What kind of oil and how much for a yamaha r1?

Question

im tryin to do an oil change on my '99 yamaha r1. what kind of oil does everybody reocommend I put into it? and how many quarts do I need to buy?

Answer 1

The above comments are great if you are even using synthetic. But even if you are using dyno, stay away from the ones that say friction modifiers or any fancy c**p about extra formulated protection, high mileage or the other.

I used Havoline 20W50 on my last oil change. When the weather drops back below about 80 consistently, I'll switch back to 10W40.

Answer 2

LNAF is correct, "friction modifiers" in some synthetics can wreak havoc on your clutch...

I've used rotella on all of my bikes, and have never had an issue....

regular mobil 1 will work well also (not high mileage, not fuel saver)

Answer 3

Just a warning - DON'T use automobile synthetic oil.  Both Mobil1 and Valvoline web site says that.

Mobil1 makes special motorcycle synthetic oil.

Good Luck...