new guy on the scene with questions

[kodasdad250sx]

first thanks for the chance to join.i am new to three wheelers and really don't know a whole lot about them but i've got a 1985 250sx in poor to fair condition but it does run and move my questions are,does it take a special oil or reg.5-30 automotive.And what is the capacity any help would be great thanks in advance.

[dizasterzrfun69]

my honda specs manual says 10W40 but i think 10W30 is fine. after draining it the capacity is 2.2 quarts.

Kevin

[kodasdad250sx]

thanks for the info its great.

[the great gazoo]

I recently joined TWW after buying an '85 250SX in poor shape, man what a blast to ride! I pulled my motor yesterday cos it has no 3rd gear, a buddy's going to replace a shift fork for me while I'm repairing/replacing stuff- Welcome!

[grundlegrabber]

I'd recommend using motorcycle or atv-specific oil, such as Honda GN4. Those oils have anti-shear additives to help stabilize the oil as it runs through the gearbox. Regular automotive oil will work, but I've always used the other stuff. Seems to last a lot longer and keep the motor cleaner inside. I'd recommend 10W40, especially in warmer weather.

[kodasdad250sx]

thanks i might use the atv oil,afterall this trike had sat for almost 7 years before i got it.That will be 2 weeks ago sat.Ijust hope i don't run into any major problems.

[kodasdad250sx]

Also forgot to ask,can anyone tell me the type of gear lube used in the drive shaft.

[chris200x]

A couple ounces of lucas oil additive in there with your oil won't hurt. ;)

Got pics? :)

[kodasdad250sx]

thanks i've used the lucas oil in my cars before but didn't thiink to use it in this case.

[Meat-BoX]

For a 1st Trike you scored one of the Best. Got Pics? Keep her nice and enjoy, that Trike is a real good one.:beer

[trikes4life]

yes use atv oil i had problems in the past using automotive oils, it worth 50 cents more.