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2020 Arctic Cat Snowmobile Engine Oil Recommendations

2020 Arctic Cat Riot 8000 146 Snowmobile

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Here is the 2020 Arctic snowmobile line-up along with the correct AMSOIL synthetic oil for each engine option.

2020 Arctic Cat Snowmobile Highlights

Arctic Cat is leaner and meaner for 2020 with the deletion of several models from past years. However, they did concentrate their efforts to deliver a very interesting, no-nonsense line-up for this season.

One of the big highlights is the new Alpha One suspension on the “M” mountain sleds. This new set-up is said to provide improved off-camber and side hill handling.

Cat’s versatile 800cc C-TEC2 engine has received a significant makeover. It has been revised to deliver cleaner operation, better fuel economy and sharper response.

Another big highlight is the introduction of the Riot crossover series. Cat is calling Riot their true “50/50” crossover with DNA from the M mountain series and ZR high-performance trail series.

We can sell AMSOIL Synthetic Oils for Arctic Cat snowmobiles at wholesale prices in Canada and the US. We ship from 13 warehouses in the United States in Canada. There is free shipping on qualified orders. Contact us for pricing using the form on this page or call us at 1-800-748-5781.

AMSOIL Synthetic Oils For Arctic Cat Snowmobiles

AMSOIL Interceptor Synthetic 2-Stroke Oil
A top-quality substitute for Arctic Cat C-TEC2 Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil or Arctic Cat APV Synthetic 2-Stroke Oil. Interceptor is a sophisticated synthetic injector oil that will keep APV valves clean in the 600cc and 800cc C-TEC2 engines. Delivers dependable performance and wear control. See why our customers swear by Interceptor.

AMSOIL Synthetic 2-Stroke Injector Oil
Here is a 100% synthetic oil that can be purchased at a better price than the conventional Arctic Cat Formula 50 Mineral 2-Stroke Oil. AMSOIL Synthetic Injector Oil is the perfect oil for the Arctic Cat 565cc fan-cooled engine. Delivers clean operation, crisp performance and outstanding wear protection

AMSOIL Formula 4-Stroke Power Sports 0W-40 Synthetic Motor Oil
A top-quality replacement for Arctic Cat C-TEC4 Synthetic 4-Stroke Engine Oil. Suitable for any turbo or non-turbo Arctic Cat 4-stroke engine. Flows down to -60°F for fast cold-start protection. Engineered to handle extreme heat, heavy loads and long journeys.

2020 Arctic Cat Snowmobiles With AMSOIL Synthetic Oil Suggestion

  • M 8000 Alpha One 154/165 794cc l/c- Interceptor
  • M 8000 Alpha One Mountain Cat 154/165 794cc l/c- Interceptor
  • M 8000 Hardcore Alpha One 154/165 794cc l/c- Interceptor
  • Riot 6000 146 599cc l/c- Interceptor
  • Riot 8000 146 794cc l/c- Interceptor
  • ZR 9000 Thundercat 998cc l/c turbo- Formula 4-Stroke Power Sports 0W-40
  • ZR 8000 RR/Limited/Sno Pro 794cc l/c- Interceptor
  • ZR 6000 R XC/Limited 599cc l/c- Interceptor
  • Lynx LT/ES 2000 565cc f/c- Synthetic 2-Stroke Injector Oil or Interceptor
  • Bearcat 2000 XT 565cc f/c- Synthetic 2-Stroke Injector Oil or Interceptor
  • ZR 120 123cc f/c- Formula 4-Stroke Power Sports 0W-40 
  • ZR 200 192cc f/c- Formula 4-Stroke Power Sports 0W-40 

We can outfit your Arctic Cat with the best snowmobile oils in the industry. Contact us using the form on this page or call us at 1-800-748-5781.

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AMSOIL Interceptor Now Carries JASO FD Spec For Ski-Doo E-TEC

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AMSOIL Interceptor Synthetic 2-Stroke Injector OilAMSOIL Interceptor Synthetic 2-Stroke Oil now meets and exceeds the requirements for the JASO FD industry specification. Why does this matter? Ski-Doo recently started recommending the use of JASO FD-compliant 2-stroke oils for their E-TEC snowmobile engines.

AMSOIL Interceptor has been extensively tested for use in Ski-Doo E-TEC engines. The addition of this spec further cements Interceptor’s credentials as the ideal 2-stroke oil for E-TEC engines. We have received nothing but rave reviews about Interceptor from our E-TEC customers. Best of all, the 100% synthetic Interceptor is priced lower than Ski-Doo/BRP 2T E-TEC Synthetic Oil or BRP Synthetic 2-Stroke Oil.

