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MOTORCYCLE MINERAL OILS

Mineral, or conventional motorcycle oil, is a budget-conscious choice for older engines. Yet it still offers all of the Castrol liquid engineering you need.

Does your bike need a mineral oil?

Motorcycle Mineral oil is at the other end of the spectrum from Full Synthetic. The most budget-conscious option, it is ideal for older engines because full mineral oil provides greater cooling and improved protection, though this can be at the expense of raw acceleration.

 

It’s also worth noting that while Castrol’s motorcycle mineral oils feature advanced liquid engineering such as Trizone Technology™ and Deposit Control Formula, all mineral oils break down more quickly than synthetic oils and need to be changed a little more regularly.

4-Cycle 4T Mineral formulations feature Trizone Technology™ that protects the three critical areas of the motorcycle engine to ensure a trouble free ride, time after time.

4-Cycle Mineral oils

2-Cycle 2T Mineral features a Deposit Control Formula that protects against build-up of carbon deposits on the piston and spark plug, and ensures fast and reliable starting. Deposit Control also visibly reduces exhaust smoke.

2-Cycle Mineral oils
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Motorcycle oils

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Where to Buy

Where to buy

Find out where you can buy Castrol Oils & Lubricants for your Motorcycle near you.

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Is full synthetic oil right for your motorcycle?

Castrol's full synthetic motorcycle oils enable the highest levels of performance. They combine optimum protection with low viscosity to deliver fast throttle response.
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What is the difference between 2 and 4 cycle engines?

Castrol formulates engine oils that can be used in two & four cycle engines. Find out how 2 & 4 cycle engines work & what are the main differences between them.

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2 stroke engine oil

If you're running a 2-stroke engine, your choice of 2-stroke engine oil is important. Castrol® 2 cycle engine oil reduces harmful deposits and controls exhaust smoke.