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AMSOIL Recommended Oils
For Harley Davidson Motorcycles
PRODUCT
DESCRIPTION
AMSOIL Synthetic 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil (MCF) is a premium oil
designed for those who demand the absolute best lubrication for
their motorcycles. AMSOIL MCF is the
result of extensive research, and it is specially formulated to
excel in all areas unique to motorcycles, including high engine RPM,
wet clutch lubrication, extreme pressure regions of gears and rust
common to short drives and storage.
AMSOIL MCF is multi-functional and fulfills the
requirements of both domestic and foreign motorcycles. It
outperforms other conventional and synthetic motorcycle oils.
AMSOIL, the leader in synthetic lubrication, produced the world’s
first API qualified synthetic motor oil in 1972. Trust the extensive
experience of AMSOIL The First in Synthetics® to do the best job
protecting your motorcycle.
Reduces Friction,
Heat and Wear
In high heat conditions, engine protection is not sacrificed with
AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oil. It has the best high temperature
film strength (see High Temperature Viscosity Protection graph
below) of all oils tested and contains a heavy treatment of
anti-wear additives to reduce wear regardless of the operating
conditions (see Wear Comparison graph at right). AMSOIL MCF is
thermally (heat) stable and contains maximum levels of oxidation
inhibitor additives. It is extremely resistant to breakdown and
engineered to prevent damaging sludge and carbon deposits for
superior engine cleanliness.
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10W-40 Motorcycle Oil
High Temperature Viscosity Protection
Higher values reflect better film strength
ASTM Test Method D-4683 March 16, 2005
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10W-40 Motorcycle Oil
Wear Comparison
ASTM Test Method D-4683 March 16, 2005
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Provides Extreme
Pressure Quality Protection for Gears
With AMSOIL MCF, there is no need for separate transmission
lubricants. It is absolutely shear stable and will not thin out from
mechanical activity. AMSOIL MCF performs like a gear lube without
the negative effects of extreme pressure additives. In the FZG gear
test, AMSOIL MCF achieved a perfect score with a “zero” wear rating
(see photos below).
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FZG Gear Test (ASTM D-5182)
AMSOIL 10W-40 (MCF)
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FZG Gear Test (ASTM D-5182)
Motul 300 V 10W-40
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Delivers Superior
Rust Protection
Motorcycles are prone to rust from storage, humidity and short
drives. Rust can cause major damage such as uncontrolled wear,
compression loss and blow-by. Good rust protection, however, comes
by design and is not natural to engine oils. Unlike many motorcycle
oils, AMSOIL MCF contains special anti-rust agents. It passes the
ASTM D-1748 humidity cabinet rust test and clearly demonstrates
superior rust protection (see photos below).

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Rust Test ASTM D-1748
AMSOIL 10W-40 (MCF)
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Rust Test ASTM D-1748
Castrol GPS 10W-40
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Provides Excellent
Wet Clutch Performance
AMSOIL MCF contains no friction modifiers and promotes smooth
shifting and positive clutch engagement. AMSOIL MCF controls heat
and prevents slippage and glazing, and its high TBN resists acids
that can degrade clutch material, helping improve clutch life.
APPLICATIONS
AMSOIL Synthetic 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil is recommended for liquid or
air-cooled 4-stroke engines. It meets SAE 80W/90, API GL-1 gear oil
requirements and is recommended for transmissions on both 4- and
2-stroke motorcycles. AMSOIL MCF is recommended for Honda®,
Kawasaki®, Yamaha®, Suzuki®, BMW®, Husqvarna®, KTM® and other
motorcycles where 10W-40 or 20W-40 engine oils or SAE 80W/90, GL-1
gear oils are used. Not recommended for shaft drive hypoid gears or
where an API GL-4 or GL-5 gear oil is required.
MIXING AMSOIL
AMSOIL Synthetic 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil is compatible with
conventional and synthetic motor oils; however, mixing oils may
shorten the oil life expectancy and reduce the performance benefits.
AMSOIL does not support extended drain intervals where oils have
been mixed. Aftermarket oil additives are not recommended for use
with AMSOIL motorcycle oil.
SERVICE LIFE
For “on road” use in engines and transmissions, change AMSOIL
MCF and AMSOIL engine oil filter at twice the motorcycle
manufacturer change interval or one year, whichever comes first.
Change other brand oil filters at standard intervals.
For “off road” use in engines and transmissions,
change AMSOIL MCF at the standard motorcycle manufacturer change
interval.
For racing or in engines modified from the original
factory design, no change interval recommendation is made. Oil
changes are at the owner’s discretion.
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TYPICAL
TECHNICAL PROPERTIES |
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SAE
10W-40 Synthetic Motorcycle Oil
(MCF) |
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Kinematic Viscosity @ 100°C, cSt (ASTM D-445) |
13.9 |
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Kinematic Viscosity @ 40°C, cSt (ASTM D-445) |
93.36 |
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Viscosity Index (ASTM D-2270) |
152 |
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CCS Viscosity (ASTM D2602)
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6794 @ -25°C |
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Pour Point °C (°F) (ASTM
D-97) |
-46 (-51) |
| Flash Point °C (°F) (ASTM D-92) |
234 (453) |
| High Temperature/High Shear Viscosity @
150°C , 1.0 x 106 s-1 (ASTM D 4683),
cP |
4.52 |
| Four Ball Wear Test (ASTM D-4172 @ 40 kgf,
150°C, 1800 rpm, 1 hour), Scar in mm |
0.40 |
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Noack Volatility, % weight
loss (g/100g) (ASTM D-5800) |
6.44 |
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Total Base Number |
11 |
| Foam (ASTM D-892, Sequence I, II & III
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0/0/0 |
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