Replacement For AMSOIL Scooter Oil?
A reader asks: I’ve got a Vespa 946 scooter that requires a 10W-40 oil. Apparently AMSOIL Formula 4-Stroke Synthetic Scooter Oil is not imported into Canada. What is a good alternative for my scooter?
Our answer: We can offer a superb substitute for the Formula 4-Stroke Scooter Oil. AMSOIL Metric 10W-40 Synthetic Motorcycle Oil offers very similar properties to the dedicated Scooter Oil.
Metric 10W-40 has almost identical viscosity as the Formula 4-Stroke Oil (both are 10W-40). Both also meet the same industry specifications. The Metric Motorcycle Oil is suitable for air- or liquid-cooled 4-stroke engines. It is wet-clutch combatable. Therefore, it suitable for all motorcycle engine/transmission combinations requiring 10W-40 oil.
What Is the Difference Between AMSOIL Scooter Oil And Metric Motorcycle Oil?
The main difference between Metric 10W-40 and Formula 4-Stroke Synthetic Scooter Oil is the service life. AMSOIL suggests that the Scooter Oil be changed at the interval suggested by the owner’s manual. Meanwhile, the Metric 10W-40 has a service life of up to two times the suggested service interval or one year (whichever comes first). This implies that the Metric formula is more robust than the Scooter oil.
Features And Benefits Of AMSOIL Metric 10W-40 Synthetic Motorcycle Oil
- Provides cool operation and reduced friction
- Delivers world-class wear control
- Powerful formula offers long service life
- Offers off-season internal corrosion/rust protection
Conclusion
AMSOIL Metric 10W-40 Synthetic Motorcycle Oil is most certainly appropriate for scooter engines. Metric 10W-40 will deliver outstanding protection and performance in scooter applications.