Motorcycle Maintenance and Oil Information for 1996 Buell S3 Thunderbolt 1200
An engine-oil service on the 1996 Buell S3 Thunderbolt 1200 calls for more than a product match. Identify the correct oil requirement for this particular motorcycle, then follow the prescribed drain, refill, and final level-check steps.
What type of oil does a 1996 Buell S3 Thunderbolt 1200 take?
In the product lookup for this model, 20W-50 is the engine-oil grade shown. The matching product listing includes 20W-50 Synthetic V-Twin Motorcycle Oil. Check the owner’s manual for any additional oil requirements beyond the listed viscosity.
Which oil filter is listed for a 1996 Buell S3 Thunderbolt 1200?
The oil-filter part numbers listed for this vehicle include EAOM134C-EA, EAOM134-EA.

