I am always amazed when the conversation turns to engine oils and all the different truths, facts, claims, myths, stories, lies, etc etc., but the goal of extended oil changes, never mind "lifetime" oil blows me away. How much did you pay for that CVO?? And you want to save what, less than $50 on an oil change?
My 2 cents;
-Like the previous posters said, a perfect time to check other basic maintenance items.
-Air cooled motors use oil to both lubricate and cool the engine. Heat impacts oil life.
-Oils have a detergent component that helps suspend dirt and carry it to the filter. What isn't captured by the filter
gradually builds up in the oil and is continuously circulated through the engine. The more dirt the more engine wear.
-When we "tune" our engines with SERT, Mastertune or whatever, we are primarily making the air fuel ratio richer by
increasing the ratio of gas to air. This causes more gas to get pass the piston rings and mix with the oil in the case.
Gasoline is a lousy lubricant.
- Invest in what you need to do your own oil changes, use only quality synthetic lubricants, make 5000 mile the max
interval, but if you don't ride all year, change the oil before putting the bike away for the winter regardless of mileage.
Don't forget to add a fuel stabilizer to gas tank. (Save all receipts)
I personally use Amsoil 20W50 motorcycle oil in all 3 holes. I have been using Amsoil synthetic products in all my vehicles, 2 wheel, 4 wheel, even my lawnmowers, since the mid 70's with nothing but good results.
Tom P.