Re: [emrat:7158] Re: 3,000 or 6,000 mile servicing??

Well put, Sean!  I appreciate your research!

Dan

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On Jun 14, 2015, at 10:28 PM, "Anthony Sean Donnelly" <seandonnelly1@msn.com> wrote:

Yeah, I don't mean to sound like I am trying to take some high and mighty stance of not doing what makes you feel good.

I was really just trying to make the point that the 3,000 mile thing is terribly outdated and perpetuated mostly by dealerships to some degree and quick lube places.  GM has said that 3,000 mile oil changes are a thing of the past and based on old engine and oil technologies. 

Most synthetic oils are good for at least 10k, many far behind that, which is why Europe recommends 10K oil changes and bike like the Triumph Explorer and others now have 10,000 mile service intervals rather than the 6,000 intervals.

Mobile 1 claims 15k oil change intervals, Amsoil claims 25K?? (Really??) 

I wouldn't go that far myself, but I did go the recommended 9,300 miles as recommended on my KTM with confidence. I figure the manufactures have confidence in these intervals.

But absolutely everyone should do what they are most comfortable doing and what gives them peace of mind.

Being comfortable, confident and at ease while riding is what it's all about! :)

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On Jun 14, 2015, at 9:51 PM, Doc <docmurdoch@comcast.net> wrote:

I recommend the 3K when the bike is new. Even though the "break in period" is supposed to be 500, I feel it needs another check sooner than later. After that the 3K is a little extreme with todays synthetic oils. But it can also depend on how you ride. If you have a lead wrist like me and prefer speeds that the bobbies don't like, better to service more often for the security that the bike won't do anything odd at high speeds. I always feel like my bikes, cars, etc perform better after a service. I'm sure most of it is mental, but makes me feel better. 

On Sunday, June 14, 2015 at 1:43:31 PM UTC-6, Ross Borgida wrote:

Hi Gang,

So I am approaching 3,000 miles on my Bonneville and am confused about whether I need to do a servicing.  Erico gave me a Triumph service document which says I need to do a 3K service.  However, the Triumph owner's manual states there is a 6K service after the initial 500 mile service.

Do you guys and gals recommend a 3K service or is it not necessary?  I want to keep the bike in tip top shape:). 

Best,

Ross

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