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Anonymous Posted on Jul 07, 2013

Can i use rotella oil in a conventional gas motor

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    Johnny Waggoner Sr Feb 19, 2018

    Have run it in my GL1100 and my GL1200 for years.

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You should use a good motorcycle oil. A motorcycle oil has additives that benefit the clutch. I recommend Amsoil 10W40 motorcycle oil for the goldwing for most conditions and I am not a dealer.

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Yes - many people use the Shell Rotella diesel oil in their bikes (as well as automobiles).

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