According to the Amsoil sites, Harley Type E oil is 10 wt .
What viscosity is Harley Type E fork oil?
Harley-Davidson Type B is the equivalent viscosity to Bel-Ray High Performance Fork Oil 15W and the Harley-Davidson Type E is the equivalent to Bel-Ray High Performance Fork Oil 20W . Thanks for using Bel-Ray Performance Products.
What weight fork oil should I use?
Most suspension fluids that are lighter than 5wt are designed specifically to be used in a shock. Fork oils heavier than 5wt get too thin when they get hot. Stick with 5wt fork oil.
What weight is Harley Fork oil Type B?
HD has, however, confirmed that type B ( 0-10W ) fork oil is lighter than Type E (5-20).
What is Type E hydraulic fork oil?
AFAIK, type E fork oil is 5w . It is what comes stock, and stock bikes call for 5w fork oil.
What can I use for fork oil?
Peanut Butter , and in some cases jelly............. Many motorcycle supply shops also sell fork oil if you’re having a hard time finding some. Massage oil is the real secret! After all you do want to keep the insides working good and what better way then to have massage oil working it.
What color is Harley fork oil?
If you use a designated fork oil (say, PJ1 Brand), it will look like oil, brownish in color, but clear... To add to that, Bel-Ray fork oil is light green .
Does fork oil go bad?
it’s.... Yes I’ve been using the same open quart of fork oil for almost 10 years. As long as it’s not contaminated, it’s fine to use .
Does fork oil weight matter?
Fork oil viscosity matters
The fluid’s viscosity (often thought of as its thickness) influences how fast or slow the oil flows through the shock valves. If you prefer quick rebounds, use a lighter fluid. If you like slower rebounds, use a heavier fluid.
Does fork oil brand matter?
Yes , fork oil matters.
What weight is Harley Screamin Eagle Fork oil?
Screamin’ Eagle® Performance Fork Oil – A heavier oil ( 15wt ) provides extra damping in performance application.
What is fork oil in bike?
Fork oil is a lubricant that is used inside the tubes of conventional front forks on a motorcycle . Each motorcycle brand has its own specifications for the grade of oil to be used in a particular model, as well as the amount. Each leg of the fork needs to have the oil changed or replaced periodically.
Is Maxima Fork oil synthetic?
Maxima Fork Fluid Standard Synthetic Blend with Lubricinol – 5wt Maxima Fork Oils are formulated from the highest quality base oils and advanced additives to prevent foaming, seal hardening, oxidation and stiction.
How much oil does a Harley fork take?
Replace the plugs and fill the forks through the top caps with an approved fork oil. The capacity varies by model but for most Softails and Dynas this amount is about 9 to 10 oz. If using Harley brand fork oil then type “B” or “E” is recommended depending on the model.
