{"id":4858,"date":"2024-12-16T10:45:22","date_gmt":"2024-12-16T10:45:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/?page_id=4858"},"modified":"2024-12-16T10:51:22","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T10:51:22","slug":"grades","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/engine-oil\/grades\/","title":{"rendered":"Engine Oil grades list india SAE, JASO, APO, ACEA Vicsocity chart"},"content":{"rendered":"<article class=\"w-full scroll-mb-[var(--thread-trailing-height,150px)] text-token-text-primary focus-visible:outline-2 focus-visible:outline-offset-[-4px]\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-9\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\">\n<div class=\"m-auto text-base py-[18px] px-3 md:px-4 w-full md:px-5 lg:px-4 xl:px-5\">\n<div class=\"mx-auto flex flex-1 gap-4 text-base md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 md:max-w-3xl lg:max-w-[40rem] xl:max-w-[48rem]\">\n<div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words text-start [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"9e7591c0-b8dd-4a5c-b303-a1d2bfd7975d\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o-mini\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Engine_Oil_Grade\"><\/span>What is Engine Oil Grade?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/engine-oil\/grades\/#What_is_Engine_Oil_Grade\" >What is Engine Oil Grade?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/engine-oil\/grades\/#Engine_Oil_viscocity_grades\" >Engine Oil viscocity grades<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/engine-oil\/grades\/#Common_Engine_Oil_Grades\" >Common Engine Oil Grades<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/engine-oil\/grades\/#How_to_Choose_the_Right_Engine_Oil\" >How to Choose the Right Engine Oil?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>An <strong>engine oil grade<\/strong> refers to the classification of engine oils based on their viscosity, performance level, and temperature range. The grade indicates how thick or thin the oil is at different temperatures, which plays a crucial role in engine protection and performance. The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) sets the viscosity grading system, while organizations like <strong>API (American Petroleum Institute)<\/strong>, <strong>ACEA (European Automobile Manufacturers Association)<\/strong>, and <strong>JASO (Japanese Automotive Standards Organization)<\/strong> provide further specifications based on oil performance.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Engine_Oil_viscocity_grades\"><\/span>Engine Oil viscocity grades<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before the hyphen: The number before the hyphen indicates the oil&#8217;s viscosity at low temperatures, such as <strong>when the engine is cold.<\/strong><br \/>\nAfter the hyphen: The number after the hyphen indicates the oil&#8217;s viscosity at normal operating temperatures, which is <strong>around 100 degrees Celsius<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4859 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/SAE-engine-oil-viscocity-grades-multi-grade.jpg\" alt=\"SAE engine oil viscocity grades multi grade\" width=\"950\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2024\/12\/SAE-engine-oil-viscocity-grades-multi-grade.jpg 950w, https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2024\/12\/SAE-engine-oil-viscocity-grades-multi-grade-300x227.jpg 300w, https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2024\/12\/SAE-engine-oil-viscocity-grades-multi-grade-768x582.jpg 768w, https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2024\/12\/SAE-engine-oil-viscocity-grades-multi-grade-266x202.jpg 266w, https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2024\/12\/SAE-engine-oil-viscocity-grades-multi-grade-600x455.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Here are some common engine oil grades and their uses:<br \/>\n<strong>0W-20:<\/strong> A thin oil that performs well at high temperatures and is good for maximum fuel economy<br \/>\n<strong>0W-30<\/strong>: A thin oil that flows well when cold and performs well at high temperatures<br \/>\n<strong>0W-40:<\/strong> An oil that performs well at both cold starts and high temperatures<br \/>\n<strong>5W-30:<\/strong> A commonly used oil that handles a wide range of temperatures<br \/>\n<strong>5W-40:<\/strong> A fully synthetic oil that provides stable protection at both cold starts and high temperatures<br \/>\n<strong>10W-40:<\/strong> An oil that&#8217;s suitable for engines that operate at both low and high temperatures<br \/>\nThe <strong>Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) has developed a numerical coding system to grade engine oils<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Here is a <strong>summary of common engine oil grades<\/strong>, their viscosity, and key features to help you make an informed choice:<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><strong>Oil Grade<\/strong><\/th>\n<th><strong>Viscosity<\/strong><\/th>\n<th><strong>Use\/Ideal For<\/strong><\/th>\n<th><strong>Key Features<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>5W-30<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Multi-viscosity<\/td>\n<td>Modern engines in moderate climates<\/td>\n<td>Best for fuel economy, effective in both cold and warm temperatures.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>10W-40<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Multi-viscosity<\/td>\n<td>Vehicles in warmer climates or older engines<\/td>\n<td>Better protection at higher temperatures, good for high-mileage engines.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>20W-50<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Multi-viscosity<\/td>\n<td>Older or high-performance engines<\/td>\n<td>Thicker oil for better protection in high-performance or older engines.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>API SN<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Performance-based<\/td>\n<td>Gasoline engines<\/td>\n<td>Excellent protection against wear, high-temperature stability, and sludge control.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>API CJ-4<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Performance-based<\/td>\n<td>Diesel engines with emission systems<\/td>\n<td>Designed for modern diesel engines, including those with DPF.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>ACEA A3\/B3<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>European standard<\/td>\n<td>High-performance gasoline and diesel engines<\/td>\n<td>Protection against wear and high-temperature degradation.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>ACEA C3<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Low SAPS<\/td>\n<td>Modern cars with emission control systems (e.g., DPF)<\/td>\n<td>Suitable for emission systems, reduces particulate filter clogging.