Which brand of oil do you use?

[Oldscoot]

I own a 2012 People 300i and believe the motor is the same as in the DT.  If I recall correctly the owner's manual calls for 5x50 synthetic.  For a liquid-cooled engine I am wondering why 50 weight would be necessary - but I tend to follow the manual.  Where can I buy this oil in the U.S.?  Any suggestions would be appreciated.       

[JustWantToRide]

Kymco recommends their 5w-50 for all of their bikes (as far as I know).  I use Mobil 1 0w-40 synthetic (available at Wal-Mart, Autozone...).  I don't know of anyone but the Kymco dealer that will sell you 5w-50.

[old geezer]

My Kymco dealer uses 10W40 in every thing they service. I broke my 250 in on Rotella 15W40. They also have a synthetic 5W40 that many people use. Since break in I am using Mobil 1 4T 10W40 synthetic motorcycle oil with good results.

[sissy mary]

Mobile one 15/50 is all I have used for years in all bikes and cars/trucks. Never a break down. All though my trucks head gasket went at 325,000

[fshfindr]

My caddie wants only Mobil-1.  It even says it on the oil fill cap.  So, if it's good enough for the caddie, it's good enough for my bike.

[Cortez]

My caddie wants only Mobil-1.  It even says it on the oil fill cap. 

That's just a paid ad, nothing more.

[ChandlerScoot]

I just did my first oil change yesterday. O'Reilieys has Castrol Syntec 5w50. This is in AZ so not sure what your states have to offer.

[Vivo]

I use Yamalube. Although this is just on a trial basis. So far, so good. I think any good brand will do as long as it meets or exceeds JASO-MB rating. JASO-MA are for wet clutch bikes.

[slugrocket rob]

I use the Honda Pro synthetic / petroleum blend 10w-40. I have about 13,000 miles on my 09 People s200 and she seems very happy with this oil.

[JustWantToRide]

Both Yamalube and the Honda Pro oils are formulated for wet clutch engines which you don't have.  It doesn't make them bad oils - but you are paying extra for a formulation to keep clutch plates from slipping that you don't need.  The dry clutch oil formulas focus more on fuel economy with friction modifiers that can't be used with a wet clutch.  They both provide extremely similar engine protection - and you may not notice a difference in mpg - but why use an oil formulated for something that you don't have?

[slugrocket rob]

I've been getting the Honda oil for my People s200 for two reasons: 1) I live in a small town and don't have much choice byond our Honda dealer. 2) when talking to there tech guy, he told me this is the oil they recomend for there (sintrifical clutch, GY6) scooters (such as the Elite or Metrapolitan). I figure if the Honda dealer is putting Honda Pro in there new scooters, it must be OK. Am I dreaming? I always like to learn more so any info is great! I am enjoying this list!

[roboscoot]

my scooter is dry clutch....so if you use something formulated for wet.....can it do any damage?

[slugrocket rob]

As mentioned above, I have clocked over 12,000 miles using this oil with no problems & As "JustWantToRide" indicated "they both provide extremely similar engine protection". And as I mentioned, this is what Honda uses on there syntrifical (dry) clutch scooters.  I don't think it will cause damage but you (we) may be paying more money than we need to pay. Happy New Year everyone!!

[Vivo]

my scooter is dry clutch....so if you use something formulated for wet.....can it do any damage?

No damage will occur. But if you use scooter oil (dry clutch) for wet clutch, you will have some slippage of the clutch. Scooter specific oil are more slippery than the one for wet clutch bikes. By the way, I just have my oil changed yesterday. Delo Gold

[TANWare]

Royal Purple in the engine and final drive...................