Synthetic 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil

API SG, SL/CF, CG-4 • JASO MA/MA2

• ISO-L-EMA2 • API GL-1
High-Performance Lubricant for Engines and Transmissions
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
AMSOIL Synthetic 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil (MCF) is a pre-
mium oil designed for those who demand the absolute best
lubrication for their motorcycles. AMSOIL MCF is the
result of extensive research, and it is specially formulated
to excel in all areas unique to motorcycles, including high
engine RPM, wet-clutch lubrication, extreme-pressure
regions of gears and rust common to short drives and
storage.
AMSOIL MCF is multi-functional and fulfills the require-
ments of both domestic and foreign motorcycles. It out-
performs other conventional and synthetic motorcycle
oils (see the attached HT/HS and shear stability results).
AMSOIL, the leader in synthetic lubrication, produced
the world’s first API-qualified synthetic motor oil in
1972. Trust the extensive experience of AMSOIL, The
First in Synthetics ,® to do the best job protecting your
motorcycle.
Reduces Friction, Heat and Wear
In high-heat conditions, engine protection is not sacrificed
with AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oil. It has the best
high-temperature film strength (see High-Temperature
Viscosity Protection graph below) of all oils tested and con-
tains a heavy treatment of anti-wear additives to reduce
wear regardless of the operating conditions. AMSOIL
10W-40 Motorcycle Oil is thermally (heat) stable and con-
tains maximum levels of oxidation inhibitor additives. It is
extremely resistant to breakdown and engineered to pre-
vent damaging sludge and carbon deposits for superior
engine cleanliness.
FZG Gear Test
(ASTM D-5182)
Original Machine Passing Stage 13 the AMSOIL A Study of Motorcycle Oils white
Marks
Provides Extreme-
Pressure Quality
Protection for Gears
With AMSOIL Synthetic
Motorcycle Oil, there is no
need for separate trans-
mission lubricants. It is
absolutely shear stable and resists thinning from mechan-
ical activity. AMSOIL Synthetic 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil
performs like a gear lube without the negative effects of
extreme-pressure additives. In the FZG gear test, AMSOIL
MCF achieved a perfect score with a “zero” wear rating
(see photo below).
Delivers Superior Rust Protection
Motorcycles are prone to rust from storage, humidity and
short drives. Rust can cause major damage such as
uncontrolled wear, compression loss and blow-by. Good
rust protection, however, comes by design and is not
natural to engine oils. Unlike many motorcycle oils, AMSOIL
MCF contains special anti-rust agents. It passes the ASTM
D-1748 humidity cabinet rust test and clearly demon-
strates superior rust protection (see photo on reverse).
Provides Excellent Wet-Clutch Performance
AMSOIL Synthetic 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil contains no
friction modifiers and promotes smooth shifting and pos-
itive clutch engagement. AMSOIL MCF controls heat and
prevents slippage and glazing, helping improve clutch life.
AMSOIL Synthetic 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil meets the wet-
clutch frictional requirements of JASO Standard T903:
2006, MA/MA2 and ISO-L-EMA2 of ISO Standard
24254:2007.
For irrefutable proof of the superiority of
AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oils refer to
Total Wear 0 mm paper (G2156).
10W-40 Motorcycle Oil
High-Temperature Viscosity Protection
ASTM D-4683 Test Date August 2008
Higher values reflect better film strength.
4.8

4.6
4.52

4.4
AMSOIL 10W-40 (MCF)
4.29

4.2
4.23

4.20

4.18

4.17

4.14

4.14

Wear
4.10

Failing Stage 13 4.0

4.04

4.00

4.00

Pattern
cP

Total Wear 320 mm

3.91

3.8

3.6
3.53

3.53

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 TYPICAL TECHNICAL PROPERTIES
AMSOIL High Performance Synthetic 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil (MCF)
Kinematic Viscosity @ 100°C, cSt (ASTM D-445) 13.9
Kinematic Viscosity @ 40°C, cSt (ASTM D-445) 93.4
Viscosity Index (ASTM D-2270) 152
Pour Point °C (°F) (ASTM D-97) -46 (-51)
Flash Point °C (°F) (ASTM D-92) 234 (453)
High-Temperature/High-Shear Viscosity
(ASTM D-4683 @ 150°C, 1.0 X 106 s-1), cP 4.5
Four-Ball Wear Test
(ASTM D-4172 @ 40 kgf, 150°C, 1800 rpm, 1 hr), Scar, mm 0.40
FZG (ASTM D-5182), Load Stage Pass (Wear in mm) 13 (0 mm)
NOACK Volatility, % weight loss (g/100g) (ASTM D-5800) 6.44
Foam (ASTM D-892, Sequence I, II & III) 0/0/0
Shear Stability Kurt Orbahn (ASTM D-6278), % viscosity change 120 cycles 0.50
Rust Test - Humidity Cabinet (ASTM D-1748) No Rust, PASS
Total Base Number 11.1

APPLICATIONS Rust Test (ASTM D-1748)

AMSOIL Synthetic 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil is recom-
mended for liquid- or air-cooled four-stroke engines. It AMSOIL 10W-40 (MCF) Castrol RS R4 4T
meets SAE 80W/90, API GL-1 gear oil requirements and
is recommended for transmissions on both four- and
two-stroke motorcycles. AMSOIL MCF is recommended
for Honda ®, Kawasaki ®, Yamaha ®, Suzuki ®, BMW ®,
Husqvarna®, Victory® and other motorcycles where 10W-
40 or 20W-40 engine oils or SAE 80W/90, GL-1 gear oils
are used. Not recommended where an API GL-4 or GL-
5 gear oil is required.
MIXING AMSOIL
AMSOIL Synthetic 10W-40 Motorcycle Oil is compatible
with conventional and synthetic motor oils; however,
mixing oils may shorten the oil life expectancy and reduce
the performance benefits. AMSOIL does not support Results - Viscosity Shear Stability SAE 40 Group 1
extended drain intervals where oils have been mixed. 15
3
2
Aftermarket oil additives are not recommended for 1
1 1 1 AMSOIL MCF
SAE 40
Viscosity - cSt @ 100° C

use with AMSOIL motorcycle oil. 14 4

6
3
2
4 2 2 Polaris Victory
3
4
8
3 Spectro Platinum SX4
7
6 4
Mobil Racing 4T
SERVICE LIFE 13
5
5 5
6 5 Motul 300 V

For on-road use in engines and transmissions, change OUT OF INDICATED VISCOSITY GRADE
12
AMSOIL MCF and AMSOIL Ea Motorcycle Oil Filter at 7
6 Honda HP 4
SAE 30

7
twice the motorcycle manufacturer-recommended change 11 7 Royal Purple Max-Cycle

interval or one year, whichever comes first. Change other 8

8

brand oil filters at standard intervals. 10 8 Lucas High Performance

For off-road use in engines and transmissions, change 9

0 Cycles 15 Cycles 30 Cycles 90 Cycles
AMSOIL MCF at the standard motorcycle manufacturer- SAE 40 Oils Tested in Group #1
recommended change interval. 1 AMSOIL MCF 2 Polaris Victory 3 Spectro Platinum SX4

For racing or in engines modified from the original 4 Mobil Racing 4T 5 Motul 300 V 6 Honda HP 4
factory design, no change interval recommendation is 7 Royal Purple Max-Cycle 8 Lucas High Performance
made. Oil changes are at the owner’s discretion.

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