Top 5 Engine Oils for 100-110cc Scooters in 2020 – Review & Buying Guide

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The engine is the heart of any vehicle or machinery and with scooters, it’s no different.

To ensure that your scooter is smooth and in pristine functioning condition, you need an engine oil which sets a benchmark for quality and most importantly is of the right configuration for the scooter.

Choosing engine oil for scooters is not an easy task. Every manufacturer recommends a certain type of oil for the engines to enhance the longevity of the engines and it has proven to be extremely effective. 

Alternate brands have crowded the market with their scooter centric engine oils and they have proven their mettle. However, there is a lot of research to be done to come out with the prefect bike engine oil for your scooter.

The most important factors that should be taken into consideration before choosing an engine oil are:

1. Never deviate from the specifications which are provided by the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer)

2. Always flush your engine before changing the engine oil or flush the engine after covering 2500-3000 KMs.

3. Do not mix mineral, semi-synthetic or synthetic oil

4. If you are topping up the engine oil, ensure that you use the same configuration and brand which was used previously

I will talk about the 4 points mentioned above in my upcoming blogs, but in the meantime, let's take a quick and detailed look into the recommended, preferred and best engine oil for 100-110 cc scooters in India.

Scooters are generally low maintenance automobiles, so timely change of engine oil keeps the vehicle running and that should be highly prioritized.

Acknowledging the fact that 100-110 cc scooters sit on a major chunk of the Indian scooter market, a top quality mineral or semi-synthetic engine is a perfect fit for commuter scooters.

1. MAK 4T Scootech NXT 10W-30

MAK 4T SCOOTECH NXT is a semi-synthetic engine oil designed that offers ultimate protection and performance to the engine. Since the latest generation of gearless scooters of various engine capacities require reliability, this engine oil operates effortlessly to deliver higher power and fuel economy even in stressed circumstances and heavy traffic scenarios.

The latest friction modifier element of the oil reduces undue stress on engine components. The unique formulation of this product blocks residue formation on the engine thus enhancing its life and delivering unhindered performance.

2. Motul Scooter LE 4T 10w30

With an elaborated history in racing and developing lubricants for automotive market for more than a century, Motul has crafted a niche for itself when it comes to automotive lubricants. The LE 4T 10w30 is a semi-synthetic engine oil designed only and specifically for scooters. This engine oil ensures optimum engine performance, fuel economy, low emission, reduces oil consumption and also protects the engine from wear and tear.

3. Gulf Pride SAE Scooter 10w30

Gulf Pride Scooter 10W-30 is performance oriented fully synthetic 4-stroke engine oil which is specially designed for modern scooter engines that come with automatic transmission and dry clutch. Since scooter engines are compact and enclosed, they operate at higher temperatures and hence need specially designed oils to ensure adequate protection. 

This Gulf Pride Scooter 10w30 engine oil is blended with synthetic base stocks and advanced special additive technology which ensures smoother ride even in tough driving conditions. The friction modifier reduces engine friction leading to improved fuel economy. 

4. Mobil Super Moto Scooter 10w30

Mobil Super Moto Scooter 10W-30 is an impeccable combination of highly refined, quality base oils coupled with an advanced additive system to deliver superior anti-wear behavior, cleanliness, and protection against corrosion. Mobil Super Moto Scooter 10W-30 is especially formulated for scooters to shield critical engine parts, provide thermal stability and ensure smooth running of engines.

5. Shell Advance 4T AX5 Scooter

Shell Advance 4T AX5 Scooter is the only mineral oil in our list. It comes with a 15w40 configuration and is categorically designed for modern generation 4 stroke scooters. This engine oil provides extremely  reliable performance, smooth movement of critical components, reduces wear and tear of internal engine parts.

The Shell Advance AX5 Scooter is formulated with Shell Active Cleansing Technology which helps prevent dirt particles from sticking together and forming a layer of deposit on the engine components. It thus, forbids unwanted friction and generates smoother flow which in turn ensures swift acceleration.

Well, those are the best engine oils in the market for your nimble yet sturdy scooters. 

Till I come up with my next blog, ride safe, ride responsibly, take care of yourself and your scooter. Adios!