How often do you change your Mobil 1 ? - Suzuki Volusia Forums : Intruder Volusia and Boulevard Forum

pingzing2 · 11-19-2012, 08:19 AM

Mobil 1 users, how often do you change your Mobil 1? I switched to Mobil1 from Rotella. Love how the Mobil1 cleans the engine. But, at 2K, the oil is quite dark. I use K&N filters. Rotella stayed clearer a lot longer.

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I know Mobil 1 is cleaning the engine because the first time I used it the oil was darn near black at 1,500. I used seafoam and, the oil turned black. I changed the oil and filter immediately. Now, the oil gets darker than I'm comfortable with at 3K.

Thanks for your help !

Skrapiron · 11-19-2012, 08:58 AM

I don't believe it matters what type of oil you put in the crankcase. You're supposed to change it at the manufacturer specified interval, which is 3,500 miles. The oil does double duty as engine lubricant as well as transmission lubricant. The shearing forces exerted on the oil by the gear clusters will make any oil break down.

peprice · 11-19-2012, 10:51 AM

I change mine every 1500 miles, Mobile 1 & k n filter , safe than sorry, on my custom with an S&S motor in it , i change it every 1000 miles.

472viper · 11-19-2012, 11:07 AM

I change oil (dino) and the oil almost immeadiatly changes color.

I change oil by the miles not the color.

Jendesigner · 11-19-2012, 11:13 AM

If I went by color change I would never be riding but just changing oil

It turns dark pretty fast. I use Rotella T6 in both bikes, I throw in some seafoam right before change to clean it out some. Usually around 3-3500, depending if I'm taking a long trip, always change right before trips no matter mileage.

steveg · 11-19-2012, 12:54 PM

for some reason it seems that mobile 1 turns dark much quicker than other oils. i don't worry about the color and change the bmw at 6,000 mile intervals per the OEM.

porshe boxsters use Mobile 1 with a 15,000 mile interval

mdhyre · 11-19-2012, 04:59 PM

I wouldn't worry about it. Mobil 1 is good oil and holds up great in water cooled engines. I run it 5-6K in my C50 and 10k+ in my car.

Hi-Vis · 11-19-2012, 07:09 PM

Why would Suzuki or any other engine manufacturer place information in an owners manual that would be detrimental to engine life?

My last oil (mobile 1 v/twin 20w50) change ran for 4500 miles. The last 900 of those miles was a trip to the Smokys.

Oil analysis showed TBN to still be good. Only thing in question was a little extra aluminum. My blackstone lab letter stated the aluminum was due to the young engine still breaking in. Only had 8500 at that time. Blackstone lab said to "go 5500 miles on next oil change". My engine used NO OIL!

All these guys that say, "My oil is dark", "I just feel better knowing" or "safe than sorry" ect. are wasting good money. Guys, the oil we run nowadays is 10 times better than it was 20-30 years ago.
Hoe many people older than 40 remember seeing an engine smoking on the highway? Nowadays I might see 2 engines smoking per month.
Unless your oil has the consistency of paste and without doing an oil anaylsis, early oil changes are worthless.
Maybe the oil recycle companies appreciate all the "good oil" they recieve.

Flame suit ON.

Againstallodds · 11-21-2012, 01:38 AM

I agree with hi Vis that small oil change intervals are unnecessary but i have noticed the comfort deteriorates the more miles you put and the sound keeps increasing slowly. People who prefer comfort, less noise from the engine and can afford to oil change will still continue to follow small intervals. I have noticed it in cars as well. New oil, car is quieter. Time to change, not so quiet

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cactusjack · 11-21-2012, 10:11 AM

I change mine at 5000 miles, per HD factory specs.

11-19-2012, 08:19 AM	#1 (permalink)
pingzing2 VR Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: North Georgia USA Posts: 74 Thanks: 53 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts	How often do you change your Mobil 1 ? Mobil 1 users, how often do you change your Mobil 1? I switched to Mobil1 from Rotella. Love how the Mobil1 cleans the engine. But, at 2K, the oil is quite dark. I use K&N filters. Rotella stayed clearer a lot longer. PS I know Mobil 1 is cleaning the engine because the first time I used it the oil was darn near black at 1,500. I used seafoam and, the oil turned black. I changed the oil and filter immediately. Now, the oil gets darker than I'm comfortable with at 3K. Thanks for your help ! __________________ Because 2 wheels and a motor are a life long addiction ! 2003 Volusia 63,000 Miles OEM Large Windshield, Lightbar Cobra Floorboards, Heal/Toe Shifter, Highway Bar LC 1500 Sissy Bar & Luggage Rack Mustang Tour Seats River Road Windshield Bag Vista Cruise, BackOFF Barnett Clutch Kit Galfer Braided Steel Brake Line Vol Tours: 2004-12 Key West 2003-6 Daytona Beach 2003 Mexico Beach, Tampa 2004 Amelia Island 2006 Blueridge Pkwy 2006,13 Chicago 2012 Dallas 2006 Nomad 1600

11-19-2012, 08:58 AM	#2 (permalink)
Skrapiron Senior VR Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Pittsburgh, Pa Posts: 11,584 Thanks: 223 Thanked 792 Times in 562 Posts	I don't believe it matters what type of oil you put in the crankcase. You're supposed to change it at the manufacturer specified interval, which is 3,500 miles. The oil does double duty as engine lubricant as well as transmission lubricant. The shearing forces exerted on the oil by the gear clusters will make any oil break down. __________________ - 2005 Boulevard C50 - 7-2008 to 5-2012 - 2012 Vulcan 900 - 5-2012 to Present Any idiot can run a marathon. It takes a special sort of idiot to run an ultra-marathon!

