86 250r gear oil

[brddog7683]

I just got the r a little while ago so I'm trying to learn whats best to use for gear oil, but I'm a little confused as to what weight oil to go with. I like the maxima lubricants or is there something better? Can someone guide me to a good synthetic oil to use and what weight to go with..thanks!
If it matters the bike is not stock, some of the mods are pipe,silencer,Reeds,K&N filter,36mm carb, hotrod crank and 30over piston.

[Pete]

I'd run either ATF Type F, or Mobil 1 5w30

[brddog7683]

thanks for the reply

[ceaserthethird]

I use AMSoil 10w40 100% synthetic - $8.99 at Gi Joes

[sako]

i use belray gear saver in most of my bikes, is this ok in the old atc?

also what is the capacity? ('86 250r)

[Fox250R]

hondaline 80w works great for me and its red!

[Pete]

capacity = 1 quart

[crackshot]

Synthetic will make your clutch slip bad. Don't use it.

[Pete]

I have to disagree. I've run Mobil 1 synthetic in my R trannies when I can't find any ATF Type F since 1996. Drag alcohol big bore motors to stock bore trail ride motors, its a great oil and the clutch does not slip. It works great!

[asc180]

ATF will work in these tranny's with no problem??

[TtownJoeShow]

i use mobile1 10W30 and 10% lucas full synthetic and my clutch does not slip

[crackshot]

ATF will work in these tranny's with no problem??

Yep and acutally the best. All tranny fluid is motor oil with a LOT of detergent in it.
It's good stuff.

[asc180]

I will have to remeber that. When I get a motor for the R!!

[Pete]

if you ever have an opportunity to see a car or truck automatic transmission taken apart, you will be very surprised at how much it looks like an ATV wet clutch.

[3WW Star-Yamahondaman]

Good God !!!