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  • #1

    Mid and final lubes.

    What are the current recommended lubes for the mid and final drives? I know what the manual says but with changes over the last 30 years and synthetics I wasnt sure if there was anything better than the old info.
    Nate

    78 XS11 "Matilda" 2H7 000364

    2001 Raptor ACCT, T.C. Fuse Box, TC Bros Forward Controls
    Kuryakyn Iso Grips/Throttleboss/Bar End Mirror, Custom Covered Seat
    Shinko 712s, HID Headlight, RC Performance Exhaust
    Bikemaster Daytona Handlebars, Galfer SS Brake Lines
    Barnett HD Clutch Springs, T.C. Spin On Filter Adapter
    K+N Air Filter

    88 Voyager XII
    81 XJ650 Maxim
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  • #2
    Alot if not most folks are running synthetic in the mid and final drives. No issue with clutches in those areas, so no detrimental effects.
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    • #3
      Is it the same 80-90 for the mid or is the synthetic a different weight? And for the final is that just axle grease or am I looking for something special? I see regular old axle grease, brake, bearing, ect and a "red" grease. I hate to admit I have no idea what the differences are.
      Nate

      78 XS11 "Matilda" 2H7 000364

      2001 Raptor ACCT, T.C. Fuse Box, TC Bros Forward Controls
      Kuryakyn Iso Grips/Throttleboss/Bar End Mirror, Custom Covered Seat
      Shinko 712s, HID Headlight, RC Performance Exhaust
      Bikemaster Daytona Handlebars, Galfer SS Brake Lines
      Barnett HD Clutch Springs, T.C. Spin On Filter Adapter
      K+N Air Filter

      88 Voyager XII
      81 XJ650 Maxim

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      • #4
        I use 75/140 synthetic year round. In both drives.
        Greg

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        • #5
          I had Mobil 1 75W90 in my gearboxes for some time. Last change, I serviced them with Royal Purple 75W140 as recommended here. No metal in the last change, and everything is still quiet with the new stuff.

          As I recall, it's moly grease that goes on the splines, but even butter would be better than leaving it dry.

          I believe moly grease is the proper choice under high pressure loads.
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          • #6
            Great thanks a lot guys. Ill be putting new tires on tomorrow night and wanted to have everything ready.
            Nate

            78 XS11 "Matilda" 2H7 000364

            2001 Raptor ACCT, T.C. Fuse Box, TC Bros Forward Controls
            Kuryakyn Iso Grips/Throttleboss/Bar End Mirror, Custom Covered Seat
            Shinko 712s, HID Headlight, RC Performance Exhaust
            Bikemaster Daytona Handlebars, Galfer SS Brake Lines
            Barnett HD Clutch Springs, T.C. Spin On Filter Adapter
            K+N Air Filter

            88 Voyager XII
            81 XJ650 Maxim

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            • #7
              Originally posted by Tat2demon View Post
              Great thanks a lot guys. Ill be putting new tires on tomorrow night and wanted to have everything ready.
              Hey Nate..

              Ive been runnin full syn in my middle and finals. No problems.

              You get your parts yet??? I got my oil pan fixed last night and plan on ridin a bunch this weekend. I might even toss the fairing on and head down to Sioux City.. Who knows.
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              • #8
                Yep. Got the throttle cable (which is still about half an inch too long even after adjustment) and the banjo bolt. Everything is put back together. Putting new tires on tomorrow night.
                Nate

                78 XS11 "Matilda" 2H7 000364

                2001 Raptor ACCT, T.C. Fuse Box, TC Bros Forward Controls
                Kuryakyn Iso Grips/Throttleboss/Bar End Mirror, Custom Covered Seat
                Shinko 712s, HID Headlight, RC Performance Exhaust
                Bikemaster Daytona Handlebars, Galfer SS Brake Lines
                Barnett HD Clutch Springs, T.C. Spin On Filter Adapter
                K+N Air Filter

                88 Voyager XII
                81 XJ650 Maxim

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                • #9
                  Originally posted by Tat2demon View Post
                  Yep. Got the throttle cable (which is still about half an inch too long even after adjustment) and the banjo bolt. Everything is put back together. Putting new tires on tomorrow night.
                  That sux about the cable.. Wonder why its so "off"? Let me know if you need a spacer. I can whip one up for ya.
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                  2) http://www.yahoo.com
                  3) type "www.mapquest.com" into the Yahoo search page.
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                  • #10
                    I made one out of a BiC pen. Fits perfect now.
                    Nate

                    78 XS11 "Matilda" 2H7 000364

                    2001 Raptor ACCT, T.C. Fuse Box, TC Bros Forward Controls
                    Kuryakyn Iso Grips/Throttleboss/Bar End Mirror, Custom Covered Seat
                    Shinko 712s, HID Headlight, RC Performance Exhaust
                    Bikemaster Daytona Handlebars, Galfer SS Brake Lines
                    Barnett HD Clutch Springs, T.C. Spin On Filter Adapter
                    K+N Air Filter

                    88 Voyager XII
                    81 XJ650 Maxim

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