11-19-2012, 11:07 AM	#4 (permalink)
472viper Senior VR Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: So. Dak. Sioux Falls Posts: 23,701 Thanks: 747 Thanked 1,497 Times in 1,186 Posts	I change oil (dino) and the oil almost immeadiatly changes color. I change oil by the miles not the color. __________________ 2006 M50/C50/109fender/ SE 50 wheels and HD bags 2007 1600 Kawasaki ClassicSOLD 2008 FLHX Street Glide 105th Anniversary #1387 USAF 1973-1977 SoDak ANG 1977-2010 Run my fingers across the bars of his cage and make the little monkey dance

11-19-2012, 11:13 AM	#5 (permalink)
Jendesigner Senior VR Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: IL, Western 'burbs Chicago Posts: 5,771 Thanks: 5 Thanked 479 Times in 415 Posts	If I went by color change I would never be riding but just changing oil It turns dark pretty fast. I use Rotella T6 in both bikes, I throw in some seafoam right before change to clean it out some. Usually around 3-3500, depending if I'm taking a long trip, always change right before trips no matter mileage. __________________ Jen / "All leather, no lace" 2000 Nomad 1500 \| 2003 Volusia Bike Pics: http://www.volusiariders.com/members...ndesigner.html

11-19-2012, 12:54 PM	#6 (permalink)
steveg Senior VR Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Allison Park, PA Posts: 3,276 Thanks: 8 Thanked 20 Times in 18 Posts	for some reason it seems that mobile 1 turns dark much quicker than other oils. i don't worry about the color and change the bmw at 6,000 mile intervals per the OEM. porshe boxsters use Mobile 1 with a 15,000 mile interval __________________ Think about it...if the shortcut was easier, it would not be called a shortcut...it would just be "the way". 1996 Suzuki GS500E (Sold) 2001 Suzuki SV650 (Sold) 2003 Suzuki Volusia (Sold) 2007 Yamaha Royal Star Venture (Sold) 2004 BMW R1150R Rockster

11-19-2012, 10:51 AM	#3 (permalink)
peprice VR Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Columbia, MO Posts: 209 Thanks: 21 Thanked 26 Times in 24 Posts	I change mine every 1500 miles, Mobile 1 & k n filter , safe than sorry, on my custom with an S&S motor in it , i change it every 1000 miles.

11-19-2012, 04:59 PM	#7 (permalink)
mdhyre VR Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Atlanta Area Posts: 85 Thanks: 10 Thanked 9 Times in 4 Posts	I wouldn't worry about it. Mobil 1 is good oil and holds up great in water cooled engines. I run it 5-6K in my C50 and 10k+ in my car.

11-19-2012, 07:09 PM	#8 (permalink)
Hi-Vis Senior VR Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Auburn Alabama Posts: 2,159 Thanks: 161 Thanked 296 Times in 267 Posts	Why would Suzuki or any other engine manufacturer place information in an owners manual that would be detrimental to engine life? My last oil (mobile 1 v/twin 20w50) change ran for 4500 miles. The last 900 of those miles was a trip to the Smokys. Oil analysis showed TBN to still be good. Only thing in question was a little extra aluminum. My blackstone lab letter stated the aluminum was due to the young engine still breaking in. Only had 8500 at that time. Blackstone lab said to "go 5500 miles on next oil change". My engine used NO OIL! All these guys that say, "My oil is dark", "I just feel better knowing" or "safe than sorry" ect. are wasting good money. Guys, the oil we run nowadays is 10 times better than it was 20-30 years ago. Hoe many people older than 40 remember seeing an engine smoking on the highway? Nowadays I might see 2 engines smoking per month. Unless your oil has the consistency of paste and without doing an oil anaylsis, early oil changes are worthless. Maybe the oil recycle companies appreciate all the "good oil" they recieve. Flame suit ON. __________________ Special Edition 2009 C50 Green/White . 13600 miles. Loaded up and then some! 2006 Honda Big-Ruckus 250 scooter. ~Rare~ If an old man is Laughing at you for no reason, you might want to take a mental inventory because you might have lost something. ATGATT Sweat, not blood.

11-21-2012, 10:11 AM	#10 (permalink)
cactusjack Senior VR Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: AZ, Chandler Posts: 4,032 Thanks: 1 Thanked 53 Times in 40 Posts	I change mine at 5000 miles, per HD factory specs. __________________ -"CJ" '05 C50T (03/07-09/07) '07 1600 UltraNomad (09/07-03/11) '11 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited (04/11-?) 103"/ABS If you ain't gliding, you ain't riding!

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