BMW Motorrad Advantec PRO 15W-50 Motor Oil 1L

For individual models, we offer inspection kits for easy servicing (oil filter, air filter, drain plug gasket, spark plugs):

• Inspection kit for BMW R1250GS/A 2018+
• Inspection kit for BMW R1200GS LC 2013-2018, R1200GS Adventure LC 2014-2018
• Inspection kit for BMW R1200GS 2010-2012, R1200GS Adventure 2010-2013
• Inspection kit for BMW R1200GS 2004-2009, R1200GS Adventure 2006-2009
• Inspection kit for BMW R1150GS/Adventure (2 spark plugs per cylinder)
• Inspection kit for BMW R1150GS/Adventure (1 spark plug per cylinder)
• Inspection kit for BMW R1100GS 1993-1999
• Inspection kit for BMW F850GS/A, F750GS
• Inspection kit for BMW F800GS/A, F700GS, F650GS 2008+
• Inspection kit for BMW F650GS/Dakar 2004-2007 (twin spark)
• Inspection kit for BMW F650GS/Dakar 1999-2003 (single spark)
• Inspection kit for BMW G650GS 2008-2015, G650GS Sertao
• Inspection kit for BMW G310GS

A brief discussion on motor oils in general..

Viscosity
Viscosity is a variable quantity that depends on temperature. During the operation of an automotive engine, operational temperatures change among other factors. To ensure effective lubrication, it is essential that the viscosity of the oil changes as little as possible with temperature. This dependency is determined by the so-called viscosity index. The higher this index, the lower the dependence of viscosity on temperature changes. The viscosity characteristics of motor oils are specified according to SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers, USA). This standard classifies oils into 6 winter grades marked by a number and "W" (from English Winter) and 5 summer grades marked by a number.

Winter grades: 0W, 5W, 10W, 15W, 20W, 25W (-35°C, -30°C, -25°C, -20°C, -15°C, -10°C)
Summer grades: 20, 30, 40, 50, 60 (20°C, 30°C, 40°C, 50°C, 60°C)
The value of the winter designation indicates the behavior of the oil at low temperatures (e.g., SAE 15W oil has a pour point of -25 °C).

The value of the summer designation indicates the use of the oil at summer temperatures. If only one grade is indicated, it means that it is a mono-grade oil (either summer or winter). When a combination of summer and winter grades is used (e.g., 5W-40), it is a multi-grade oil, which is suitable for all-year-round use. Currently, multi-grade motor oils are almost exclusively used.

Performance Categories
They characterize both immediate and long-term properties of motor oils.

of operational load. Various properties are evaluated, such as oxidation stability, volatility, wear protection, deposit formation, corrosion resistance, fuel economy, etc.

The following standards are used to define the performance category of motor oils:
API classification (American Petroleum Institute, USA)
ACEA classification (Association des Constructeurs Européens d'Automobile, EU)
manufacturer specifications (VW, MB, MAN, VOLVO, TATRA)
MIL-L classification (U.S. military specifications)
other classifications (e.g. ILSAC)
Currently, the most significant specifications are those of API, ACEA, and manufacturer specifications. The CCMC classification is already outdated and is mentioned only temporarily.

API Classification
According to this standard, motor oils are classified based on their use into oils for spark-ignition (petrol) engines, marked with the letter "S" (from "Service"), and oils for compression-ignition (diesel) engines, marked with the letter "C" (from "Commercial"). Most oils are suitable for both types of engines and are then denoted by a combination of both letters, e.g., SL/CF.

Performance Classes for Spark-Ignition Engines
SA - Oils without additives for engines operating in mild conditions under low load, produced between 1940 and 1950.
SB - Oils with additives to prevent deposit formation for engines produced between 1951 and 1963.
SC - Oils with additives to prevent deposit formation and low-temperature sludge for engines produced between 1964 and 1967.
SD - Additized oils with detergent and dispersant additives for engines produced between 1968 and 1971.
SE - Oils for highly stressed engines produced between 1971 and 1979.
SF - Oils for heavily loaded engines produced between 1980 and 1988.
SG - Oils for engines produced between 1988 and 1993 that meet the strictest requirements for minimizing wear and deposit formation.
SH - Oils with the same properties as SG but tested under more stringent standards. Intended for engines produced in 1996 and older.
SJ - Oil for engines produced in 2001 and older.
SL - Oils exceeding API SJ with improved fuel economy and extended change intervals.
SM - Top quality oils exceeding API SL with increased oxidation stability, better wear protection, and deposit control. Implemented since 2004.

