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Can Motorcycle Shock Oil Be Replaced with Engine Oil?

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Isaac

08/26/25 3:38am

Ordinary engine oil cannot be used as a substitute for hydraulic oil in motorcycle shock absorbers. The reasons are explained below: Reasons: The viscosity of ordinary engine oil and hydraulic oil is different. If ordinary engine oil is used instead of hydraulic oil in the shock absorber, the damping effect will be significantly worse. Additional Explanation: Since the performance and functions of the two oils differ, engine oil is used in the engine's lubrication system, primarily for cooling and lubrication to prevent component overheating. Hydraulic oil, on the other hand, is mainly used in hydraulic systems for torque transmission, converting torque into force applied to the driven components. Due to their different roles, they cannot be used interchangeably.

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WalkerAnn

09/08/25 4:21am

I've been riding motorcycles for over a decade. Once, for convenience, I used engine oil as fork oil, and the result was disastrous—within just a week, the suspension became as stiff as an iron board, making my hands go numb from the bumps. Even worse, it started leaking oil a few days later, nearly causing me to crash on the road. It wasn't until I consulted a mechanic friend that I learned: fork oil and engine oil have different viscosities. The former is designed to lubricate and dampen high-frequency vibrations, while the latter primarily prevents wear in high-temperature engines. Engine oil lacks those special additives, so when bubbles form, it fails, and over time, it corrodes the seals. Now, I only use dedicated fork oil, changing it every 5,000 kilometers, and the ride is much smoother. Proper maintenance not only saves money but is also safer—don't make the same mistakes I did.

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