What Is The “JASO FD” 2-Stroke Oil Specification?

JASO FD is a two-stroke oil industry specification set by the Japanese Automotive Standards Organization.

As with previous JASO two-stroke oil specs, JASO FD has a number of performance and smoke guidelines. This newest “FD” specification places a much greater emphasis on detergency and engine cleanliness.

How Is AMSOIL Interceptor Suitable For Ski-Doo E-TEC Engines?

The direct injection Ski-Doo E-TEC engine sets new standards in terms of fuel efficiency, low emissions and horsepower per cubic centimeter.

One of the main features of E-TEC engines is that they consume very little 2-stroke oil. A relatively small amount of oil is the difference between peak performance or an expensive engine failure. For this reason, E-TEC engines require a very advanced synthetic 2-stroke oil. AMSOIL Interceptor offers highly sophisticated synthetic anti-wear chemistry. Extensive testing in Ski-Doo E-TEC engines has proven that Interceptor provides outstanding wear control.

Another important oil requirement for E-TEC’s is cleanliness. The precise E-TEC engines require very clean internals. This is the main reason why BRP is requiring the use of 2-stroke oils that meet the JASO FD spec. Interceptor has world-class cleaning ingredients that keep E-TEC engines operating at their peak. It also keeps RAVE variable exhaust power valves clean which optimizes performance. AMSOIL Interceptor’s clean-burning performance exceeds the JASO FD requirements.

One of the special features of the E-TEC engine is a (mostly) one-pull start in extreme cold. AMSOIL Interceptor pours down to -56°C (-69°F) for instant cold-start oil flow.

Interceptor ticks all of the boxes for E-TEC use. It provides elite wear protection, high film strength, minimal friction, robust detergent ingredients and low-smoke.

In conclusion, Interceptor offers all of these features at a lower price than BRP 2T E-TEC Synthetic Oil.

Request wholesale pricing for AMSOIL Interceptor Synthetic 2-Stroke Oil using the contact form on this page.

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Snowmobile Synthetic 2-Stroke Oil Cold Flow Test: AMSOIL vs. Ski-Doo, Polaris And Arctic Cat

The video below shows how quickly Ski-Doo XPS 2-Stroke Fully Synthetic Oil, Polaris VES Synthetic 2-Cycle Snowmobile Oil, Arctic Cat CTEC2 Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil and AMSOIL Interceptor Synthetic 2-Stroke Oil flow when cooled down to -40°F.

Video- AMSOIL Interceptor Cold Flow Test

Let’s compare the cold flow capabilities of the three main OEM synthetic 2-stroke oils with AMSOIL Interceptor Synthetic 2-Stroke Oil. In today’s sophisticated 2-stroke engines, immediate oil flow is vital. But extremely cold temperatures can strain the cold flow capabilities of even the most expensive, high-tech 2-stroke oil.

Ski-Doo, Polaris and Arctic Cat do not publish the cold-pour-points of their 2-stroke oils. The cold-pour-point lab test literally determines the temperature where an oil congeals and stops flowing. AMSOIL Interceptor’s cold-pour-point is -58°C (-72°F). Arctic Cat does make mention that their CTEC2 Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil delivers up to 50% easier cold starts.

Now you may say, “I don’t ride my sled in extreme cold. I don’t need an oil that flows down to -50 below.” Keep in mind that even under relatively normal winter weather, dry starts should be avoided (even for a fraction of a second). Why not use an oil that delivers instant oil circulation? As witnessed in the video, it’s quite apparent that AMSOIL Interceptor flows faster than Ski-Doo XPS Synthetic, Polaris VES Synthetic and Arctic Cat CTEC2 Synthetic.

More Than Just Fast Oil Flow During Cold Starts

So not only does AMSOIL Interceptor deliver world-class cold flow capabilities, it also provides the utmost protection in extreme heat. It is also famous for steadfast wear control, low-smoke and clean power valves over long stretches. We were once privy to an off-the-record comment by a highly placed AMSOIL executive. He said, “If our competitors knew how generously we had formulated Interceptor, they would think we were crazy”. Considering the endless praise Interceptor has received from our customers over the last decade, we can’t doubt that statement.

Lastly, consider Interceptor’s price. With Oildepot’s wholesale programs, Interceptor can be delivered to your doorstep for far less money than the price that your Ski-Doo, Polaris and Arctic Cat dealers are asking for their synthetic 2-stroke oils. Request a wholesale price list using the form on this page.

