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Royal Purple MaxCycle 20W-50 Motorcycle Motor Oil, Greater Wear Protection, 1 Quart

(67 reviews)
Part # 01316
30 day replacement if defective
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Product Details
Part No. 01316
Warranty Details (30 DAY REPLACEMENT IF DEFECTIVE)
Royal Purple Max-Cycle is specifically formulated to exceed the demands of highly stressed engines and transmissions. It is recommended for use in both air-cooled and liquid-cooled 4-cycle engines and is compatible with wet-clutch transmissions. Formulated with select synthetic base oils and Royal Purples proprietary Synerlec additive technology, Max-Cycle provides improved film strength when compared to the leading synthetic and mineral oil. Its shear stability and oxidation resistance promotes greater performance and protection. Max-Cycle meets or exceeds API requirements and is rated JASO MA2, the highest wet clutch compatibility rating under the JASO Clutch Friction Test.

Product Features:
  • Greater wear protection
  • Cleaner, more efficient engines
  • Superior rust and corrosion protection
  • Cooler operation and less parasitic power loss
  • Wet Clutch compatible
  • Exceeds JASO and API requirements
  • Use in both air cooled and liquid cooled 4 cycle engines
  • Made in USA
Specifications
Container Size:
1 qt

Oil Class:
Motorcycle

Oil Composition:
Synthetic

SAE Oil Weight:
20W-50
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4.45 out of 5
67 Customer Reviews
83% of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Ratings Distribution
5 Stars
43
4 Stars
19
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Star
4
Pros
10
Reduces Wear
9
Improves Vehicle Performance
7
Runs Clean
4
(null)
3
Safe
Cons
41
No
4
(null)
3
None
2
Yes
1
Pricey / Poor Value
Most Liked Positive Review
feild tested for years,and passed
i have used this oil for 4 years.it not only improved performance,but also gas milage.if you are not using this oil in your motorcycle, you are using the wrong brand.
Most Liked Negative Review
f650gs 2006
I switched from 4T and find it works about the same. After I cycled the engine it made the valves a little less noisy. Time will tell if it works over the long haul.
Reviewed by 67 Customers
feild tested for years,and passed
i have used this oil for 4 years.it not only improved performance,but also gas milage.if you are not using this oil in your motorcycle, you are using the wrong brand.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
Good Oil
Changed over to this oil, and found the bike to perform better, shifting was smoother than it ever has been. Seems to do a great job overall.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
only motorcycle oil I use
Verified Buyer -
Great oil for xr70s ,xr80s to gsxr750s and lawn mowers.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
Great Oil
I have been using Valvoline 20W50 on my 94 Virago 1100 since 1995. She still runs like she is brand new even after 60,000 miles. Even in the Texas heat year after year. I have never used anything else on my motorcycles.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
I would buy this product again and agai
Verified Buyer -
none
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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