Royal Enfield 3600073 – SS-47G Front Fork Oil (Sherpa 450 & 650 Twin USD Forks – Himalayan 450 / Guerrilla 450 / Super Meteor 650 / Shotgun 650 / Bear 650)

Royal Enfield 3600073 is the official SS-47G grade front fork oil developed specifically for the brand’s newest premium platforms – Himalayan 450, Guerrilla 450, Super Meteor 650, Shotgun 650 and Interceptor Bear 650. All of these motorcycles use advanced Showa-type USD front forks, and their owner’s manuals clearly specify SS-47G fork oil as the recommended grade for correct damping and long component life.

SS-47G is a medium 10W-class fork oil tuned for stable performance over long distances, varying temperatures, and rough surfaces – ideal for Indian as well as global riding conditions. Enthusiast forums and technical discussions also reference SS-47G as a Showa-sourced formulation used by multiple OEMs for USD forks.

Use this oil when performing fork service on any Royal Enfield that explicitly calls for SS-47G in its handbook or technical sheet. For older UCE / J-Series telescopic forks that specify SS8 or generic RE fork oil, continue using SS8 (3600005 / 3600006) instead.

This listing supplies 1 × genuine Royal Enfield Essentials bottle of SS-47G fork oil (part no. 3600073), sourced from official channels – perfect for workshops and serious DIY owners who want OEM-correct suspension feel and minimum guesswork.

Key Features 

• Genuine Royal Enfield Essentials SS-47G fork oil – OEM-approved for latest RE USD forks

• Correct grade for Himalayan 450, Guerrilla 450, Super Meteor 650, Shotgun 650 & Bear 650, as specified in official manuals

• Approx. 10W viscosity Showa-type formulation – balances comfort and control over bad roads and highways

• Designed for USD forks with separate left/right oil volumes, ensuring consistent damping across the stroke

• Maintains viscosity under hard braking, heat and repeated compression, reducing fork dive and bottoming

• Helps protect fork internals and seals from premature wear, rust and sludge build-up

• Fully compatible with OEM service schedules and capacities listed in Royal Enfield technical sheets

• Zero guesswork upgrade for riders switching from generic fork oils to the exact factory-specified grade

• Supplied in sealed Royal Enfield Essentials packaging – ideal for professional workshops and serious DIYers

Compatibility Table

(Only models where SS-47G is explicitly specified by Royal Enfield – no guesswork)

*Source: Official Royal Enfield owners’ manuals and technical specification PDFs for each model.

❗ Do NOT use this oil in classic UCE / J-Series / 650 twins that specify SS8 or generic RE fork oil. For those models, use SS8 grade (e.g., 3600005 / 3600006) instead.

Variants

• Single variant:

  • Product: Royal Enfield Essentials SS-47G Front Fork Oil

  • Part Number: 3600073

  • Pack size 600 ML  OEM bottle – volume as per current RE packaging 

FAQs 

1. Which Royal Enfield bikes need SS-47G fork oil?
All official manuals currently list SS-47G for Himalayan 450, Guerrilla 450, Super Meteor 650, Shotgun 650 and Interceptor Bear 650. If your handbook mentions SS-47G, this is the correct oil.

2. Is SS-47G the same as normal Royal Enfield fork oil or SS8?
No. Older UCE / J-Series bikes and early 650s typically specify SS8 or generic RE fork oil, while the newer Sherpa 450 and 650 USD forks specifically call for SS-47G. Always follow your bike’s manual.

3. What viscosity is SS-47G equivalent to?
Technical discussions and vendor data indicate SS-47G is a Showa-type 10W-class fork oil, tuned for USD forks that need stable damping and good support under braking.

4. How much SS-47G do I need for a fork oil change?
Each model has specific left/right fork volumes (for example, Himalayan 450 uses roughly 589 ml in the RH leg and 507 ml in the LH leg). Always measure according to your manual rather than filling blindly.

5. Can I mix SS-47G with other fork oils or ATF?
Mixing different fork oils is not recommended. For best performance and predictable damping, fully drain the forks and refill only with fresh SS-47G when your motorcycle specifies this grade.