MOBIL 1 RACING 4T 10W-40 ROAD TEST

Tester: Gong Kawasaki ZX14 '07
Tester: BedahNooB Kawasaki ZX6-R '08

It’s Friday afternoon and I just remembered I haven’t serviced my beloved Zixxer it was almost 6000km since my last oil change and I have a long ride plan this weekend. So I went home and pack, soon after I head out to Mok for my ritualistic oil change. At Mok’s workshop I met Mat and Gong who was there to get his ZX14 oil change.

For those who missed a lot of the 300kmj TTS almost everyone in our group is using Mobil 1 right now and so far I haven’t heard any complaints yet. So when it’s time for me to get my oil change I went to Mok’s and ask for well you guessed it’s the Mobil 1 Racing 10W-40. I ask Gong to try Mobil 1 but he told me he’s a strict Motul man but after some convincing from Mat he reluctantly agreed to try the oil.

Like Mat told you before Mok doesn’t carry Mobil 1 and it takes my Zixxer and Gong ZX14 to persuade Mok to outsource it from Ah Meng. After the bike’s got their oil changed and serviced, I was ready to begin my 1000 km journey and at the same time figure what makes this oil different than other makes.

Accompanying me on this road test is Gong, so after figuring the ‘routes’ we decided to go south because it’s been a while since we travel there and since this is not a scientific test we will only test the oil for engine noise, gear changes, clutch response, engine temperature and performance.

We’re going to do this is on two parts, one is done during noon when the temperature is at the highest while the other part is during the night because for us Malaysian it's the coldest time of day. During this test we are going to abuse the bike, low gearing high revving extremely hardcore shifting kind of abuse. Hehe Yeah right we wouldn’t abuse the bike just for the sake of your enjoyment.

So after some 2 days of rigorous testing on 1000km of asphalt this is our verdict.

Pros: Cheap, Engine Temperature
Cons: Engine Noise, Gear Change, Availability

Conclusions: This oil seems to work very well for a very short while, after doing 650 km the engine starts to become noisy and gear changing is not as smooth as it was earlier. This problem is also shared by A.D’s 08 Z1000 and Pojaman 08 ZX6-R.

We rate it 2.5/5

-BedahNooB-

General Service at Mok Motor

My odo clock 10,000km today. To make things easier. I like to flush my oil every 5,000km. So remembering 5, 10, 15 is much more easier then 1, 5, 12, 18 or something. It'll be my second service and I insist on wanting to pour Mobil 1 again. I like it a lot, and save me some hundreds. :)

The tips is if you use semi-synthetic oil, do an oil change every 3,000km, but it can still last up to 5,000km. If you use fully-synthetic, do on every 5,000km, but you're still safe up to 8,000km. And do do an oil change when you feel you needed too. :)

Mok didn't carry Mobil 1. I think they should. It's cheaper than Motul. Just a few ringgit difference with Silkolene. I've write up how Mobil 1 performs again Motul 300V in a general way, but I'll get that study copy and post the challenge here one day. So I borrowed Mail kapcai and rode to Ah Meng's. Bought 4 bottles since the Zx10R will take 3.7l out of it, thats when the oil filter is change as well. I still cost RM48 and during the fuel hike, the price remains the same. Same old stock? Or does Motul take an advantage of the situation? Motul price when up twice this year!

During the NEC ride, I don't know when & where, I blow the rear tyre tin balancing away (not really sure what they called actually). So I ask them to balance back my tyre as well. I got spare time actually, so we left the bike cooled down and wait for the oil drip stops.


But I must say Motul still makes great oil. Motul Chainlube is an excellent lubricant for the chain but it's very sticky. But all the black oil that traps dust and sand clog up my sidestand and gearshift. I usually clean this myself with a gasoline and spray some WD40 then after.


Hahaha... Really forget the 300V untill the price is reasonable again. You should try this.


Sifoo Mail way are different. He feels. One of the best mechanic in town.


This is how they balance the tyre. An old fashion but proven method.


Previously they use the tin sticker. I request the clip type. It's more durable than the sticker version. The sticker glue doesn't hold that well, they need to have a heady duty version, but that would make it harder to peel off one day.

Related link :
1. Motosikal Mok Suberbike Shop
2. Motul 300V vs Mobil 1 Racing 4T

Motul 300V vs Mobil 1 Racing 4T

Fuel hike causes everything to go up. Engine oil is no exception. I've been using Motul 300V 10W40 for quite some time now, I remember on getting it for RM 75 per liter. It is an amazing oil. The gear changing and engine running are so smooth compare to other oil. I usually stick to a brand very much, but that doesn't mean I'm not open for other option. So, since the price for the Motul 300V is not that reasonable for me anymore, I'm scouting for another brand... So why not try the best oil (for me) that I use for my car since the first day the I bought it, Mobil 1.

If you do some googling, it's quite surprise when they compare the Mobil 1 MX4T with Motul 300V. Here, the Mobil 1 is half the price of Motul 300V... I must say there is something wrong the Motul distributors here, not the quality of Mobil 1. There is a test between 26 different types of motor oil for wear test, rust protection, gear performance and shear stability. Come out for a surprise, Mobil 1 & Motul 300V scores all the way, including Torco T4SR Racing oil and AMSOIL MCF.

From what I felt, I've clock my bike about 2000km, doing Sunday awanas, track day and distance ride. I may say I love this oil too. The engine are smooth and the gearing too as well, but gearing performance I must say I loved Motul 300V more. So should I stick to Motul? Nope, this Mobil 1 is far good enough for me with half of it's price.


Mobil 1 Racing 4T 10W-40 was previously known as Mobil 1 MX4T 10W-40.
Source www.mobiloil.com. Mobil 1 has my trust for more that 10 years now. Keep up the good work guys!


Motul 300V is a special oil. Ah Meng place it in special section.


Retail price for the Motul 300V, at RM 95 per liter, you need 4 bottles of that for a liter bike, plus labour and oil filter... Huhu... Do the math.