AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oils Beat Competition Test

AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oils provide outstanding protection and performance for today’s high stress motorcycle engines, and the AMSOIL “A Study of Motorcycle Oils” white paper (G2156) has served as an effective tool for AMSOIL Dealers in their efforts to help customers make educated decisions regarding which lubricant is best suited to provide the best possible protection for their motorcycle investments. AMSOIL once again subjected AMSOIL Synthetic 10W-40 and 20W-50 Motorcycle Oils and a wide range of competitors to the same battery of tests and once again, AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oils came out on top. The updated white paper is now available for download or purchase.

The testing used to evaluate the lubricants was done in accordance with American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) procedures. Test methodology is indicated for all data points, allowing for duplication and verification by any analytical laboratory capable of conducting ASTM tests. A notarized affidavit certifying compliance with ASTM methodology and the accuracy of the test results is included in the appendix of the document.

The test results of 15 different SAE 40 motorcycle oils are compared with each other, while the test results of 17 different SAE 50 motorcycle oils are compared with each other. Each oil was subjected to 12 tests:

1) The initial Viscosity Test (ASTM D-445) measures the initial SAE viscosity of lubricants to ensure the SAE grades indicated by the manufacturers are representative of the actual SAE grades of the oils.

2) The Viscosity Index Test (ASTM D-2270) measures the degree of viscosity change that occurs when lubricants are subjected to temperature changes.

3) The Viscosity Shear Stability Test (ASTM D-6278) determines the viscosity change that occurs with lubricants when subjected to shear forces.

4) The High-Temperature/High-Shear Stability Test (ASTM D-5481) measures the viscosity of lubricants when subjected to both high temperatures and shearing forces.

5) Zinc Concentration (ppm, ICP) measures the quantity of the anti-wear additive zinc dithiophosphate (ZDP) within lubricants.

6) The Four-Ball Wear Test (ASTM D-4172) determines the wear protection properties of lubricants in case of metal-to-metal contact.

7) The FZG Gear Performance Test (ASTM D-5182) measures the ability of lubricants to protect transmission gears against scuffing (adhesive wear).

8) The TFOUT Oxidation Stability Test (ASTM D-4742) measures the oxidation stability of lubricants in the face of fuel, metal catalysts, water, oxygen and heat.

9) The NOACK Volatility Test (ASTM D-5800) measures the ability of lubricants to resist volatilization (evaporation) in high-temperature service.

10) The TBN Acid Neutralization and Engine Cleanliness Test (ASTM D-2896) measures the acid-neutralizing abilities of lubricants by determining the level of acid required to neutralize their alkaline properties.

11) The Foaming Tendency Test (ASTM D-892) measures the ability of the anti-foam additives within lubricants to control foaming.

12) The Humidity Cabinet Rust Test (ASTM D-1748) measures the ability of lubricants to protect against rust formation.

To complete the comparison, the prices of all tested lubricants are also included.

At the conclusion of all testing, each oil was assigned a score for each test result, with the top performing oil assigned a one, the second best performing oil assigned a two, etc. Because a quality motorcycle oil must perform well in many different areas, results in all categories were added together to produce an overall total for each oil. The oil with the lowest total is the highest overall performer. As in the past, AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oils clearly emerged as the top performing oils in each group.

With nearly seven million motorcycles registered in the United States, and an increasing number of new customers buying motorcycle every year, the AMSOIL Motorcycle Oil White Paper is a valuable tool for motorcycle owners and reviewing the results will leave no doubt which motorcycle oils provide the best protection for expensive motorcycle investments.

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Premium AMSOIL Synthetic Motor Oils offer the longest drain intervals on the market, unsurpassed protection and performance that effectively extends equipment life and improved fuel economy, saving customers money at the pump and reducing the nation’s dependence on foreign oil.

"AMSOIL INC. warrants that the use of its lubricants will not cause mechanical damage to any mechanically sound equipment when AMSOIL INC. products are used in full compliance with the company's recommendations and instructions."

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AMSOIL synthetic motor oils are formulated to surpass engine test specifications, offering protection far greater than competing motor oils for extended drain intervals. Most synthetic oil manufacturers make no claim to extended drain intervals, deferring to the maintenance schedule provided by the vehicle manufacturer. With its unparalleled oil and warranty program, AMSOIL offers consumers unprecedented protection and economics.

Another AMSOIL First

More than 20 years ago, AMSOIL began using the NOACK volatility test as a comparison tool and measurement of quality. Back then, nearly every oil tested side-by-side with AMSOIL synthetic motor oils failed, and those that passed barely squeaked by. Other oil companies paid no attention to NOACK results until Ford Motor Company made it a requirement for service fill oils, validating what AMSOIL had said all along.

THE NOACK Volatility Test
The NOACK Volatility Test determines the evaporation loss of lubricants in high temperature service. The more motor oils vaporize, the thicker and heavier they become, contributing to poor circulation, reduced fuel economy and increased oil consumption, wear and emissions. AMSOIL Synthetic Motor Oil resists high temperature volatization better than other motor oils. AMSOIL Synthetic Motor Oil maintains peak fuel efficiency and reduces oil consumption and emissions.

AMSOIL Now An ISO Certified Manufacturer
AMSOIL recently received ISO 9001:2000 certification of our Quality Management System (QMS). NSF International Strategic Registrations is the registrar that has verified our QMS meets the requirements of the ISO 9001:2000 standard, the most widely utilized quality standard throughout the world for quality management systems. ISO standards are used by over 300,000 companies worldwide setting rigorous standards for businesses, government and industry.

ISO 9001:2000 is applicable to any manufacturing and service organization providing a framework for system development that focuses on the customer, quality system performance and ongoing improvement. AMSOIL received ISO 9001:2000 registration under the scope: synthetic lubricants blending, packaging, and other fulfillment directly associated with lubricant product.

The ISO certification puts AMSOIL in line with some of the most efficient companies in the world. It is further assurance that the products and services AMSOIL provides will continue to maintain the high level of quality the company always demanded.

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