Hello Riders, welcome back to BikerQuest. Today we will be discussing some of the Best Engine Oils for Shine and Sp125. We will also be discussing the engine oil capacity and the prescribed grade of engine oil in this article.
Honda Shine and SP125 are the major dominators of the Indian Market in the 125cc segment. Honda Shine has gained people’s love over the years and the SP125 has successfully taken its legacy forward.
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Best Engine Oil for Honda Shine and SP125 in a Glance
| Category | Name of Oil | Review |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Best | Motul 3100 10w30 | Check Review |
| Budget Friendly | Motul 3000 10w30 | Check Review |
Frequently Asked Questions
Best Engine Oil for Shine
1. Motul 3100 10w30 900ml
Motul 3100 is a Semi-Synthetic API SL and JASO MA2-certified engine oil. It performed very well in our tests. The oil was smooth and provided the overall best performance.
Motul is a very premium engine oil manufacturer and many of you might know about it. For those who don’t Motul is a French company creating high-quality engine oils since 1853. Their flagship lines (300V and 7100) have immense demand for high-end motorcycles.
2. Castrol Power 1 900ml
Castrol Power is also a Semi-Synthetic oil and API SL and JASO MA2 certifications which is equivalent to that of the Motul 3100.
Castrol Power comes with 3-in-1 technology that offers excellent acceleration, protection, and a remarkably smoother Riding Experience.
3. Gulf PowerTrac 900ml
Another Semi-Synthetic oil with the same API SL and JASO MA2 specifications. Gulf PowerTrac is designed to provide maximum power ride after ride.
This oil has exceptionally well antiwear property that resists wear and tear and improves durability.
The reason for this oil being 3rd on our list is its price. The oil is priced much higher than the others and For a 125cc bike, I don’t find it that economical to go with this oil.
4. Shell Advance Ax5
Shell Advance Ax5 is a premium mineral-based engine oil that meets the API SL and JASO MA specifications.
This oil ensures more power and response towards acceleration and has an excellent pickup. Even at higher temperatures, the engine oil provides 25% better protection.
Shell is the largest engine oil manufacturer in the world. They have a good network throughout the globe.
5. Total Energies 10w30 900ml
An API SN and JASO MA2-certified semi-synthetic engine oil provides better viscosity control, excellent performance, and superior wear protection.
6. Castrol Activ Stop Start 10w30
It is a synthetic technology engine oil with API SL and JASO MA2 specifications. This oil provides 3X protection that is protection at start-up, running, and even after the engine is off.
Castrol Activ is one of the most renowned and used engine oils in the Indian Market.
7. Motul 3000 10w30 900ml
Motul 3000 is a mineral-based API SM and JASO MA2-certified engine oil. The 3000 range is a budget-friendly mineral oil providing a decent performance at a worthy price.
This oil is a great option for anyone with a tight pocket providing an overall good performance. It is better than the stock Honda Genuine oil and other mineral oils out there in the market.
