Oil, I know this has been covered but please humor me.

[kviper]

A manufacturer can not "not warranty" a vehicle if you use a different brand oil. It is against the law. As long as the oil used met the minimum requirements. As kviper said there is nothing wrong with Yamalube, but Amsoil is one of the most trusted names in the business so why not pay less for more. If Yamalube was cheaper or closer i would probably buy it... Actually i run 0w-30 full synthetic so Yamalube is out for me...

I have heard that they can't deny warranty and I have also heard argument's. Not worth it to me!

 

[Teamblue4]

Yamalube for me in all 4 sleds.

 

[Daranello]

Yamalube 0w30 semi syn....

 

[yamaha1973]

Yamalube 0w30 semi syn....

Me too

 

[Irv]

A manufacturer can not "not warranty" a vehicle if you use a different brand oil. It is against the law. As long as the oil used met the minimum requirements. As kviper said there is nothing wrong with Yamalube, but Amsoil is one of the most trusted names in the business so why not pay less for more. If Yamalube was cheaper or closer i would probably buy it... Actually i run 0w-30 full synthetic so Yamalube is out for me...

I have heard that they can't deny warranty and I have also heard argument's. Not worth it to me!

They want you to believe your warranty will be null and void but this simply isn't true!
As long as the oil you're using meets the specs and requirements then they cannot deny a warranty claim. (Google it)

Lots of info on bistog.com about Yamalube.
If you don't mind paying triple the price for a less than stellar oil, then carry on as it makes no difference to me, but for those who do care, just type in yamalube uoa in the search section and see for yourself.

Last info I am going to post.
Cheers

http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums/ub ... ost2049316

 

[stevewithOCD]

Well said Irv. Again, I have no problems with Yamalube, but in MY situation I pay less for better closer. That's why my opinion was "whatever is easiest". If I didn't have an Amsoil dealer down the street then my vote would be Mobil 0w-30 @ K-mart.

 

[mcamzr]

Is there a reason why not a lot of you use the 0w40?

 

[stevieu1]

my dealer sells yamalube for $8/qt,never had a prob,no reason to switch.I'll stick with it.

 

[09nytro]

Amsoil for me

 

[Sasquatch]

Is there a reason why not a lot of you use the 0w40?

Easier starting in cold temps! Quicker oil pressure to bearings in cold temps! Not as thin when the motor is hot! Works for me.

Amsoil 0-40!

 

[Sled Dog]

Is there a reason why not a lot of you use the 0w40?

Easier starting in cold temps! Quicker oil pressure to bearings in cold temps! Not as thin when the motor is hot! Works for me.

Amsoil 0-40!

Yes sir good stuff and good reasons for using it.

 

[sx7001]

I will vote for Yamalube full synthetic if price was no object, but at $20/qt, I don't buy it as I feel Yamaha is overcharging us for it.

I personally use AMSOIL full synthetic.

Yamaha is not overcharging, your dealer is!! I pay $14.95 a liter for Yamalube full syn here.

 

[darv]

You guys need to understand that Yamaha puts a msrp on the price on parts I know of a lot of dealer who will add 20 o/o to that price but with the net they are getting caught . When I worked for a floor plan company I seen this all the time with oil an other fast moving parts. So it is best always to shop around an find a dealer who thing long term not short term.

 

[Nick1945]

my dealer sells yamalube for $8/qt,never had a prob,no reason to switch.I'll stick with it.

I get mine by the 12 quart case, and it's a little over $6.00 a quart, never had any problems.

 

[upei93]

SAE 0W-30:
Castrol SYNTEC 0W-30 European Formula is engineered to meet the Mercedes Benz 229.5 specification. The 0W-30 viscosity grade is ideal for winter conditions where low temperature pumpability is required. A unique, low-temperature formulation provides exceptional pumpability in cold weather and allows for unaided engine starts down to -40°F. Exceeds all car and light truck manufacturer's warranty requirements for the protection of gasoline, diesel and turbocharged engines where API SL, SJ, SH, CF or CD is recommended. Exceeds European ACEA: A3, B3, B4; VW 502 00, 505 00, 503 01; MB 229.1, 229.3, 229.5; BMW LL-01; GM-LL-A-025, GM-LL-B-025 and the engine protection requirements of ILSAC GF-3 for API Certified Gasoline Engine Oils.

Has no Energy Conserving Standards...less then $10 a litre Canadian at Wally World.