MOTORCYCLE TECH TIP
by Jack from Skunk Motorsports

HARD RIDING

If you do hard riding, you need a superior lubricant. Synthetic motorcycle oils
deliver maximum protection, power and performance for all makes of motorcycles.

Superior Wear Protection
Synthetic motorcycle oils are formulated to provide second to none viscosity protection for hot running American and foreign motorcycle engines, transmissions and primary chain cases. Synthetic motorcycle oils are recommended by all major motorcycle manufacturers.

Maximum Transmission Protection
Synthetic motorcycle oils not only provide superior protection for motorcycle engines, they also provide superior gear protection. Viscosity is the most important characteristic of a lubricant. Motorcycle gears create a shearing effect that causes permanent oil viscosity loss. This thinning effect reduces the oils ability to prevent metal-to-metal contact and wear.

Wet Clutch Performance
many motorcycles utilize a clutch that is immersed in the motor oil. The friction modifiers present in many automotive motor oils and the extreme pressure additives present in EP gear lubricants produce a low coefficient of friction between the clutch discs and plates, resulting in clutch slippage and glazing which in turn results in increased temperature and reduced clutch life.

Corrosion Protection
most motor oils fail to address corrosion problems. Corrosion protection during storage and in humid conditions is essential to extending equipment life. Synthetic motorcycle oils are formulated not only to protect against corrosion and acids during operation, but also provide exceptional protection during storage.

Heat Resistance
many conventional oils break down and oxidize when subject to high temperatures, causing formation of carbon and sludge deposits. Synthetic motorcycle oils effectively withstand oil breakdown and oxidation, keeping equipment running cooler and minimizing oil consumption, thickening and emissions.

Wear Protection
The four ball wear test (ASTM D-4172) determines the wear protection properties of a lubricant. Synthetic motorcycle oils produce a significantly smaller wear scar than conventional motor oils, providing unsurpassed protection against engine wear, reducing maintenance cost and extending equipment life.

Cost Effective
Synthetic motorcycle oils are recommended for twice the manufacturer’s recommended drain interval for on-road motorcycles.

Skunk Works Motorsports
202 W. Main St. # 101
Mesa, Az 85201
480-649-2800
www.skunkmotorsports.com