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Old 06-11-2012, 10:30 PM
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I have only used Victory oil in my Hammer, but have noticed that it is kind of foamy at times. Is this normal or should I have concerns?
It's normal BJ, as a matter of fact you can also use it as a tasty topping for Jello Salad, etc. I've heard that Victory oil, whose formula is a closely-guarded secret, is at least part lutefisk oil so there are several other Norwegian dishes it compliments wonderfully. Not bad as a pre-shave lubricant either. Of course only us Hammer riders get the oil hot enough to take advantage of the beneficial foaming properties. Can Amsoil give you that "Victory Edge"? Only in their dreams.

So, if your culinary prowess as well as your engine's primary protection mean anything to you and your family , stick with the finest, the original, the one-and-only Victory Oil, endorsed by Rachael Ray and Emeril Lagasse for use in the finest kitchens and by Al Unser, Jr. for use on the track.
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Old 06-12-2012, 08:18 AM
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Of course only us Hammer riders get the oil hot enough to take advantage of the beneficial foaming properties.
What? The only thing that is HOT is the air inside of you!!!!
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Old 06-12-2012, 10:00 AM
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What? The only thing that is HOT is the air inside of you!!!!
Paul, isn't this the view of a Hammer that you usually see?
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Old 06-12-2012, 10:16 AM
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Paul, isn't this the view of a Hammer that you usually see?
That JUST what it looks like But mom, Larry started it.
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Old 06-12-2012, 12:18 PM
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Sparky, nobody likes being behind a Hammer 'cause of the rock spray, please leave my posterior out of it. This is what my riding buddies think of your comment.

Now boys, behave
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Old 06-13-2012, 03:03 PM
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nobody likes being behind a Hammer 'cause of the rock spray,
They don't call them chuckers for nothing

Thanks Larry
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Old 06-13-2012, 03:12 PM
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LMAO you guys are too funny. I love it
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Old 06-18-2013, 03:29 PM
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One thing I haven't seen mentioned about Amsoil is there is a specific Amsoil for wet clutches. In fact, it even states on the container it is for Victory. I get it at Fleet Farm in St. Cloud but it's not really much cheaper than the Victory kit. I ride about 5-6k per winter in Florida and it seems to shift better as the ambient temps go up. I've used Amsoil in my 'Wings and had no problems. I do see the common sense perspective that if it's not a big improvement and not a big cost difference why switch?
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Old 06-18-2013, 04:17 PM
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Bruce, welcome aboard and I believe you answered your own question, Victory makes it easy, use their kit. When I sold Amsoil in the 1960s there wasn't much competition so it made sense and was the only real syn choice. Now you can drive yourself batty choosing oils. If using Amsoil use their drop-down selector for you bike and stick with it. If an engine failure happens using factory approved oil you can get mad at them and bitch to everyone, if it happens with your choice, well......

The Amsoil Warranty only covers failed equipment if it can be proven that Amsoil was defective and that the oil's defect caused the failure. Good luck. You must also prove that you strictly adhered to all of the manufacturer's recommendations, intervals, etc. Not much solace in that.

I use Rotella T6 in many applications and it's cheap, I use Mobil 1 in others. I only use Victory oil in Victory, there's not enough evidence, performance increases or savings for me to switch. I also will not extend my oil changes beyond 3k no matter what claims are made.
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Old 10-03-2013, 06:03 PM
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To prevent clutch sliping from oil stay with one oil. Quit trying diffrent oils
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Old 06-09-2014, 03:48 PM
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Against my own advice I decided to give Rotella T6 synthetic a try since I keep several gallons on hand and don't have a warranty to consider. Several Victory riders on other sites have posted how they like it. I use it in other applications with success as well.