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Ski-Doo 2-Stroke Oil Versus AMSOIL

AMSOIL Interceptor Versus XPS Syn 2-Stroke OilSki-Doo dealers offer a couple of XPS 2-stroke oil choices. Let’s compare AMSOIL 2-stroke oil to Ski-Doo oil including the characteristics of each as well the pricing in both Canada and the United States. Let’s see how Ski-Doo 2-Stroke Oils stack up versus AMSOIL.

About AMSOIL 2-Stroke Oil Prices

As we are prohibited from publishing AMSOIL’s wholesale prices, the AMSOIL price comparisons to Ski-Doo oil used below are determined using our wholesale program prices “by the case” and include average shipping costs. Remote destinations may have extra freight charges attached.

About Ski-Doo/BRP Oil Prices

The prices listed below for Ski-Doo XPS 2-stroke oil products are based on averages from randomly selected Canadian and US Ski-Doo dealers. Prices may vary at other locations.

Ski-Doo XPS Full-Synthetic 2-Stroke Oil Prices

  • $54.99 in Canada (per US gallon)
  • $44.99 in US (per US gallon)

Your Ski-doo dealer will wave his arms and try to tell you that using anything other than XPS Full-Synthetic 2-Stroke Oil in your Rotax E-TEC engine will have catastrophic results. While he will be impassioned and may get spittle on your jacket, he’s only telling you the partial truth.

It is true that if you try to get away with using a cheap 2-stroke oil in your E-TEC engine, the outcome could be less than desirable. Ski-Doo’s E-TEC 600cc and 800cc 2-stroke engines are among the most technologically advanced engines in the snowmobile industry. They employ direct injection and an on-board computer to deliver the appropriate amount of fuel and oil based on riding conditions. The E-TEC engine’s 2-stroke oil needs are regulated by thousands of computer calculations per second, so there is minimal oil used and emissions are lowered dramatically. But as E-TEC engines do pack a punch in terms of horsepower, what precious little oil is going through the engine has to capably prevent wear and deposit formation.

We have a 2-stroke oil that is verified by field and lab testing to prevent wear. It also prevents RAVE valve deposits in Ski-Doo E-TEC engines. AMSOIL Interceptor Synthetic 2-Stroke Oil is an ultra-premium oil. It prevents wear, reduces friction, burns clean and flows in arctic weather. To prove our point, AMSOIL has performed a cache of testing to prove its worth in E-TEC engines. Interceptor has earned a legendary reputation in the snowmobile industry, so you won’t go wrong with this product.

Price Of Ski-Doo XPS Full-Synthetic 2-Stroke Oil Versus AMSOIL Interceptor

We can ship AMSOIL Interceptor to your door for between 30% and 37% less than the price of XPS Full-Synthetic 2-Stroke Oil at your Ski-Doo dealership. This is employing one of our wholesale programs and dependent on your location.

Ski-Doo XPS Mineral 2-Stroke Oil Prices

  • $44.99 in Canada (per US gallon)
  • $33.99 in US (per US gallon)

XPS Mineral 2-Stroke Oil is offered at Ski-Doo dealers. This product is for carbureted engines that may be found in older sleds or their latest models with the Rotax 550F engine. As a conventional-based oil, it will have limitations in terms of deposit control, cold-weather flow and shear strength. Mineral oils tend to have poorer resistance to carbon deposit formation compared to synthetic 2-cycle oils. The use of an oil like XPS Mineral 2-Stroke in engines equipped with RAVE variable exhaust power valves will require frequent inspection and service.

We have a full-synthetic substitute for Ski-Doo XPS Mineral 2-Stroke Oil that will improve every function of your Ski-Doo engine. This product is AMSOIL “AIO” Synthetic 2-Stroke Injector Oil. It delivers reduced friction, powerful wear control, low smoke, improved cold flow and carbon deposit resistance. AIO Injector can even be used in engines equipped with RAVE power valves. AMSOIL AIO Injector Oil will provide an upgrade across the board over Ski-Doo XPS Mineral 2-Stroke Oil.

Price Of Ski-Doo XPS Mineral 2-Stroke Oil Versus AMSOIL AIO Synthetic 2-Stroke Injector Oil

The retail price of Ski-Doo XPS Mineral 2-Stroke Oil is between 34% and 38% more than our best price on AMSOIL AIO Synthetic 2-Stroke Injector Oil. How often do you get a significant performance upgrade and a considerably lower price? You would expect the opposite result when comparing the prices of a mineral oil to synthetic oil. In fact, XPS Mineral’s retail price is slightly higher than our best price on Interceptor! If you are looking for value-priced 2-stroke snowmobile oil, AMSOIL AIO will be the smartest purchase you make this winter.

