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Re: are they the same oil,s

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ErikGustav2 wrote: Sat Dec 04, 2021 9:56 pm
Hugh wrote: Wed Oct 13, 2021 9:39 pm Greetings,

Might it be worth getting in touch with Elf for their guidance :idea:

https://services.totalenergies.uk/busin ... rcycle-oil

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Hugh.
It was a long time since I read so much nonsense.

I think that motorcycle oil for bad weather takes first price

MOTO 4 CRUISE 20W50 – Flexible engine protection for 4-stroke engines.
MOTO 4 ROADSTAR 10W40 – Synthetic-based engine oil designed for faster acceleration and smoother ride.
MOTO 4 ROAD 10W40 – Synthetic-based engine lubricant designed for fewer start-up emissions, a more comfortable ride and protection from clutch slippage.
MOTO 4 ROAD 15W50 – A synthetic-based oil for superior motorcycle superior performance in bad weather, featuring anti-slip clutch technology.
MOTO 4 TECH 10W50 – Innovative synthetic lubricant for improved power, efficiency and engine cleanliness.
MOTO 4 MAXI TECH 10W30 – Next-generation synthetic oil that improves fuel economy, protects engines from wear and deposits and controls clutch friction, all while lasting longer.
MOTO 4 TWIN TECH 20W60 – High-tech synthetic lubricant designed for twin engines, ensuring smooth gear changes, engine component cleanliness and performance.
I've worked for various lubricant companies on a consultancy basis. They do actually go to a lot of trouble to tailor oils for different uses.

For example an oil for commuter motorcycles will need good cold-starting/protection properties, a long drain interval and protection against wear in stop-start conditions, plus reduced fuel consumption.

A race oil needs low pumping/churning losses, low friction properties, and a high film strength at extreme pressures and temperatures. A short drain interval is acceptable, as race engines get serviced/checked frequently. Stop-start protection is unimportant.
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Re: are they the same oil,s

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Just an observation, but motor manufacturers sell vehicles all over the world , in Saudi Arabia and in the arctic circle. Vehicles operate under extremes of temperature from -50c in Siberia to +50c in the middle east. We are very lucky in the UK we sit right there in the middle , in winter it's a bit cold , in summer if we are lucky it's a bit warm. Looking at a vehicle manufacturers list of suitable lubricants for different climates, we can run just about any of the lubricants, because we don't experience extremes of temperature. Certainly with cars they go to the scrapyard with engines that run great and shagged bodywork , so its not the lubricant thats killing them . Under the circumstances , if one grade is quite a bit cheaper - maybe go for that. Image taken from a Toyota manual - found online
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