Oils for Spark-Ignition and Light-Duty Compression-Ignition Engines
A1/B1 - Additized oils to prevent deposit formation on pistons, sludge, wear, and oxidation at high temperatures. They meet the requirements for ultra-light operation and fuel economy. Suitable for only some engines.
A3/B3 - Oils intended for highly loaded spark-ignition and compression-ignition engines or for extended change intervals as recommended by the engine manufacturer.
A3/B4 - Oils for high-performance spark-ignition engines and compression-ignition engines with direct fuel injection, also suitable for use described in category B3.
A5/B5 - Highly stable oils designed for extended change intervals in highly loaded spark-ignition and compression-ignition engines. They meet requirements for ultra-light operation and fuel economy. Suitable for only specially designed engines.
Oils compatible with catalysts – for spark-ignition and light-duty compression-ignition engines
C1 - Oils intended for use with DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) and TWC (Three-Way Catalyst) catalysts in high-performance engines requiring low-viscosity oil with low SAPS (chemical limits) and with high-temperature high shear viscosity (HTHSV) exceeding 2.9 mPa.s. Oils extend the life of catalysts and reduce fuel consumption. Suitable only for specially designed engines.engine oils.
C2 - Oils for use with DPF and TWC catalysts in high-performance engines designed for low-viscosity oils with HTHSV greater than 2.9 mPa.s. The oils extend the lifespan of DPF and TWC catalysts and reduce fuel consumption. They are suitable only for specially designed engines.
C3 - Oils for use with DPF and TWC catalysts in high-performance engines. They extend the lifespan of DPF and TWC catalysts. They are suitable only for specially designed engines.
Oils for diesel engines of trucks
E2 - General-purpose oils for naturally aspirated and turbocharged engines, moderately to heavily loaded, and with normal change intervals.
E4 - Oils providing excellent cylinder cleanliness protection – against wear and soot. They are recommended for high-performance engines meeting Euro 1, Euro 2, Euro 3, and Euro 4 emissions standards, operating under severe conditions, e.g., extended change intervals, according to the engine manufacturer’s recommendations. They are suitable for engines without particulate filters and for some engines equipped with exhaust gas recirculation or SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) systems, according to the engine manufacturer’s recommendations.
E6 - Oils providing excellent cylinder cleanliness protection – against wear and soot. They are recommended for high-performance engines meeting Euro 1, Euro 2, Euro 3, and Euro 4 emissions standards, operating under severe conditions, e.g., extended change intervals, according to the engine manufacturer’s recommendations. They are suitable for engines equipped with exhaust gas recirculation with or without particulate filters and for engines with SCR systems. E6 - quality especially recommended for engines with particulate filters and is qualified in combination with low sulfur fuel (max. 50 ppm). However, always follow the engine manufacturer’s recommendations.
E7 - Oils providing effective cleanliness protection and against cylinder polishing. They further improve protection against wear, deposits, and soot. They are recommended for high-performance engines meeting Euro 1, Euro 2, Euro 3, and Euro 4 emissions standards, operating under severe conditions, e.g., extended change intervals, according to the engine manufacturer’s recommendations. They are suitable for engines without particulate filters and for most engines equipped with exhaust gas recirculation or SCR systems, according to the engine manufacturers’ recommendations.
Note: Categories A2 and B2 are not included in the current edition. However, they remain valid in the latest version as long as they are recommended by manufacturers in service manuals.
Categories E3 and E5 are replaced by categories E6 and E7.

Explanations:

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) - particulate filter
TWC (Three Way Catalyst) - three-way catalyst
EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) - exhaust gas recirculation
SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) - selective catalytic reduction of NOx: treatment of exhaust gas composition with urea (AdBlue agent = 32.5% aqueous solution of urea)

Automobile and engine manufacturer standards
Many automobile and engine manufacturers require engine oils to meet additional specifications not included in previous classification methodologies.


How to correctly choose engine oil?
1. The first principle when choosing engine oil is to follow the instructions of the motorcycle manufacturer, provided in the manual for each vehicle. Only the engine manufacturer (vehicle) can responsibly state which oil can be used. Practically no manufacturer recommends a specific oil brand (it contradicts competition laws in the European Union). Manufacturers (of automobiles) recommend oils according to so-called performance specifications, e.g., API SH/CD, ACEA A3, VW 505.00, MB 229.1, and viscosity specifications SAE, e.g.15W-40, 10W-40. For the recommended oils, the change intervals are specified.
2. For oils with the same performance specification, the same change interval is recommended.
3. If you do not have the vehicle manual, consult the manufacturer. Remember, the vehicle manufacturer does not recommend a specific brand of oil, only the performance and viscosity specifications.
4. If the oil meets the performance and viscosity specifications (or a higher specification), it can be used. A higher performance level is acceptable, but it is usually more expensive and may not provide much benefit.
5. If you are changing from a low-performance specification oil (M5AD, M6AD) to a new high-performance oil, shorten the change interval for the first change (this will allow for the flushing out of deposits).
6. Do not mix mineral oils (SAE 15W-40, 15W-50, 20W-30,40) with synthetic oils (SAE 0W and 5W-30, 40, 50).