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>JASO MA<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Friction-based (wet clutch)<\/td>\n<td>Motorcycles with wet clutch systems<\/td>\n<td>Proper friction properties to prevent clutch slippage.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>JASO MB<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Friction-based (lower)<\/td>\n<td>Scooters or motorcycles with automatic transmissions<\/td>\n<td>Low friction for automatic transmission systems.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Engine_Oil_Grades\"><\/span>Common Engine Oil Grades<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>SAE Viscosity Grades<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>The most common viscosity grades you\u2019ll encounter are represented by numbers like <strong>5W-30<\/strong>, <strong>10W-40<\/strong>, and <strong>20W-50<\/strong>. The \u201cW\u201d stands for winter, and the numbers before and after it represent the oil\u2019s performance in cold and high temperatures, respectively.\n<ul>\n<li><strong>5W-30<\/strong>: This oil performs well in both cold and high temperatures, offering good fuel economy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>10W-40<\/strong>: Ideal for higher temperature ranges, providing better protection in hot climates.<\/li>\n<li><strong>20W-50<\/strong>: Typically used in high-performance or older engines where thicker oil is required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.statically.io\/img\/in.rajuginni.com\/gear\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/11\/Engine-oil-grade-based-on-out-side-temprature.jpg?quality=100&amp;f=auto\" alt=\"Engine oil grade based on out side temprature\" \/><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>API Service Categories<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>The <strong>API service category<\/strong> indicates the performance level of the oil. The categories are often labeled with <strong>&#8220;S&#8221; for gasoline engines<\/strong> (e.g., <strong>API SN<\/strong>, <strong>API SL<\/strong>) and <strong>&#8220;C&#8221; for diesel engines<\/strong> (e.g., <strong>API CK-4<\/strong>, <strong>API CJ-4<\/strong>).\n<ul>\n<li><strong>API SN<\/strong>: Latest standard for gasoline engines, offering excellent protection against wear, sludge, and high-temperature degradation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>API CJ-4<\/strong>: Designed for modern <strong>diesel<\/strong> engines, particularly those with emission control systems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-4848\" src=\"https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/What-is-API-in-engine-oil.jpg\" alt=\"What-is-API-in-engine-oil\" width=\"937\" height=\"634\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2024\/12\/What-is-API-in-engine-oil.jpg 937w, https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2024\/12\/What-is-API-in-engine-oil-300x203.jpg 300w, https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2024\/12\/What-is-API-in-engine-oil-768x520.jpg 768w, https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2024\/12\/What-is-API-in-engine-oil-266x180.jpg 266w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 937px) 100vw, 937px\" \/><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>ACEA (European) Standards<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>ACEA<\/strong> grades focus on the oil\u2019s ability to <strong>protect and maintain engine performance,<\/strong> with specific categories for passenger <strong>cars<\/strong> (A\/B), low SAPS (C), and heavy-duty diesel engines (E).\n<ul>\n<li><strong>ACEA A3\/B3<\/strong>: High-performance oils for gasoline and diesel engines.<\/li>\n<li><strong>ACEA C3<\/strong>: Suitable for modern vehicles with emission systems like DPF (Diesel Particulate Filters).<\/li>\n<li><strong>ACEA E9<\/strong>: Heavy-duty oils for diesel engines with advanced emission systems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-4856\" src=\"https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/m21302_inf_july_23_acea_1.jpg\" alt=\"m21302_inf_july_23_acea_1\" width=\"1000\" height=\"872\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2024\/12\/m21302_inf_july_23_acea_1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2024\/12\/m21302_inf_july_23_acea_1-300x262.jpg 300w, https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2024\/12\/m21302_inf_july_23_acea_1-768x670.jpg 768w, https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2024\/12\/m21302_inf_july_23_acea_1-266x232.jpg 266w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>JASO Standards<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>JASO<\/strong> oil grades are particularly important for <strong>motorcycles<\/strong>. They specify the oil&#8217;s friction properties, which are crucial for clutch performance in wet clutch systems.\n<ul>\n<li><strong>JASO MA<\/strong>: For motorcycles with wet clutches.<\/li>\n<li><strong>JASO MB<\/strong>: For scooters and motorcycles with automatic transmissions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>JASO MA2<\/strong> oils offer increased frictional performance, for high clutch control.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4853 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/jaso-ma-vs-ma2-vs-mb.jpg\" alt=\"jaso ma vs ma2 vs mb\" width=\"687\" height=\"460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2024\/12\/jaso-ma-vs-ma2-vs-mb.jpg 687w, https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2024\/12\/jaso-ma-vs-ma2-vs-mb-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2024\/12\/jaso-ma-vs-ma2-vs-mb-266x178.jpg 266w, https:\/\/in.rajuginni.com\/bikes\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2024\/12\/jaso-ma-vs-ma2-vs-mb-600x402.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 687px) 100vw, 687px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Choose_the_Right_Engine_Oil\"><\/span>How to Choose the Right Engine Oil?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Choosing the correct engine oil depends on several factors:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Vehicle type<\/strong>: Whether your vehicle is a passenger car, commercial vehicle, or motorcycle.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Manufacturer recommendations<\/strong>: Always check your owner\u2019s manual for the recommended oil grade.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Climate conditions<\/strong>: Consider the temperature range in your area, as oils with different viscosities perform better in specific temperatures.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Engine age and performance needs<\/strong>: Older engines may require thicker oils for better protection, while newer engines may benefit from oils with better fuel economy properties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; What is Engine Oil Grade? 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