How do I choose fork oil viscosity?

Instead, look for a fork oil with a high viscosity index (VI). A higher VI indicates better resistance to viscosity changes throughout broad temperature swings. That translates into consistent shock performance and feel despite the ambient and operating conditions. And a consistent ride equals a more effective rider.

What can I use instead of fork oil?

Peanut Butter, and in some cases jelly…………. Many motorcycle supply shops also sell fork oil if you’re having a hard time finding some. Massage oil is the real secret! After all you do want to keep the insides working good and what better way then to have massage oil working it.

What does heavier fork oil do?

MIdnight run did a good job. The thicker the oil the slower it moves and the slower the fork moves up or down. The more air gap (the less oil in the fork) the further down the fork travels. You adjust air gap to stop bottom out.

What is the viscosity of front fork oil?

Front forks as opposed to rear shocks do not produce a lot of heat, so the viscosity to focus on for fork oil is the kinematic viscosity at 40°C, and although a high viscosity index is good, it is not critical since they will not normally reach temperatures higher than 40ºC.

What kind of oil is used in Forks?

Bel-Ray High Performance Fork Oil is a front suspension oil formulated for use in all suspension forks including those using cartridge and dual chamber systems. Through the use of carefully selected high-viscosity base oils, fade is reduced providing smooth operation over a wide temperature range.

How is the viscosity of a triumph Fork measured?

Accurate fork-oil viscosity is usually measured by a more accurate scale: cSt – centiStokes or SSU – Saybolt Seconds Universal. If you want your T-800 forks to operate as Triumph intended, then you (probably?) need to use that same oil. If you want to change fork characteristics? — you may be able to do that, too?

Can you mix 10W40 with 15w50 for viscosity?

Also this oil works for single viscosity oil (such as 10W), not engine oil such as 10W40 mixed with 15W50. Initially, I thought the final viscosity would be the arithmetic average of the W viscosities, but it doesn’t work that way.