Scottoiler SO-6030AM Motorcycle Chain Oiler

Scottoiler Vacuum system with a slightly small bottle for a good price. Exactly as bigger version, just not quite so pricey. Work brilliantly and wouldn’t be without one.

Easy to install and use

Entregado con demasiado tiempo de espera.El artículo es fiel a lo que se anuncia, buena calidad, funciona bien.Lo aconsejo si,La única pega el transportista que me entregó el paquete arrojando por encima.de.mi tapia y diciendo que me.lo había entregado en mano.Paquete con golpe en una esquina, afortunadamente sin consecuencia, mal profesional

I fitted this kit to my suzuki Gs 500, I cannot lie it lives outside in all weathers and gets used as a bit of a hack, I fitted this little kit to hopefully save me replacing the chain every year.I found that the kit was easy enough to fit, luckilly I can get my hands in by the carb to snip one of the vacuum hoses and splice a line from the oiler into it. I mounted the oil tank under the seat where it cant be tampered with. The biggest headache was finding a mounting point for the drip tubes. my GS does not have cutouts in the swing arm for paddock stands where this is meant to be fitted, I had to improvise a bit but got there in the end.I found filling was easy enough using the supplied tube to pressurise the system, just ensure you set the flow rate to the "prime position" to allow you to pump enough oil down the pipes, you can then back the adjustor off again to get the desired flow rate, I used a marker pen to make 2 lines on the adjustor knob, i just line them up and I have the correct flow rate after I prime the system.Scott oiler have been around for years, very popular with dispatch and commuter riders who dont have time to mess about with chain lubes and endless scrubbing. I love mine and have had no issues.please hit the helpful tab if my findings were of use to you.

Introduction:The last time I fitted a Scottoiler to a bike was several years ago so I had to do a little research to discover the differences between the "standard" Scottoiler and this,cheaper, "Essentials" version.There are 2 main differences. Firstly the cost,the "Essentials" kit is 30-40 pounds cheaper depending where you buy it. Secondly the reservoir holds 35ml of Scottoil as opposed to the more expensive kit's 50ml. There are also fewer fittings provided and you don't get any oil provided,the more expensive version comes with a 250 ml bottle of the stuff.Do You Need One?If you find lubing your chain a chore ,particularly if your bike doesn't have a centre-stand,most of them it seems these days, yes they're a great idea.Be aware that they're not "fit and forget". You need to keep the reservoir topped up and the rate of flow changes with the temperature which affects the thickness of the oil. Set it up in Summer then don't bother checking the flow rate in Winter when you really need it and it's not going to work properly. Not exactly hard work but there are those who say that lubing your chain the old-fashioned way is less hassle and has guaranteed results.Can I Fit It Myself?If you can do the basics like adjust your chain and cables and know what parts of your engine are what then yes,all you need is a bit of basic mechanical skill. It'll take you about an hour being meticulous to install correctly and have it set up.If you don't know anything about bike mechanics don't touch it,ask someone else or pay a professional. Fiddling with motorbikes, even basic stuff,is extremely dangerous if you don't know what you're doing. A bike shop will probably charge you an hour's labour,ask first and walk if they try to tell you it'll take longer.Fitting:I've fitted a Scottoiler before and it's very straightforward, I own a 600 Bandit which is ridden in all weathers and is a pretty basic bit of kit. The Scottoiler site carries a lot of model-specific instructions to make life easier,not least the decision on where to mount the reservoir. The fiddly bit is from the reservoir to your rear sprocket. The annoying bit is that in the standard Scottoiler kit there's a really useful bracket that is held in place by your rear wheel spindle that makes location really easy and holds the dispensing tube rigidly in position....there isn't one of these in the "Essentials" kit and your relying on bits of plastic held on by glue to keep things in place,probably ok but I'd feel much happier with that bracket and it was more faffing around with cable ties to put my mind at rest.Fitting is basically using the adaptor to connect the tube to the reservoir from your carb,this provides the vacuum that makes the oiler work. Locate the reservoir,in my case under the seat. I used some foam rubber "packing" to protect it a bit from vibration but just me being fussy and not essential,. Then you run your tube to the back wheel. Just have a think before you do this to keep the tubing routed out of harms way and don't forget to allow for suspension movement etc . Prime,adjust the flow to suit and you're done.Before fitting anything make sure you're confident and capable and also that any surface that you're going to be sticking the guides to is spotlessly clean beforehand. Personally,being an all-weather rider,I'm not keen on relying on anything that just sticks on and I used cable ties as well.Does it Work?If you take your time and fit and set it up yes. Because of the current restrictions I've only been using my bike for work since fitting it and it's all good . The weather has been fairly consistent as well so no need to adjust it so far. Scottoiler claim that "chain and sprocket life is significantly increased. Well my mechanic will confirm that I've had 2 chains on my current bike that I've managed to get 20,000 miles out of,yes that's each,not combined so we'll see. That's buying top quality chains and cleaning and lubing religiously....every Sunday.Pros and Cons:Firstly the good. if you don't want to mess around with chain lube it's great. It's simple to fit and set up with basic mechanical knowledge and a handful of tools.Scottoiler are known for their customer service,if you do get a problem contact them via their website or via their Facebook or Twitter accounts.Not So Good:You need to add a tenner to the cost of the "Essentials" kit as no oil is provided .Don't think it's maintenance-free,I know those who have done so and have obliviously riding bikes in cold weather not realising their chain isn't being lubed until it's started to corrode.The smaller reservoir,I don't really get that. People buy Scottoilers because they want hassle-free chain lubing for as many miles as possible,I'm sure would prefer to pay a few pounds more for the standard sized reservoir. Maybe this kit is designed for bikes with very little space to mount the reservoir,hence the size,but if that is the case there's nothing on the packaging to say so.Conclusion:A worthwhile device for those who don't want the mess and hassle of chain lube sprays,topping up your reservoir is quick and easy. If you don't have a centre stand it will make your life massively easier. Scottoiler have been making and selling these things for years now, they're still around and sell all over the world so that's a lot of satisfied customers. They also have a great reputation for customer service and help is only a social media message away.I'd say the Essentials version is better value for money than the Standard version but add on the cost of a bottle of oil and that you might just want to go for the added convenience of the larger reservoir and it's a harder choice depending on how many miles you do on your bike.