millerj0545
New member
I'm sure it's been asked before, but what oil should I be using in my new 2019 K1600GT that won't bankrupt me like the BMW oil?
Penzoil 5W40 EU?
Penzoil 5W40 EU?
Follow along with the video below to see how to install our site as a web app on your home screen.
Note: This feature may not be available in some browsers.
If 5w-40 is the correct weight Castrol Power1 4T meets the specs.
$53 for a 6 pack.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B008MIS...olid=3HTAG12ESS9U8&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
I'm sure it's been asked before, but what oil should I be using in my new 2019 K1600GT that won't bankrupt me like the BMW oil?
Penzoil 5W40 EU?
I use Shell Rotella T6 5W40, $22 for 4 quarts full synthetic and has the JASO rating. ...
If 5w-40 is the correct weight Castrol Power1 4T meets the specs.
$45 for a 6 pack.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B008MIS...olid=3HTAG12ESS9U8&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
Before you all use Rotella T6 in your K1600's engines, please call Shell technical support and ask them if their Rotella T6 contains Moly?
Last time I checked (2 years ago) I was told that there was some Moly in the additives they use in their T6.
Since BMW mentions not to use any engine oil that contains Moly, I'll stick with their recommendations.
Robert
If you check the box for the 20% discount it's $40.18 for a 6 pack now.
To begin, I am not a wealthy BMW owner. I collect a salary of just shy of $75K and no rich uncle, nor connections with a BMW dealer or shop to give me a super discount. However, This from my Cousin who is the Technical Editor for the BMW Car Club of America. To paraphrase:"Unless you are an engineer or an expert, always use BMW recommended parts and lubricants. If you do your vehicle will always work right and the parts will always fit right" We are not talking about a 1980s Kawasaki that you just dragged out of your friend's uncles basement. You bought a motorcycle that is the Rolls Royce of motorcycles and it would be well to provide it with Rolls Royce parts and fluids. Best, 3hawks.
Advice that is off the mark. There are many oils that will work as well as an oil with a BMW Rondel glued on it, and at far less cost. BMW is kind enough to tell you how to find these many other acceptable oils in the Owner’s Manual in the section labeled “Specifications”. Use an oil that meets the specifications and it will be near impossible to go wrong, BMW Rondel or not.
Ooh, an oil thread. Love me some oil threads.