Royal Enfield 3600053 – Essentials Front Fork Oil Grade SS8 (500ml) for Classic, Bullet, Meteor, Himalayan & 650 Twins

Keep your Royal Enfield’s front suspension working like new with Royal Enfield 3600053 – Front Fork Oil, Grade SS8 (500ml). This is a genuine Essentials series suspension oil, listed in the official Royal Enfield price list as “FRONT FORK OIL – GRADE SS8” under part number 3600053.

SS8 is Royal Enfield’s updated fork oil formulation designed for better damping, smoother rebound and improved ride comfort compared to generic workshop oils. The 500ml pack size is ideal for a complete fork oil change on most Royal Enfield motorcycles, giving you enough volume for both fork legs with a small safety margin. Dealer catalogues and specialist stores list this product specifically as “Fork Oil – Grade SS8 – 500ml”, confirming capacity and OE usage.

Suitable for all Royal Enfield models with telescopic front forks – from older UCE Classic and Bullet to J-Series Meteor/Classic Reborn and even the 650 Twins – SS8 helps the front end stay planted over bad roads, speed breakers and highway undulations. If your bike feels bouncy, dives too much under braking or has never had a fork oil change, switching to fresh OEM 3600053 SS8 is one of the simplest, highest-impact maintenance jobs you can do.

Use it for regular fork service, rebuilds after seal changes, or when upgrading the ride feel before a long tour.

Key Features

• Genuine Royal Enfield OEM fluid – Part No. 3600053 – Front Fork Oil, Grade SS8, as per official RE price list.

• 500ml factory pack – listed by dealer channels as “Fork Oil – Grade SS8 – 500ml”; ideal quantity for a full change on most RE models.

• OEM SS8 damping grade – engineered by Royal Enfield for controlled compression & rebound in Indian riding conditions.

• Compatible across platforms – Classic 350/500, Bullet, Electra, Thunderbird, Meteor 350, Classic Reborn, Himalayan 411, Scram 411, Interceptor 650 & Continental GT 650 (telescopic forks).

• Improves ride comfort & stability – reduces front-end harshness, brake dive and wallowing when properly filled to spec.

• Extends fork life – fresh, correct-grade oil helps protect fork internals and seals from premature wear.

• Easy to pour & workshop friendly – sealed 500ml bottle with OEM labelling is ideal for DIY and professional service.

• Safer than generic oils – viscosity and additives are matched to Royal Enfield fork design, avoiding guesswork with random 10W/15W fluids.

Compatibility Table

(Fluid – safe for all RE telescopic forks; always follow model-specific quantity in service manual.)

Note: 3600053 is a fork oil, not engine oil. Always cross-check fork oil volume and change interval in your owner’s/service manual.

PLEASE CHECK PART NUMBER BEFORE PURCHASE 

Variants

This listing is for the standard OEM 500ml SS8 pack:

• Variant: Front Fork Oil – Grade SS8

• Part Number: 3600053

• Pack Size: 500ml bottle

• Type: Genuine Royal Enfield Essentials Fork Oil

(If you also stock 3600005 – Front Fork Oil 200ml and 3600006 – Front Fork Oil 500ml (non-SS8), you can link them as related products, not variants, because the grade is different.)

FAQs

Q1. What is the difference between 3600053 SS8 and normal fork oil (3600005/3600006)?
3600005/3600006 are generic RE fork oils by pack size, while 3600053 is specifically listed as “Front Fork Oil – Grade SS8”, a newer Essentials-range grade tuned for modern RE suspension. SS8 is designed for improved damping consistency and comfort.

Q2. Is 500ml enough for a complete fork oil change?
For most Royal Enfield models, total fork oil capacity falls between ~380ml–480ml, so a single 500ml bottle is usually enough for both fork legs with a margin. Always follow the exact ml/spec in your service manual.

Q3. Can I use 3600053 SS8 on my Meteor 350 / Classic Reborn?
Yes. SS8 fork oil is suitable for J-Series models like Meteor 350 and Classic 350 Reborn, as well as older UCE bikes and the 650 Twins, provided your bike uses telescopic forks (not special cartridges/other fluids).

Q4. How often should fork oil be changed?
A good rule of thumb is every 10,000–15,000 km or 1–2 years, whichever comes first, especially if you ride on broken roads, do touring, or notice increased fork dive or harshness.

Q5. Can I mix SS8 with other fork oils?
It’s always best to drain completely and refill only with SS8 to maintain consistent damping. Mixing unknown grades/brands can change viscosity and ride feel.