where to find SG/SH oil?

[jeff.arywitz@gmail.com]

The specs for my 2002 R1150RS call for 20w-50 SG/SH oil and specifically not SJ and above. I have diligently searched for oil with this spec and been unable to find it anywhere. Any suggestions?
Alternatively, what's the risk in using SJ and above rated oils?

 

[m_stock10506]

I was using Castrol Go! 4T which is SG/SH API rated. Seems like it isn't around anymore. I switched to Castrol GTX Classic. It is SJ rated but it is promoted as having high Zinc/Phosphorous content.

 

[GTRider]

I was using Castrol Go! 4T which is SG/SH API rated. Seems like it isn't around anymore. I switched to Castrol GTX Classic. It is SJ rated but it is promoted as having high Zinc/Phosphorous content.

Still readily available, I run it in my airheads and usually get it at Oreilly’s, but there are other sources.

https://www.napaonline.com/en/search?text=Castrol%20Go!%2020w-50&referer=v2

Best,
DeVern

 

[GTRider]

Personally, for the OP’s bike my preference would be a synthetic in 20W-50 with decent ZDDP numbers. There are several available, tho not necessarily carrying an SG rating.

https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/c/lucas-oil-products/lucas-synthetic-motorcycle-motor-oil-20w-50-1-quart/luc0/10702

https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/c/1-v-twin/mobil-1-v-twin-synthetic-motorcycle-motor-oil-20w-50-1-quart/mobi/12050

20W50 Motorcycle Oil

Designed for the latest Big-Twin motorcycle engines that specify 20W50 motor oil, including Milwaukee-Eight, Evolution, Twin Cam, and aftermarket engines of similar design

www.redlineoil.com

And, of course, the OP’s BMW dealer $ells an oil that’s $uitable for the R1100/1150 bikes.
There are countless oil threads here in the forum and with a bit of searching the OP should find lots of oil-related discussion to peruse.

Best,
DeVern

 

[collingsbob]

I used an oil marketed for vintage cars in my Vincent - it had the rating and the requisite amount of zinc..

 

[jeff.arywitz@gmail.com]

Some good suggestions! Thanks everybody for your support.
Jeff

 

[m_stock10506]

Still readily available, I run it in my airheads and usually get it at Oreilly’s, but there are other

Thanks! I checked OReillys and you can’t order it, they just say call the store to order. But, NAPA does seem to have it and I can order it online and either pick up at a local store, or they say free delivery if over $35. NAPA is asking over $10 per quart….

When O’Reilly stopped carrying the Go! 4T, I was ordering it from Walmart. Then they stopped offering it. I just figured it wasn’t available anymore. I just checked Walmart now, and they have it available to order. I ordered 6 quarts, with free delivery. Less than $8 per quart.

 

[20774]

Mobil VR-1? Golden Spectro?

Check the oil article in the March 2013 ON.

 

[jandhumphreyme]

Motor Oil | Brad Penn | PennGrade 1® High Performance Motor Oil

penngrade1.com

For what any internet advice is worth, this oil was recommended to me by a high performance engine builder who rebuilt our boat engine several years ago. He recommends this oil be run in all his rental HP (800hp plus) race engines. He liked the higher levels of ZDDP.

 

[20774]

Here's one image from my report in March 2013 regarding ZDDP levels of tested oils:

 

[collingsbob]

Motor Oil | Brad Penn | PennGrade 1® High Performance Motor Oil

penngrade1.com

For what any internet advice is worth, this oil was recommended to me by a high performance engine builder who rebuilt our boat engine several years ago. He recommends this oil be run in all his rental HP (800hp plus) race engines. He liked the higher levels of ZDDP.

I used Brad Penn oil in my ‘53 Vincent for years until it became unavailable here in Manitoba..

 

[kbasa]

Maybe Amazon has what you need? I buy most of my oil there.

 

[PGlaves]

Brad Penn Oil is now named Penn Grade.