAMSOIL 20W-50 Advanced Synthetic Motorcycle Oil provides superior pro-tection and performance for new and recent models of Harley-Davidsonbikes, but older engine generations require a different oil. AMSOIL provides

gear lube and motor oils for all Harley-Davidson models.

AMSOIL SAE 60 SYNTHETIC SUPER HEAVYWEIGHT RACING OILAMSOIL SAE 60 Synthetic Super Heavy Weight Racing Oil’s (AHR)high-viscosity formulation makes it very well-suited for use inHarley-Davidson motorcycles that require a heavier fluid. It resiststhe thinning effects of fuel dilution and provides excellent wear pro-tection, friction reduction and maximum power. AMSOIL SAE 60Synthetic Super Heavy Weight Racing Oil is highly resistant tothermal degradation and oxidation.

AMSOIL SEVERE GEAR® SYNTHETICEP GEAR LUBESAMSOIL Severe Gear® Synthetic EP Gear Lubes (SVG,SVT, SVO) are specifically engineered for high-demand applications. Their superior lube “filmstrength” combined with extra additives protectsgears and bearings from scoring and wear. Theyresist high heat and possess excellent cold-flow prop-erties. AMSOIL Severe Gear Synthetic EP Gear Lubesoutperform conventional gear lubes. First: AMSOIL preferred recommendation

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AMSOIL SYNTHETIC MOTORCYCLE OILS• Excellent for roller bearings and do not cause “skate” or “float” in V-Twin Engines• Formulated to prevent foaming in high-RPM engines• Eliminate the need for multiple lubricants• Absolute shear stability maintains protective viscosity in high-heat, high-shear conditions• Better performance and price than competitive motorcycle oils• Recommended for twice the manufacturer’s recommended drain interval for on-road motorcycles• Provide exceptional protection against rust and corrosion during storage• Robust anti-wear additive packages provide superior wear protection and longer equipment life


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Today’s high-stress, high-revving, two-cycle motorcy-cle engines demand superior lubrication for optimal per-formance. Two-cycle engines in motorcycles arefrequently pushed to severe operating conditions andabuse, which results in high engine temperatures anddirty operating conditions.

AMSOIL Synthetic 2-Cycle Oils are formulated toprovide maximum protection and performance in two-cycle gasoline engines. AMSOIL Synthetic 2-Cycle Oilscontrol engine operating temperatures, increase poweroutput and keep engines cleaner than petroleum oils.They are designed to provide maximum oxidation pro-tection, excellent anti-corrosive characteristics andimproved operation in low temperatures.

RESIST THERMAL BREAKDOWN FROM HEATAMSOIL Synthetic 2-Cycle Oils resist oil breakdowncaused by heat to help prevent the formation of varnishand carbon deposits. AMSOIL Synthetic 2-Cycle Oilsalso control engine temperatures to inhibit power-robbing thermal expansion in hard-driven engines.This protection reduces maintenance costs and helpsengines last longer.

RESIST HIGH-TEMPERATURE DEPOSITSAMSOIL Synthetic 2-Cycle Oils promote clean burning.They inhibit the formation of varnish, carbon or depositresidues. Spark plug fouling and excessive carbonbuildup on piston domes, exhaust ports and valving arevirtually eliminated. Rings remain free for excellentcompression and combustion.

REDUCE WEAR THROUGHOUT THE ENGINEAMSOIL Synthetic 2-Cycle Oils protect pistons andrings from wear caused by metal-to-metal contact underthe hottest loaded conditions. The lubricity propertiesin AMSOIL Synthetic 2-Cycle Oils provide a durablefilm that reduces friction and protects moving partsagainst wear.

REDUCE SMOKE, ODOR AND EMISSIONSAMSOIL Synthetic 2-Cycle Oils burn clean, minimizingsmoke, odor and emissions.

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AMSOIL MOTORCYCLE OIL WHITE PAPERIn 2006, AMSOIL released the most comprehensive study of motorcycle oils ever produced and theindustry reacted. AMSOIL released an updated version of this no-frills study in 2009 to helpconsumers make informed decisions when selecting motorcycle oils. See how 28 top-sellingmotorcycle oils compare in the most critical areas of motorcycle oil performance. There is no hype,no sales pitch, just facts.

See for yourself how the full range of the most popular motorcycle oilsstands up to the hot-running, hard-pounding, high-RPM conditions ofmotorcycle applications. This complete battery of tests includes wearprotection, rust protection, oxidation stability and more . . .

