Recent breakthroughs in the use of radioactive trace elements in Two-Cycle engine oil have enabled Maxima to develop this research report.

Tests were made using these gas/oil ratios: 25:1, 40:1, and 60:1. The figures below reflect a 41.6:1 oil/gas ratio - an average taken from the three test ratios.

Of the remaining oil in the engine after it is stopped, 4.5% is retained on the piston/skirt and cylinder wall (1); 4.5% on the piston ring (2); 1.3% on the piston pin bearing (3); and 2.5% is retained in the crankcase, and 63.2% is retained on other components, such as rod and cylinder wall surfaces.

CONCLUSIONS

• Many engines are over-lubricated at idle, sufficiently lubed at half throttle, and marginally lubed at full throttle. At full throttle for long periods of time, severe engine damage may result from insufficient lubrication.
• As the engine size decreases and RPM's increase, oil migration times decrease dramatically.
• Oil moves through and around internal engine components at various rates.
• Oil retention on major engine components (after engine is stopped) decreases as RPM's increase.

Maxima Recommends: Oil/gas ratio must vary according to anticipated use:

• Many lubricant producers recommend the same gas/oil ratio for all types of riding and racing. Maxima feels this approach is too general, and urges motorcycle owners to make their decisions based on the above research.
• All of the above measurements are approximations, and should not be considered 100% accurate. They are meant to provide the browser with a basic understanding of two-cycle engine lubrication characteristics.