Motul 300V - 2012 Sukuki DL650 VStrom

[Rosetta]

+1 to try for Motul 300
V

 

[Rosetta]

But compared to M1 is weak in magnesium and strong at boron ...

 

[webfors]

To clarify, you found the Motul to shift better than any of the previous fills, including the Rotella T 15w40?

Have you tried a Suzuki's branded oil?

I do find this engine to have some harsh shifts, especially once warmed up on a good ride.

 

[slomo]

There's more to harsh shifting than oils. Try cleaning, lubing and adjusting your CHAIN. This is where you get notchy shifts from.

1.Take charcoal lighter fluid and a red rag. Wipe the chain and sprockets down surgically.

2.Adjust chain slack per owners manual. Rotate wheel around and check for proper slack again.

3.Mix #2 grease and 80W90 gear oil. Apply to chain with a small brush. Rotate wheel for full coverage.

Better yet, remove the chain from your bike. Place in a metal can with some kerosene or diesel. Soak and brush it clean with a nylon brush. Reinstall and lube the snot out of it.

slomo

 

[DSM8]

Here is another oil report for the same make and model bike just for comparison in case anyone was interested just to share.

Two UOA on the same bike bout 35K apart mileage-wise.