A STUDY OF MOTORCYCLE OILS WHITE PAPERDownload a free copy at www.amsoil.com

Even though AMSOIL 2-Cycle Oils have beenoptimized for specific applications, they are multi-func-tional and recommended for use in many areas. Theratings for each oil’s performance abilities per applicationare as follows:Excellent: The primary recommendation for the oil. The oil is specificallydesigned for the operating conditions of the motors in these markets.There is only one “Excellent” recommendation per category.

Very Good: A main recommendation for the oil. Identifies an oil that isvery good for the operating conditions of these motors.

Good: A secondary recommendation for an oil. The oil was not specifi-cally designed for these applications. However, the chemistry in the oilis suited to the operating conditions of these motors.

Racing: Excellent for racing or modified motors. Very good for recreational use.

AMSOIL DOMINATOR Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil (TDR) is excellentfor motorcycle racing applications. It is very good forrecreational use.

AMSOIL INTERCEPTOR Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil (AIT) is excel-lent for two-cycle motorcycle applications.

AMSOIL Saber Professional Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil (ATP)is very good for pre-mix only two-cycle motorcycleapplications.

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AMSOIL ENGINE FOGGING OILTwo- and four-stroke motorcycles are com-monly operated seasonally or infrequently,then stored for long periods of time. Duringthese periods of inactivity, and as a result offluctuations in ambient temperatures, watervapor can form condensation within theengine, eventually becoming surface corro-sion on cylinder liners, piston rings, anti-fric-tion bearings and steel/iron contact surfaceson rotational seals.

AMSOIL Engine Fogging Oil (FOG) offerssuperior film retention, providing long-termprotection against corrosion and dry starts,extending engine life and reducing operatingexpenses. Its aerosol spray formulation offerseasy and clean application, while reachingmore components and offering better dis-tribution than straight motor oil.

AMSOIL Engine Fogging Oil applicationsinclude, but are not limited to, motorcycles, snowmo-biles, ATVs, outboard motors, stern drive and inboardmarine engines, personal watercraft, lawn equipment,cars, trucks and much more.

AMSOIL GASOLINE STABILIZERIt is difficult to drain all of the fuel from equipment

before storage, and doing so would exposethe system to other problems, includingthe formation of rust and corrosion on thebare metal in the tank and fuel system andthe drying and cracking of gaskets andseals. Some fuels are pre-treated with oxi-dation inhibitors that allow them to bestored for short periods without forming

excessive deposits, while other fuels haveno inhibitors at all.

AMSOIL Gasoline Stabilizer (AST)reduces the oxidation process thatoccurs when fuel is stored for extendedperiods. It is formulated to prevent theformation of varnish and sludge whichcan clog injectors, stick floats and causepoor engine performance. AMSOILGasoline Stabilizer is ideal for stored

seasonal equipment such as motorcycles,snowmobiles, lawnmowers and boats. The treat rate isone ounce with every 2.5 gallons of fuel. One bottletreats 40 gallons.

AMSOIL Fogging Oil and Gasoline Stabilizer

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EA MOTORCYCLE AIR FILTERSThe filtration media in Ea Motorcycle Air Filters (EaAM)is pleated and has epoxy-coated wire on the faceand back of the media for additional strength andstiffness. High-quality plastisol pottingcompounds bond the pleat packs tothe plastic or aluminum side plates.The S&S-style round filters are manu-factured with high-quality plastisolthat bonds the media to the wire back-ing and sealing area.

SUPERIOR FILTRATIONThe synthetic nanofiber media fea-tured in AMSOIL Ea Motorcycle Air Fil-ters has sub-micron diameters and small inter-fiberspaces, resulting in more contaminants beingcaptured on the surface of the media and lower restric-tion. Cellulose, wetted gauze and foam filters are largerand have larger spaces between the media that causecontaminants to load in the depth of the filter, result-ing in airflow path plugging, higher restriction andlower capacity.

CLEANABLE FOR LONG SERVICE LIFEAMSOIL Ea Motorcycle Air Filters are cleanable, pro-viding excellent protection and long service life.AMSOIL Ea Motorcycle Air Filters should be cleanedevery year or according to operating conditions. Oper-ation in extremely dusty or dirty environments mayrequire more frequent cleaning. Ea Motorcycle AirFilters should be changed every four years.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONSAMSOIL Ea Motorcycle Air Filters are cleaned in thesame manner as AMSOIL Ea Air Filters for cars andlight trucks: with a vacuum or shop air.

