Home Depot sells Rotella T for $13 a gallon! Open until 10 most of the time, and has a small auto parts section, too!

DO NOT I REPEAT DO NOT BUY THAT SHIT


It is not the correct Rotella to buy for a motorcycle. From Shell's website for Rotella T Triple:

PROTECTION AGAINST DEPOSITS

The performance benefits of the unique combination of dispersants and detergents, boosted by the use of the dualfunction additive component, are seen in enhanced engine cleanliness and viscosity control compared to previous generation oils (API CI-4 PLUS). Deposit and sludge control: Our formula contains more dispersant molecules to control sludge and more antioxidant molecules to control deposits, as demonstrated in the laboratory and in the field. Piston cleanliness: Our Triple Protection® technology features a unique, exclusive detergent system, specifically designed to control piston deposits in the hotter environments of latemodel engines, as well as provide exceptional piston cleanliness in older engines. Improved cleanliness: In the Caterpillar 1R engine test, Shell Rotella® T Triple Protection® shows clear visible improvements compared to previous-generation oils."

If you have a wet clutch (most bikes do) DO NOT USE THIS IN YOUR BIKE. The additives and detergents fuck up the clutch plates causing them to slip.


The proper oil for a motorbike is Shell Rotella T6 It contains no additives that ruin clutch plates/friction material.

Walmart sells it for ~$20/gallon. It's worth an extra $7 to not fuck up your clutch. Trust me.


Also, don't forget if an oil says anything about "Energy Conserving" or the like on it, do not put it in your bike.

Here's a quick diagram showing what not to buy.

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