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Ok, here is the quote from the manual and you guys tell me what it means.
"Engine Oil Recommendation
USE HONDA 4-STROKE OIL OR AN EQUIVALENT.
Use only high detergent, premium quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed US automobile manufacturers' requirements for Service Classification SE.
Motor oils intended for Service SE will show this designation on the container.
The use of special oil additives is unnecessary and will only increase operating expenses.
CAUTION: Engine oil is a major factor affecting the performance and service life of the engine. Non-detergent, vegetable, or castor based racing oils, are not recommended."
Then it has a chart showing SAE 10W-30 is good for when the average temperature in my riding area is between -5F and 90F and SAE 10W-40 is good for -5F and up.
So I get the detergent thing, but what is 4-stroke oil or an equivalent? Cars are 4-stroke. What should I put in this thing for the best mileage without spending $50 on oil? The 0W-30 I got from Wal-Mart is about $30/5 quarts, so using that would cost me about $15.
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