Nigerian Man Uses Palm Oil as Motorcycle Lubricant: Is It Safe?

Ilesanmi AdekanbiNovember 1, 2023

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man was using palm oil as a lubricant for his motorcycle

A Nigerian man poured a bottle of palm oil into his motorcycle’s engine and used it as a lubricant. The video of this incident went viral on TikTok, where it was viewed by over 630k users.

Source gathered that the man had been doing it for years and it worked just as well as regular motorcycle oil. He said that he started using palm oil because it was cheaper than regular motorcycle oil and he also liked that it was a natural product.

In the video seen by Newsflash Nigeria, the man was seen emptying the red oil into the engine of his bike, which looked new and shiny. It seemed that he was in a mechanic workshop when he did this.

Many people commented on the video and argued that the oil might damage the engine when it gets heated.

Some people were curious to know if the bike worked well after that, but the man did not ride it or answer any questions. Some people also joked that he could use the oil to eat yam or that the price of red oil would increase because of this.

Some people have expressed concern about the safety of using palm oil as a motorcycle lubricant. They say that palm oil can clog up the motorcycle’s engine and cause it to overheat. They also say that palm oil is not as effective as regular motorcycle oil at lubricating the engine’s moving parts.

Some people also suggested that using palm oil as a lubricant might be beneficial for Africa, as it is a locally produced product.

However, the Nigerian man who is using palm oil as a motorcycle lubricant says that he has never had any problems with it. He says that his motorcycle runs smoothly and has never overheated. He also says that he has never had to replace any of the engine’s moving parts due to wear and tear.

It is important to note that there is no scientific evidence to support the claim that palm oil is a safe and effective motorcycle lubricant. In fact, some experts believe that using palm oil as a motorcycle lubricant could damage the engine and shorten its lifespan.

If you are considering using palm oil as a motorcycle lubricant, it is important to weigh the risks and benefits carefully. You should also consult with a qualified motorcycle mechanic to get their opinion on the safety of using palm oil as a lubricant.

man was using palm oil as a lubricant for his motorcycle