I am in Ohio, where currently it is frigid and cold, and am wondering what some of you think about:
Spark Plugs
What is the current number(s), Brand(s) that are most recommended for reliability for spark plugs?
Do people use/recommend various heat ranges? If so, under what circumstances do I use which one?
Oil
Also what oils are most recommended?
Is is OK to switch completely to synthetic.
I just got back into the BMW family, and way back when (late 70's, early 80's) on the /5 bikes, the consensus opinion was to avoid any synthetics, but I suspect their apprehensions were unfounded simply because synthetics were new on the scene.
However, now, with the latest advances in synthetic technology I would guess that some have tried and now swear by some form of synthetic oil. What brand/viscosity?
BTW, I have read the oil report, and found it not very helpful. I suspect that some of you have some valued experiential knowledge.
What do you suggest for both of these questions?
Spark Plugs
What is the current number(s), Brand(s) that are most recommended for reliability for spark plugs?
Do people use/recommend various heat ranges? If so, under what circumstances do I use which one?
Oil
Also what oils are most recommended?
Is is OK to switch completely to synthetic.
I just got back into the BMW family, and way back when (late 70's, early 80's) on the /5 bikes, the consensus opinion was to avoid any synthetics, but I suspect their apprehensions were unfounded simply because synthetics were new on the scene.
However, now, with the latest advances in synthetic technology I would guess that some have tried and now swear by some form of synthetic oil. What brand/viscosity?
BTW, I have read the oil report, and found it not very helpful. I suspect that some of you have some valued experiential knowledge.
What do you suggest for both of these questions?