Castrol India Limited announced the launch of its new fully synthetic motorcycle engine oil Castrol® Power1® Ultimate on November 30. Castrol® Power1® Ultimate meets the requirements of API SN and JASO MA, JASO MA2, and JASO MB. The motorcycle engine oil is also backward compatible with older API passenger car engine oil categories, although it is formulated specifically for two-wheelers, which has distinct requirements from four-wheelers. India is a predominantly two- and three-wheeler market.

“Since its inception, Castrol has always come up with unique ways to anticipate and stay ahead of ever-evolving consumer preferences through advanced technologies. It is with this pioneering spirit to delight our customers that the Castrol® Power1® Ultimate range has been crafted. Designed specifically for bikers who enjoy the thrill of riding, the newest member of the Castrol family is committed to delivering ultimate performance, thus extending our vision to make tomorrow bigger for our consumers,” said Sandeep Sangwan, managing director of Castrol India Limited.

The company states that Castrol® Power1® Ultimate was crafted to help unlock a bike’s “ultimate performance through its unique 5-in-1 formula, that delivers the thrill of outstanding performance” through five key benefits:

• Excellent acceleration
• Excellent protection
• Enduring performance
• Smooth riding, and
• Keeps engine cool

Castrol’s latest premium range of lubricants is available in a range of viscosity grades, including SAE 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-50 and 20W-50 for bikes and sports bikes, as well as SAE 5W-40 for scooters.