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Anyone using Motul 300V 5w40?

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#1 ·
Just wondering if anyone has had any problems using this in their track bike. Normally, I use Motul 5100 (10w40). I was going to replace the clutch this year and wanted to switch up the oil while I was at it.

What do you think?
 
#2 · (Edited)
My experience with Motul is only “personal feelings” about it.

I felt that it stays green way to long compared to Amsoil. This led me to “believe” that it doesn’t do a good job cleaning as well as Amsoil.

I DID notice slightly smoother shifts with Motul 300V (facts; not opinion).

However, I’m sticking with Amsoil.
 
#3 ·
My experience with Motul is only “personal feelings” about it.

I felt that it stays green way to long compared to Amsoil. This led me to “believe” that it doesn’t do a good job cleaning as well as Amsoil.

I didn’t know slightly smoother shifts with Motul 300V (facts; not opinion).

However, I’m sticking with Amsoil.
Hmm I noticed opposite but 7100. Smoother shifting amsoil.
 
#7 ·
I’m using Motul 300v in 5w40 in my 22 R1 race bike and acceleration feels smoother and quicker and shifts are also smoother. I’m in SoCal CA so temps can vary anywhere from 59F in early morning practice/qualifying sessions to 116F during the summer months at the track. But the oil is changed after the weekend so I cannot comment on its endurance but it’s a great oil. A little pricy.