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I copied this from another forum for Gold Wings.

Shell decided to test their new CJ4 formulations due to the high volume of questions received from bike owners. The old formulations didn't pass due to higher than allowable ash content. But restrictions on ash and sulfur content for 2007 and later on-road diesels caused them to change the formulation. The new 15W40 does pass JASO MA, and the new 5W40 synthetic which will be introduced in a month or so also passes. And because bikers comprise less than one one hundredth of one percent of all Rotella purchases, the price will not be increasing. Again, this applies only to Rotella oils that meet CJ4 specifications as shown on the back of the package. The newer version packages state that it passes CJ-4 specs. on the back label. Here is the link;
http://www.shell.com/home/Framework?siteId=rotella-en&FC2=/rotella-en/html/iwgen/press_release_2006/zzz_lhn.html&FC3=/rotella-en/html/iwgen/press_release_2006/cj-4_intro_1006.html

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My Recent Posts · 01/21/08

Thanks for the update Stan. I like the Shell Rotella oils and am glad they are still viable for motorcycles.

My Recent Posts · 01/21/08

Thanks Stan. I've been a Rotella 5w40 user for about 3 years in my T.

My Recent Posts · 01/22/08

Thanks for the info. My bike likes their new formulation just fine. I was using Castrol 20w50 during the hot summer, but have switched to the 15w40 for the winter and may just use it year around..BTW, I am getting a little better fuel economy with the 15w40 Rotella.....Bob <><

My Recent Posts · 01/23/08

too bad they don't make a 5w30, been using 15w40 Rotella for ages in all my bikes, never a problem. Tried Mobil one, I did NOT like the results, yes the bike "felt" stronger, but fuel mileage decreased dramatically, I rather give up the "feel" of a few extra hp for an extra 5mpg

My Recent Posts · 01/23/08

I use Rotella in my T and other bikes, but have continued the use of Amsoil in my Wing the same as the original owner. I don't know how this oil would perform in the T, but in my Wing I barely can tell the difference in turn overs, whether it be 40F or 90F. Could be that the Wing has a much stronger starter or battery to turn all those cylinders over with, but the cold does not seem to faze it much.

When my tractor or my bike has been sitting cold for several days, I've found that a halogen spot light bulb placed on the floor just under the engine case does wonders to help the engine turn over faster. Do not use the infra-red type as those will get too hot.

Stan

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HSATF 1st Officer Posts: 3702 01/20/08 5:54 PM	Tags : None I copied this from another forum for Gold Wings. Shell decided to test their new CJ4 formulations due to the high volume of questions received from bike owners. The old formulations didn't pass due to higher than allowable ash content. But restrictions on ash and sulfur content for 2007 and later on-road diesels caused them to change the formulation. The new 15W40 does pass JASO MA, and the new 5W40 synthetic which will be introduced in a month or so also passes. And because bikers comprise less than one one hundredth of one percent of all Rotella purchases, the price will not be increasing. Again, this applies only to Rotella oils that meet CJ4 specifications as shown on the back of the package. The newer version packages state that it passes CJ-4 specs. on the back label. Here is the link; http://www.shell.com/home/Framework?siteId=rotella-en&FC2=/rotella-en/html/iwgen/press_release_2006/zzz_lhn.html&FC3=/rotella-en/html/iwgen/press_release_2006/cj-4_intro_1006.html Stan "We are different - yet we are the same" 2004 GL1800 Goldwing (Titanium) 1999 Ace Tourer (Silver over Black)
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Posts: 5863 01/21/08 5:09 PM	Thanks for the update Stan. I like the Shell Rotella oils and am glad they are still viable for motorcycles. Fred
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Posts: 5578 01/21/08 7:22 PM	Thanks Stan. I've been a Rotella 5w40 user for about 3 years in my T. "We want to be free... Free to ride our machines without being hassled by the man!"
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HSATF 2nd Officer Posts: 441 01/22/08 11:06 AM Tail Gunner	Thanks for the info. My bike likes their new formulation just fine. I was using Castrol 20w50 during the hot summer, but have switched to the 15w40 for the winter and may just use it year around..BTW, I am getting a little better fuel economy with the 15w40 Rotella.....Bob <><
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HSATF Tail Gunner Posts: 140 01/23/08 7:30 PM Tail Gunner	too bad they don't make a 5w30, been using 15w40 Rotella for ages in all my bikes, never a problem. Tried Mobil one, I did NOT like the results, yes the bike "felt" stronger, but fuel mileage decreased dramatically, I rather give up the "feel" of a few extra hp for an extra 5mpg
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HSATF 1st Officer Posts: 3702 01/23/08 10:24 PM	I use Rotella in my T and other bikes, but have continued the use of Amsoil in my Wing the same as the original owner. I don't know how this oil would perform in the T, but in my Wing I barely can tell the difference in turn overs, whether it be 40F or 90F. Could be that the Wing has a much stronger starter or battery to turn all those cylinders over with, but the cold does not seem to faze it much. When my tractor or my bike has been sitting cold for several days, I've found that a halogen spot light bulb placed on the floor just under the engine case does wonders to help the engine turn over faster. Do not use the infra-red type as those will get too hot. Stan "We are different - yet we are the same" 2004 GL1800 Goldwing (Titanium) 1999 Ace Tourer (Silver over Black)
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