Conclusion

Are you are looking for flawless protection and performance for your Ski-Doo 2-stroke snowmobile? Oildepot is your dependable oil supplier for Canada or the United States. Contact us using the form on this page or call us at 1-800-748-5781.

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Is AMSOIL Interceptor Suitable for Outboard Engines?

A Reader Asks: I use AMSOIL Interceptor 2-Stroke Oil in my snowmobile and I’m wondering if it can be used in our older Mercury outboard engine?

AMSOIL INTERCEPTOR Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil

AMSOIL Interceptor is ideal for snowmobiles, but not suitable for outboard engines.

Answer: The short answer is no. AMSOIL Interceptor Synthetic 2-Stroke Oil is the best possible choice for your snowmobile, but it is not appropriate for your outboard engine. While both your boat and snowmobile have 2-cycle engines, it is easy for many to assume that any 2-stroke oil is cross-compatible. This is not the case as notably different 2-stroke oil chemistry is required for each application.

The water cooling, relatively low RPM and tame tuning of outboard engines means that combustion chamber temperatures of your outboard are drastically lower than the internal operating temps in your snowmobile engine.

Because of this difference, outboard engines require a two-stroke oil with the NMMA TC-W3 designation. TC-W3 oils have “ashless” detergents that keep the combustion chambers, exhaust ports and spark tips clean. Ashless oils are designed to prevent deposit build-up and spark plug fouling in the outboard engines.

Your snowmobile requires a “low-ash” two-stroke oil which is usually identified by the API TC specification. Low-ash detergents form a trace amount of ash deposit upon combustion that is promptly ushered out of the exhaust pipe. Low-ash detergents do an outstanding job of keeping the combustion chambers, variable exhaust power valves and spark plug tips clean in hot-running, high strung snowmobile engines.

Using a low-ash 2-stroke oil formula in your outboard would be inviting deposit build-up in your exhaust ports and potentially fouled plugs. Over time, this is a recipe for very poor performance.

Conversely, ashless 2-stroke oils for outboard engines are ill-equipped for the high-heat, high RPM existence of snowmobile engines. Ashless TC-W3 marine 2-stroke oils are optimum for outboard engines, but will form very troublesome deposits in snowmobile engines.

Here are some better AMSOIL 2-stroke options for your outboard engines.

HP Marine Synthetic 2-Stroke Oil- AMSOIL’s elite offering for NMMA TC-W3 applications. An appropriate product for the latest DFI outboards or older engines. Can be used in oil injection systems or as a premix.

AIO Injector Synthetic 2-Stroke Oil- AMSOIL’s entry level synthetic oil that is ideal for older outboards with oil injection or premix.

Saber Outboard Synthetic 2-Stroke Premix- An ashless 2-cycle oil for premix applications only.

Questions? Contact us using the form on this page or call us at 1-800-748-5781.

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Which AMSOIL Injector Oil For Sea-Doo 2-Stroke Jet Boat?

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Sea-Doo 2-Stroke Jet Boat

We offer a great replacement synthetic oil for 2-stroke Sea-Doo Jet Boats and Personal Watercraft. (photo credit: gulfcoastpowerboats.com)

A reader asks: I’ve got a 2003 Sea-Doo Sportster LE Jet Boat with the “947” 951cc Rotax 2-stroke engine. What would be the correct AMSOIL 2-stroke oil for this engine? If this helps, here is an excerpt from my owner’s manual:

Caution: Do not use NMMA TC-W, TCW-2 or TCW-3 or other ashless type two-stroke oils.

Answer: Sea-Doo Rotax two-stroke engines are bit unique in that they require an oil designed for the API TC specification rather than an oil with the NMMA TC-W3 specification (which is commonly specified for marine engines). So with this being the case, our recommendations are either AMSOIL Interceptor Synthetic 2-Stroke Oil (premium choice) or AMSOIL “AIO” Synthetic 2-Stroke Injector Oil, which is a great replacement for XPS semi-synthetic or mineral 2-stroke oil. Let’s explore BRP/Sea-Doo’s reasoning for suggesting 2-stroke oils that differ from other personal watercraft and boat engine makers.

What Is The Difference Between API TC and NMMA TC-W3 2-Stroke Oils?

AMSOIL INTERCEPTOR Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil

AMSOIL Interceptor Synthetic 2-Stroke Oil is a premium replacement oil for Sea-Doo Jet Boats.