To clean with a vacuum, place the filter on a flat sur-face and carefully vacuum the filter media on the dirtyside where the incoming airflow enters the filter. Usinga vacuum with too much suction may damage the filter.

To clean with shop air, hold the filter with onehand and carefully blow the filter media at a 45-degreeangle on the clean side of the filter using low-pressure(15 to 20 psi) shop air. Using too much air pressure willdamage the filter media.


SUPERIOR ALTERNATIVEAMSOIL provides Ea Motorcycle Air Filtersfor Harley-Davidson, Honda and virtuallyall other domestic and metric applica-tions, plus specialty filters for S&S car-buretors and air cleaner housings, BaronBig Air Intakes, Screamin’ Eagle andmany more.

EA MOTORCYCLE OIL FILTERSEa Motorcycle Oil Filters (EaOM) feature aspecially- constructed silicone anti-drain-

back valve and a nitrile sealing gasket to goalong with the full-synthetic Ea nanofiber

media. The anti-drainback valve providesexcellent protection during startup and remains flexi-ble in all temperatures, and the nitrile sealing gasketresists chemical breakdown, providing excellent dura-bility and ensuring long filter life.

SUPERIOR FILTRATIONThe unique construction and full-synthetic media ofAMSOIL Ea Motorcycle Oil Filters allow them to provideoutstanding performance in motorcycles and other pow-ersports equipment. EaOM Filters are designed to lastlonger, stop smaller dirt particles and offer less restrictionthan other filters. Ea Motorcycle Oil Filters provide filteringefficiency of 98.7 percent at 15 microns, outperformingthe best cellulose/synthetic blend media on the market.For maximum protection, AMSOIL recommends chang-ing Ea Motorcycle Oil Filters at every oil change.

SUPERIOR ALTERNATIVE, MULTIPLE APPLICATIONSAMSOIL Ea Motorcycle Oil Filters provide excellentprotection for motorcycles, ATVs, four-stroke personalwatercraft, four-stroke snowmobiles and four-strokeoutboards. AMSOIL currently provides Ea Motorcycle OilFilters for the most popular powersports applications,many of which are chrome plated. Application infor-

mation can be found in theonline powersports lookup at

www.amsoil.com or in thePowersports Application Guide(G2135).

AMSOIL Ea Motorcycle Filters

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Motorcycle Accessory Products

POWER FOAM (APF)Improves starting, fuelefficiency and overallengine performance.Cleans dirty intake systems and spark plugs, frees stickyvalves. Also removesgum, varnish andcarbon deposits fromengine exterior surfaces.

SERIES 2000 RACING GREASE(GRG)Ultimate protectionfor hard-driven, high-performance motorcy-cles. Dramaticallyreduces friction andwear for improved performance.

MIRACLE WASHWATERLESS WASHAND POLISH (AMW)Unique dry car washand polish delivers out-standing performancewith quick, easy andeconomical applica-tions. No water required.

Incredibly easy to use: simplyapply, use a clean terry cloth towelto spread Miracle Wash and wipeclean with a second terry clothtowel. No scratching, no scraping.It’s a miracle.

SERIES 2000OCTANE BOOST (AOB)Maximizes power,reduces engine knockand improves ignitionand engine response.Helps fuel burn cleanerand removes carbondeposits.

HEAVY DUTYMETALPROTECTOR (AMH)A heavy-duty spraylubricant fortifiedwith special rust andcorrosion inhibitors.MPHD penetrates andadheres to metalsurfaces, leavinga long-lasting protec-tive coating. Ideal formotorcycle, bicycleand ATV chains.

SHOCK THERAPYSUSPENSION FLUID (STL, STM)Formulated for fade-freedampening andsmooth rebounds inracing and recre-ational applica-tions. Controlsfriction and heat,reduces wear, scuff-ing, frictionalenergy loss andheat buildup andprevents fade moreeffectively thanconventional sus-pension fluids. Idealfor both front forks and shocks.Available in two viscosity grades.

MP METAL PROTECTOR (AMP)Disperses water andprotects metal sur-faces from rust andcorrosion. Penetratesexisting rust buildupand dries wet electri-cal systems.

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