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This as well.... I believe both of these answers are pretty much on the money. But I would still change the filter at 3500 miles. http://www.mobil1.com/USA-English/MotorOil/images/spacer.gifQuestion: Any Reason Not to Use Mobil 1 Extended Performance in Motorcycles with Wet Clutches Is there any reason that Mobil 1 Extended Performance 15W-50 Gold Cap shouldn't be used in a motorcycle with a wet clutch? Some additives in automotive oils that reduce friction are bad for a wet clutch. -- John Gardner, San Diego, CAhttp://www.mobil1.com/USA-English/MotorOil/images/spacer.gif Answer: ExxonMobil’s primary recommendation for wet clutch applications is Mobil 1 Motorcycle Oil which is specifically designed to minimize the effects of friction modifiers contained in typical engine oils. These are have been optimized for the performance experienced in motorcycles including those with wet clutches.

I found this on the Mobil website..... www.mobil1.com http://www.mobil1.com/USA-English/MotorOil/images/spacer.gifQuestion: Oil Filter Change Interval with Mobil 1 Extended PerformanceI currently use Mobil 1 in all my vehicles. I change the oil and filter every 5,000 miles. If I switch to Mobil 1 Extended Performance should I continue to change the filter every 5,000 miles or should I wait to change the oil filter when I change the oil at one year/15,000 miles? -- David Willian, Muncie, IN http://www.mobil1.com/USA-English/MotorOil/images/spacer.gifAnswer: Mobil 1 Extended Performance is designed to go 15,000 miles with any high quality oil filter available in retail stores. http://www.mobil1.com/USA-English/MotorOil/images/spacer.gifhttp://www.mobil1.com/USA-English/MotorOil/images/spacer.gifhttp://www.mobil1.com/USA-English/MotorOil/images/graypix.gifhttp://www.mobil1.com/USA-English/MotorOil/images/spacer.gifhttp://www.mobil1.com/USA-English/MotorOil/images/spacer.gifhttp://www.mobil1.com/USA-English/MotorOil/images/buttons/button_askaquestion.gifhttp://www.mobil1.com/USA-English/MotorOil/images/spacer.gifhttp://www.mobil1.com/USA-English/MotorOil/images/buttons/button_questionarchive.gifhttp://www.mobil1.com/USA-English/MotorOil/images/spacer.gif

If I were going to go the 7K miles between oil changes I would change the filter at 3500 miles. The oil is designed to run without breaking down for that many miles, but it will be good to put a new filter on to assure that you keep it clean. I know several people that do thier synthetic oil this way and have had very good sucess with it

Don. I can't get near the top end speed out of my o4 Midnight in 4th that I can in 5th. It hits the rev limiter in 4th before it is through stretching out:whistling:......

My feeling is that every engine should be broken in and run moderately hard. The temps need to be up to make the engine reach it's maxium performance range. As far as the RPM, that is what the rev limiter is for. It helps to keep idiots like me from stretching out the connecting rods:no-no-no:.... I am an agressive rider and it is not unusual for me (when I'm alone) to hit the rev limiter several times a day:whistling:. As long as you don't peg it out every time you accelerate the engine should be fine. I've got 42k miles on my 04 and have not seen any kind of adverse effect (leaks or high temps). Of course as soon as I hit the rev limiter I come back off the throttle and shift up. It is just my opinion, which doesn't mean much to anyone but my dog, the stock rev limiter is set a little low. I believe it is to protect people like me that like to get close to the edge every now and then. (OK,, a lot....) Mainly, just ride it and enjoy the day...

I checked out some of the prices on Super Bright LEDs. They have some good prices on regular bulbs, especally the wedge bulbs. Thanks for the tip Buddy.

The best price I have found in LEDs is from Custom Dynamics, www.customdynamics.com . I have seen those wedge LEDs listed but dont remember the price. I too am swithching to LEDs to reduce amp load and for better visibility. You are right though, it gets expensive quick. Good luck with the search.