yticolev
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It appears that there is a general consensus (spoiled only by Honda knows what they are doing types) that PureONE and Mobil 1 filters are better for cars and motorcycles than virtually every other filter available. Most filters use a paper filter, these use a synthetic media.
I've used Mobil 1 filters and oil for my cars for the last 35 years to good effect. When I started looking at purchasing the NC700X, I looked at motorcycle forums including this one for what filters and oil to use. I discovered that the PureONE is perhaps slightly better than the Mobil 1 (more filtration area) at half the cost, about $6 in stores and Amazon. Rave reviews on a number of forums and websites. What I couldn't find was the right model number to buy for the NC. After some research in cross compatible Honda models, I have the right one.
PL14612 is an exact match for the NC700. The PL14610 (which I intend to use) will fit at about 3/4 of an inch longer. Looks like there is plenty of space on the bike for the longer one, no modification necessary. More filter area means it will last longer with a lower pressure drop.
Purolator PL14610 PureONE Oil Filter, Pack of 1 : Amazon.com : Automotive
Calsci has some great articles on filters and oil for motorcycles:
Motorcycle Oil Filters & Air Filters
All About Motor Oil
Shell Rotella T6 appears to be the oil to get. It is fully synthetic and meets the JASO-MA certification (plays well with wet clutches). Better performance that Mobil 1. That won't get me to switch, but it costs less at Walmart by several dollars a gallon. A gallon costs $21.36, and I found a manufacturer rebate good through May for $5 a gallon (limit 2). It is reviewed well in hundreds of web pages, including this forum.
Get the Shell Rotella Motor Oil for less at Walmart.com. Save money. Live better.
Shell Rotella T6 Rebate - Shell Rotella
The bottom line here is that the non OEM choices look like they are better for our bikes, and cost far less.
I've used Mobil 1 filters and oil for my cars for the last 35 years to good effect. When I started looking at purchasing the NC700X, I looked at motorcycle forums including this one for what filters and oil to use. I discovered that the PureONE is perhaps slightly better than the Mobil 1 (more filtration area) at half the cost, about $6 in stores and Amazon. Rave reviews on a number of forums and websites. What I couldn't find was the right model number to buy for the NC. After some research in cross compatible Honda models, I have the right one.
PL14612 is an exact match for the NC700. The PL14610 (which I intend to use) will fit at about 3/4 of an inch longer. Looks like there is plenty of space on the bike for the longer one, no modification necessary. More filter area means it will last longer with a lower pressure drop.
Purolator PL14610 PureONE Oil Filter, Pack of 1 : Amazon.com : Automotive
Calsci has some great articles on filters and oil for motorcycles:
Motorcycle Oil Filters & Air Filters
All About Motor Oil
Shell Rotella T6 appears to be the oil to get. It is fully synthetic and meets the JASO-MA certification (plays well with wet clutches). Better performance that Mobil 1. That won't get me to switch, but it costs less at Walmart by several dollars a gallon. A gallon costs $21.36, and I found a manufacturer rebate good through May for $5 a gallon (limit 2). It is reviewed well in hundreds of web pages, including this forum.
Get the Shell Rotella Motor Oil for less at Walmart.com. Save money. Live better.
Shell Rotella T6 Rebate - Shell Rotella
The bottom line here is that the non OEM choices look like they are better for our bikes, and cost far less.