As a motorbike owner, the existence of axle or transmission oil is often forgotten even though it plays an important role in maintaining vehicle performance. Axle oil has a special function that should not be ignored, and understanding when to change it is the key to maintaining the smooth running of an automatic transmission on an automatic motorbike.
The following is the explanation as quoted from the official Deltalube website:
What is the function of axle oil in automatic motorbikes?
Illustration of the Yamaha Nmax automatic motorbike. (Unsplash/Hombre) Axle oil on automatic motorbikes has a major role in smoothing the performance of automatic transmissions. In the transmission section, there are many components that rub against each other.
The main function of axle oil is to provide sufficient lubrication to reduce friction between the components.
Without adequate lubrication, noise can occur in the CVT box at the rear of the automatic motorbike.
Automatic motorbike owners often ignore the importance of axle oil, perhaps because they often focus on engine oil.
This could be caused by a lack of understanding regarding the function of axle oil which is actually crucial for the smooth running of an automatic transmission.
Often times, automatic motorbike owners only become aware of this problem when a noise or noise appears from inside the CVT box, indicating damage to the component.
Illustration of changing motor axle oil (Instagram/@planetban) When to change the axle oil on an automatic motorbike?
The axle oil should be changed regularly to maintain automatic transmission performance. Ideally, the axle oil should be changed every time the vehicle covers a distance of around 8,000 km or within a period of around 8 months.
By replacing regularly, automatic gear shifting will remain smooth and smooth, while the CVT unit will have a longer service life.
It is important to always pay attention to the condition of the axle oil so that automatic motorbike performance remains optimal.
If the axle oil is not changed regularly, the viscosity of the oil can decrease, causing severe friction between transmission components which ultimately damages the gear ratio.
To ensure a smooth transmission and avoid unwanted damage, schedule an axle oil change according to the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations.
That way, your automatic motorbike will remain reliable and comfortable to use on every trip.