Not in the Touring Cruiser. After 350 miles I switched back to Vic oil. The valve train was very loud and had an annoying whine since I first put it in. The clutch was beginning to develop a choppy engagement in all gears. I switched back and the noises disappeared as well as the clutch issue. Victory does have a special sauce in their oil, from my experience anyway. I guess I'll use the 6 qts of little-used T6 on salads for a while, or maybe it has high SPF properties and I can rub it on. Sure smells nice.
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Old 07-20-2014, 09:11 AM
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Oil

Well, this will be my first oil change on my Vic at 5K miles next week. 5K in month and half year in Minnesota, not bad for a first summer. I will be using the Amisol 20/50 and I will let you know if I see or notice any difference between the Vic oil the dealer used at the 500 mile change and what I use now. If weather holds out might just have another 5K this summer.

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Old 03-13-2015, 08:48 AM
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Just to add another bump to this thread...

It appears that Amsoil has created their secret sauce for specific Victory and Indian applications.
http://www.amsoil.com/shop/by-produc...?code=MVIQT-EA

It's even called out on the bottle with a picture of a Vic V-Twin.

Use at your own risk - I am not advocating for this, and will not be using it, but I know there are some Amsoil fans so thought I would pass it along.
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Old 03-14-2015, 08:16 AM
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Who doesn't like a good oil thread......even when we're down to 1.5 posts per year!

Let's also talk about oil filters.

Here is a copy of recommended alternative oil filters for the Vic.

I have used the Bosch 3323 and the Honda motorcycle filter that is listed under "not recommended ".

But the Honda filter IS a motorcycle filter.
Weird?

Anyway, I'm changing the oil today.....gotta check the stock on hand...probably Vic oil.
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Old 03-14-2015, 08:24 AM
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This might help!
[5]These Oil Filtersno.
have 20 x 1.5mm threads,no.
14 psi by-pass valve,no.
anti-drain back valve,no.
2.3" O.D. gasketno.
2.5" to 3.5" long.no.
If you have the room, I recommend the longer filters.

Motorcycle Filters.
None are recommended.

AC Delco PF2135AMSOil SMF103Carquest 85358AC Delco PF2135FRAM PH6017AHonda 15410-MCJ-000K&N KN-204, about $13. Metric nut on end for easy removal.NAPA Gold 1358Purolator ML16817. Imported, not made by Purolator.STP SMO 17WIX 51358Recommended filters.no.
All have superiorno.
filtering.no.

About 2.5 inches long.Purolator Pure One PL14612, about $6.Mobil M1-108, about $12.
Made by Champion.Bosch 3300, about $6.
Made by Champion.Wal-Mart SuperTech ST6607
Made by Champion.
About 3.25 inches long.Purolator Pure One PL14610, about $6.Mobil 1 M1-110, about $10.
Made by Champion.Bosch 3323, about $6.
Made By Champion.WalMart SuperTech ST7317,
about $2. Made by Champion.Automobile Filters,no.
about 2.5 inches long.AC Delco PF1237Baldwin B1400Firestone TF2876Hastings LF113NAPA Gold 1365Purolator L14612STP S-02876WalMart SuperTech ST6607WIX 51365Automobile Filters,no.
about 3.25 inches long.AC Delco PF-2057Auto Pro 2356Autopride CF240APBaldwin B1402Carquest 85356Carquest Red B4620Casite CF240Castrol 7317Champion Labs Ph2867Defense Filters Dl7317Deutsch D-370Federated Filters LF240FFram Double Guard DG7317Fram PH7317Automobile Filters,no.
about 3.25 inches long.Fram Tough Guard TG7317Fram Xtra Guard XG7317Group 7 V4610Group 7 V4620Hastings LF240Mighty M4612Millard ML-3593Motorcraft Long Life FL-821Napa FIL1356Napa Gold 1356Parts Plus PH2867Pennzoil PZ-109Penske 7317Powerflo SL14610Powerflo SL14620Pro Gauge PGO-4620Pro Tec 164Promotive PH4610Pronto PO3593APurolator L14610Service Champ OF-4622Shell SH48Shell SH529Stp S-02867.Valvoline VO50Warner PH2867Wix 51356
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