Some 16:1 40:1 50:1 depending one the motor. what is the reason for some to need a richer mix then others?
Environmentally conscious individuals will use 50:1 or synthetic 100:1. Others need to leave a trail behind so they won't get lost so use more oil.Some 16:1 40:1 50:1 depending one the motor. what is the reason for some to need a richer mix then others?
I believe the OP meant richer as in "oil to gasoline".Environmentally conscious individuals will use 50:1 or synthetic 100:1. Others need to leave a trail behind so they won't get lost so use more oil.
FYI more oil in the gas results in a leaner mixture, not richer.
That pretty much sums up the situation and is best advice of all.In honesty, I run 40:1 any more since all my other "goodies" run that mix.
I have recommended 24:1 in the past because I have had a couple of Big Name sellers ask me to refrain from suggesting anything but 16:1 or 20:1 for warranty reasons, so that is sort of a compromise.
So, for the record, run whatever you are comfortable running, and live with the concequences.
I heard it was IQ. If that's true 100:1 guys must be GENIUSES of the bike motor world.It seems to me the oil ratio mix is in direct proportion to the owners ego!
That's true, but I think using "rich vs. lean" for oil mix introduces a little confusion into the conversation. The terms "rich vs. lean" for fuel and air is the accepted terminology in the engine world. Perhaps we could use "more oil" vs. "less oil" instead of "rich" or "lean" when speaking of oil and avoid the confusion....but whatever- it ain't going to ruin my day if people ignore my friendly suggestion.I believe the OP meant richer as in "oil to gasoline".....