Gary,
I think everyone has been seeing the "best" oil debates for a long
time .. and there are plenty of SG rated oils out there. I don't think
anyone will argue with the cold start benefits of a synthetic oil. I
suspect this "declaration" is as typical as you would see from any oil
manufacturer. I doubt that there is any evidence to prove that this
oil "produces faster acceleration through all gears" or "superior
transfer of power through the clutch" than any other oil of comparable
viscosity ... (hopefully the FTC will ask them for substantiated
research data as soon as a complaint is filed by a potential consumer
or competitor). There are also several "studies" out on the web that
reveal what specific brands of oil maintained their viscosity after
some extended usage, (everything looked fine for the first 800 miles).
I am sticking my neck out here because everyone has already agreed to
leave this sort of thing alone ... as it simply stirs passionate
responses from myself and many others ... and to no good end. If you
have had great success or extreme confidence in your choice of
lubricants then by all means post ... however .. repeated posts or
solicitations are irritating and simply cause more hate and contempt
than normal.
I am glad you are using Castrol GMXPK or whatever it is ... I want to
thank you for soliciting a response directly from the manufacturer and
posting their Vmax specific reply .. I am sure many people appreciate
the effort. However ... who on earth is "Van Leeuwen Enterprises" ??
If I was a vendor of this product and a "Castrol" marketing
representative responded to a general inquiry ... AND terminated the
response with a suggestion to patronize only two dealers, (Performance
USA and Van Lewd Enterprises), I think I would be more than a little
upset ... infact I would probably contact my Castrol Account Executive
and complain ... while I canceled any pending orders. Did Mr. Baldwin
respond with a title ?? Is he an AE, a territory manager, VP of the
company ?? It would be nice to be able to refer to the man's title
when asking their national Sales GM why anyone would respond in this
manner ... I don't think I would purchase a product from a company who
allow anyone in their employee to respond to a public inquiry without
affixing their title.
campbell #95
----- Original Message -----
From: "Gary Schroeder" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Best Oil Debate
> Well,
>
> I've read all the debate, decided to make an inquiry
> to Castrol, specifically, what was their best oil to run
> in a Max. I have just put on my kevlar body suit and
> helmet. Castrol's response below:
>
> Thank you for contacting Castrol regarding R4 Superbike
> Full Synthetic 5W-40. We appreciate your patience.
>
> As the worldwide leader in synthetic lubricants, Castrol is
> able to take advantage of considerable resources and
> research regarding the development of our motorcycle
> oils.Castrol's synthetic motorcycle oils have some very
> tangible benefits for motorcycle riders.
>
> Where 4 stroke machines are concerned, Castrol's superior
> lubricity produces faster acceleration through all gears, and
> the fast-flow characteristics mean rapid-oil circulation during
> the critical warm-up phase. Additionally, Castrol's synthetic
> motorcycle oil helps maximize the transfer of power (torque)
> through the clutch, improving overall performance and
> throttle response.
>
> Castrol R4 Superbike SAE 5W-40 releases additional
> horsepower and acceleration, exceeds API SG, JASO MA
> and is suitable for all makes of motorcycle four-stroke
> engines, running on leaded or unleaded fuel including all
> high performance multicyclinder, multi-valve, V-twin air or
> water-cooled sports or race replica models.
>
> Castrol Motorcycle Oils are available through authorized
> motorcycle shops/dealerships. May we reference
> www.proformanceusa.com and Van Leeuwen Enterprises,
> 800-461-1226 for ordering/availability.
>
> Your continued interest and patronage are valued.
> Lee W. Baldwin
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