The main difference between the two specifications is the type of detergent ingredients used. Detergent additives maintain clean combustion chambers and exhaust ports. NMMA TC-W3 is a spec for marine applications that use “ashless” detergents. API TC is a 2-stroke oil specification mainly for dryland use (such as dirt bikes or snowmobiles) and these oils have “low ash” detergent additives. Low ash 2-stroke oils will create a small amount of ash during combustion that is sent out of the exhaust. Ashless 2-stroke oils do not create any ash residue during combustion.

The reason that marine outboard engines and dryland engines such as dirt bikes require these different detergent types in their 2-stroke oils is in the way they operate. Outboard engines have much lower combustion temperatures than dirt bikes or snowmobiles. They also generally see much more stable RPM levels. In outboard engines, ashless 2-stroke oil formulations will burn cleaner under these lower temp operating conditions, whereas API TC low ash oils can foul spark plugs and create deposits.

In high-output dirt bikes and snowmobiles, low-ash detergent additives work very well and maintain clean combustion chambers under these harsh operating conditions. Ashless additives simply aren’t capable of maintaining clean engine internals when exposed to extreme heat.

Long story short, TC-W3 oils burn cleaner in outboard engines and API TC oils burn cleaner in snowmobile and dirt bike engines. Using API TC oils in outboard engines or TC-W3 oils in dryland applications can result in fouled plugs and dirty engine internals.

Why Is NMMA TC-W3 A Problem In BRP/Sea-Doo Rotax Engines?

Sea-Doo engines such as the 947 are derived from the Ski-Doo snowmobile engine family. These engines run hot, create big horsepower relative to their displacement and have variable exhaust valves. The detergents in ashless 2-stroke oils do not have the capacity to maintain clean combustion conditions in these potent engines. The result would be dirty “RAVE” variable exhaust values and performance-sapping deposits. Engine damage could also result. Despite the fact that your Sea-Doo is operated on water, an API TC 2-stroke oil is far more appropriate due to the way your engine is designed and the way it is operated.

Oil Testing: Interceptor vs BRP XPS-2 Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil

Sea-Doo dealers and some message board warriors will insist that BRP XPS-2 Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil is the only oil you should ever consider for your Rotax 2-stroke engine. XPS 2-stroke oils from your Sea-Doo dealer are definitely not the only oil that is compatible with your Sea-Doo engine. We offer a 100% synthetic option that has been proven in testing against XPS-2 and has also been confirmed to be very effective in Rotax engines. Interceptor is far less expensive than XPS-2 Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil while offering improved lubrication (which improves power output) and engine deposit control that is equal to or better and than XPS-2 Synthetic. While the testing is performed in Ski-Doo snowmobiles with the latest Rotax DFI engines, the results are very much applicable to Sea-Doo engine use. See AMSOIL Interceptor Versus BRP XPS-2 Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil in Ski-Doo E-TEC Engines.

We can offer the premium AMSOIL Interceptor 2-Stroke Oil for your Sea-Doo Jet Boat or 2-stroke personal watercraft models at a price that is far better than the XPS-2 synthetic offerings at your Sea-Doo dealer. Contact us for a wholesale price list using the form on this page or call us at 1-800-748-5781.

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Can AMSOIL Interceptor Be Used in Lawn/Garden Tools?

Lawn Boy Mower and Stihl Leaf Blower and Trimmer

A reader asks: I’ve got leftover AMSOIL Interceptor on hand from my snowmobile and I’m wondering if I can use this oil as a premix for my 2-cycle chain saw, grass trimmer and leaf blower?

Answer: Yes you certainly can, but let’s expand our answer to include AMSOIL AIO Synthetic Injector Oil (for boats and snowmobiles), which can also be used in lawn and garden applications.

Interceptor or AIO Injector Oil can be mixed at a ratio of 50:1 and each will provide effective performance in all two-stroke lawn/garden tools.

While a product like Interceptor can provide relentless protection in a 160 horsepower snowmobile, it will also work just fine in a 0.85 horsepower string trimmer engine. However, our first choice for a 2-stroke premix oil for this type of service is AMSOIL Saber Professional Synthetic 2-Stroke Premix. It is designed to provide exceptional, low-smoke service in all lawn implements.

Bonus tip: Whenever possible, use only premium gasoline that does not contain ethanol in small engines. Ethanol can be poison to small engines because it can attract moisture. When trace amounts of water and ethanol enters the engine, the result can be dangerously lean combustion that can literally fry your motor. This applies to both lawn/garden engines and recreational motors. Gas pumps are labelled to show the percentage of ethanol, so keep an eye on this. Regular fuel with ethanol is just fine for your car or truck as they are tuned to deal with it.

Questions? Contact us using the form on this page or call us at 1-800-748-5781.

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