🏍️ Why Atlas Honda Prefers 10W-30 Oil in New Bikes

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Why Honda Recommends 10W-30 for New Bikes

Example bottle of Honda/Atlas Honda 10W-30 engine oil

At AL KARAM MOTORS (📞 0300-7892413) we always strive to bring you the most accurate and up-to-date advice for your motorcycle’s health. One question we often get: “Why does Atlas Honda now recommend 10W-30 oil in their new bikes?” Let’s break it down.

Understanding the Basics

Oil Type > Grade: The “type” of oil refers to its base composition (mineral, semi-synthetic, fully synthetic). The “grade” refers to how thin or thick it flows under different temperature conditions (for example: 10W-30, 20W-40, 20W-50).

For modern motorcycle engines, the right combination of oil type and grade can make a significant difference — in starting, performance, fuel efficiency and engine life.

Why Atlas Honda Picks 10W-30 for New Bikes

• Modern Engine Design: The newer Honda engines have tighter clearances and more precise machining, which means they respond better to thinner, faster-flowing oils.
• Better Fuel Efficiency: A 10W-30 grade oil offers reduced internal friction, resulting in improved mileage — a major advantage for daily riders.
• Faster Lubrication at Start-up: The “10W” rating indicates the oil remains thin during cold starts, so it reaches engine parts quickly and minimizes wear.
• Improved Cooling & Smooth Running: Thinner oil moves more freely, helps carry away heat faster, and contributes to smoother gear shifts and quieter operation.
• Global Honda Recommendation: Honda’s worldwide standard for their newer small-engine bikes is SAE 10W-30 (API SL / JASO MA2) for optimal protection and performance.
• Eco-friendly Compatibility: Newer bikes from Honda often include modern exhaust and emission systems — 10W-30 aids in maintaining lower emissions and protecting these components.

What This Means For You

If you ride a new Honda bike — such as the CD70 (new model), CB125F, CB150F or similar — choosing 10W-30 oil (preferably fully synthetic or semi-synthetic) means:

• Better starts even on chilly mornings.
• Smoother engine behaviour and better shifting.
• Improved fuel economy.
• Stronger engine protection & longer oil change intervals.

If your bike is older and built on the old 20W-40 era (for example older CD70, older CG125, etc.), the thicker oil may still have its place — but for new generation bikes, 10W-30 is the forward-looking choice.

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