Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Regional Forums > sub-Saharan Africa
sub-Saharan Africa Topics specific to sub-Saharan Africa. (Includes all countries South of 17 degrees latitude)
Photo by George Guille, It's going to be a long 300km... Bolivian Amazon

I haven't been everywhere...
but it's on my list!


Photo by George Guille
It's going to be a long 300km...
Bolivian Amazon



Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 14 Jan 2016
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Togliatti, Russia
Posts: 261
motorcycle engine oil in Nigeria or Cameroon

hi guys, does anybody know how to get a normal motorcycle oil in Abuja or Yaounde? I've found an oil for a cars only in Abuja. So I can use it for my Africa Twin, but still scared of a wet clutch destroying. In Cameroon they have a Total more developed, than nigerians have. Maybe also caronnese totals cell a proper oil for motorcycles. Any advices?
Thanks.

Alex
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 14 Jan 2016
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Oakland, CA
Posts: 95
motorcycle engine oil in Nigeria or Cameroon

Hi Alex,

Yes, check the Total stations in Cameroon. They have real motorcycle oil (both of the big Total stations I visited had it, in Douala and Yaounde). FYI in Lome I used Total Quartz 7000 (meant for cars) in my XT600 and it seems to work fine.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 14 Jan 2016
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: London, now Lagos
Posts: 35
Anything about bikes you should check Argotio in Abuja, he'll sort you out.
http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hub...ad.php?t=84812

Sent from my Nexus 9 using Tapatalk
__________________
London to Bamako, Oct-Nov 2009, KTM 640 Adventure + DR650SE
Lagos to Libreville, Dec 2015, KTM 640 + DR650
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 14 Jan 2016
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Togliatti, Russia
Posts: 261
Quote:
Originally Posted by kristox View Post
Anything about bikes you should check Argotio in Abuja, he'll sort you out.
Found a good bike shop / mechanic in Lagos - Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB

Sent from my Nexus 9 using Tapatalk
Argo is sitting with me here in Abuja but he doesn't have any motorcycle oil, just 1l of repsol.
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 14 Jan 2016
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Brooklyn, NY, USA
Posts: 238
If you are worried about wet clutch problems, use diesel truck oil, it will work fine since it lacks the slippery additives of car oil. I have been using it since my first oil change on my DL650 and on my Victory that I'm now in Colombia on
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 16 Jan 2016
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Togliatti, Russia
Posts: 261
Quote:
Originally Posted by VicMitch View Post
If you are worried about wet clutch problems, use diesel truck oil, it will work fine since it lacks the slippery additives of car oil. I have been using it since my first oil change on my DL650 and on my Victory that I'm now in Colombia on
clutch is not only my worry. gearbox has a gear wheels. it makes a lot of foam in engine. also it needs a proper lubricant to avoid a wear.
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 17 Jan 2016
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Utrecht, Netherlands
Posts: 147
I was in 2010 in Abuja. Found a good mechanic who bought engine oil for me. See my post: http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hub...ia-abuja-47711
__________________
Voorbij de horizon / beyond the horizon: www.wonderfultravels.nl
Reply With Quote
Reply


Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
 

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On


Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Finally, a single cylinder adventure bike colebatch Which Bike? 305 27 Aug 2015 16:04
not all those who wander are lost | two earthlings ride around the world Rockwell Ride Tales 84 7 Dec 2014 14:23
Gaining Engine Oil: OM366A Mercedes Dave The Hat Light Overland Vehicle Tech 15 8 Nov 2013 22:44
XT600e oil leak bm150875 Yamaha Tech 6 18 Sep 2013 07:28
XT600E 2002 Engine Oil Trichelia Yamaha Tech 17 17 Nov 2011 14:25

 
 

Announcements

Thinking about traveling? Not sure about the whole thing? Watch the HU Achievable Dream Video Trailers and then get ALL the information you need to get inspired and learn how to travel anywhere in the world!

Have YOU ever wondered who has ridden around the world? We did too - and now here's the list of Circumnavigators!
Check it out now
, and add your information if we didn't find you.

Next HU Eventscalendar

HU Event and other updates on the HUBB Forum "Traveller's Advisories" thread.
ALL Dates subject to change.

2024:

Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!

Questions about an event? Ask here

HUBBUK: info

See all event details

 
World's most listened to Adventure Motorbike Show!
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)



Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.

Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.

Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.

Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!


 

What others say about HU...

"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia

"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK

"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia

"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA

"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada

"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa

"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia

"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany

Lots more comments here!



Five books by Graham Field!

Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook

"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.



Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!

New to Horizons Unlimited?

New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!

Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.

Susan and Grant Johnson Read more about Grant & Susan's story

Membership - help keep us going!

Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.

You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.




All times are GMT +1. The time now is 11:02.