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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
AMSOIL Synthetic 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil (MCF) is a premium oil
designed for those who demand the absolute best lubrication for
their motorcycles. AMSOIL MCF is the result of extensive
research, and it is specially formulated to excel in all areas
unique to motorcycles, including high engine RPM, wet clutch
lubrication, extreme pressure regions of gears and rust common to
short drives and storage.
AMSOIL MCF is multi-functional and fulfills the
requirements of both domestic and foreign motorcycles. It
outperforms other conventional and synthetic motorcycle oils.
AMSOIL, the leader in synthetic lubrication,
produced the world’s first API qualified synthetic motor
oil in 1972. Trust the extensive experience of AMSOIL The First
in Synthetics® to do the best job protecting your
motorcycle.
Reduces Friction, Heat and Wear
In high heat conditions, engine protection is not sacrificed with
AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oil. It has the best high temperature
film strength (see High Temperature Viscosity Protection graph
below) of all oils tested and contains a heavy treatment of
anti-wear additives to reduce wear regardless of the operating
conditions (see Wear Comparison graph at right). AMSOIL 10W-40
Motorcycle Oil is thermally (heat) stable and contains maximum
levels of oxidation inhibitor additives. It is extremely
resistant to breakdown and engineered to prevent damaging sludge
and carbon deposits for superior engine cleanliness.
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10W-40 Motorcycle Oil
High Temperature Viscosity Protection Higher values
reflect better film strength
ASTM Test Method D-4683 March 16, 2005
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10W-40 Motorcycle Oil
Wear Comparison
ASTM Test Method D-4172 March 16, 2005
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Provides Extreme Pressure Quality Protection
for Gears
With AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oil, there is no need for
separate transmission lubricants. It is absolutely shear stable
and will not thin out from mechanical activity. AMSOIL MCF
performs like a gear lube without the negative effects of extreme
pressure additives. In the FZG gear test, AMSOIL MCF achieved a
perfect score with a “zero” wear rating (see photo
below).
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FZG Gear Test (ASTM D-5182)
AMSOIL 10W-40 (MCF)
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FZG Gear Test (ASTM D-5182)
Motul 300 V 10W-40
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Delivers Superior Rust Protection
Motorcycles are prone to rust from storage, humidity and short
drives. Rust can cause major damage such as uncontrolled wear,
compression loss and blow-by. Good rust protection, however,
comes by design and is not natural to engine oils. Unlike many
motorcycle oils, AMSOIL MCF contains special anti-rust agents. It
passes the ASTM D-1748 humidity cabinet rust test and clearly
demonstrates superior rust protection (see photos below).
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Rust Test ASTM D-1748
AMSOIL 10W-40 (MCF)
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Rust Test ASTM D-1748
Castrol GPS 10W-40
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Provides Excellent Wet Clutch Performance
AMSOIL Synthetic 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil contains no friction
modifiers and promotes smooth shifting and positive clutch
engagement. AMSOIL MCF controls heat and prevents slippage and
glazing, helping improve clutch life. AMSOIL Synthetic 10W-40
Motorcycle Oil meets the wet clutch frictional requirements of
JASO Standard T903: 2006, MA/MA2 and ISO-L-EMA2 of ISO Standard
24254:2007.
For irrefutable proof of the superiority of
AMSOIL Synthetic Motor Oils refer to the AMSOIL A Study of
Motorcycle Oils white paper (G2156).
APPLICATIONS
AMSOIL Synthetic 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil is recommended for liquid
or air-cooled 4-stroke engines. It meets SAE 80W/90, API GL-1
gear oil requirements and is recommended for transmissions on
both 4- and 2-stroke motorcycles. AMSOIL MCF is recommended for
Honda®, Kawasaki®, Yamaha®, Suzuki®, BMW®,
Husqvarna®, Victory® and other motorcycles where 10W-40
or 20W-40 engine oils or SAE 80W/90, GL-1 gear oils are used. Not
recommended where an API GL-4 or GL-5 gear oil is required.
MIXING AMSOIL
AMSOIL Synthetic 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil is compatible with
conventional and synthetic motor oils;
however, mixing oils may shorten the oil life expectancy and
reduce the performance benefits. AMSOIL does not support extended
drain intervals where oils have been mixed.
Aftermarket oil additives are not recommended
for use with AMSOIL motorcycle oil.
SERVICE LIFE
For “on-road” use in engines and transmissions,
change AMSOIL MCF and AMSOIL engine oil filter at twice the
motorcycle manufacturer change interval or one year, whichever
comes first. Change other brand oil filters at standard
intervals.
For “off-road” use in engines and
transmissions, change AMSOIL MCF at the standard motorcycle
manufacturer change interval.
For racing or in engines modified from the
original factory design, no change interval recommendation is
made. Oil changes are at the owner’s discretion.
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TYPICAL TECHNICAL PROPERTIES
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SAE 10W-40 Synthetic Motorcycle Oil(MCF)
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Kinematic Viscosity @ 100°C, cSt (ASTM
D-445)
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13.9 |
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Kinematic Viscosity @ 40°C, cSt (ASTM
D-445)
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93.4 |
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Viscosity Index (ASTM D-2270)
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152 |
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Pour Point °C (°F) (ASTM D-97)
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-46 (-51) |
| Flash Point °C (°F) (ASTM D-92) |
234 (453) |
| High Temperature/High Shear Viscosity @
150°C , 1.0 x 106 s-1 (ASTM D 4683),
cP |
4.5 |
| Four Ball Wear Test (ASTM D-4172 @ 40 kgf,
150°C, 1800 rpm, 1 hour), Scar in mm |
0.40 |
| FZG (ASTM D-5182), Load State Pass (Wear in
mm) |
13 (0 mm) |
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Noack Volatility, % weight loss (g/100g) (ASTM
D-5800)
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6.44 |
| Foam (ASTM D-892, Sequence I, II &
III |
0/0/0 |
| Shear Stability Kurt Orbahn (ASTM D-6278), %
viscosity change 120 cycles |
0.50 |
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Rust Test - Humidity Cabinet (ASTM D-1748)
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No Rust, PASS |
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Total Base Number
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11.1 |
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