🏎️ Dominate the track with America’s #1 racing oil — because your engine deserves the best!
PROUDLY AMERICAN - Formulated and made in the USA to extend engine life and boost performance
DOUBLE ZINC DEFENSE - Twice the zinc content for unmatched wear protection on pistons, cams, and bearings
RACE READY VISCOSITY - SAE 20W-50 designed for peak performance under extreme conditions
FOAM FREE RELIABILITY - Enhanced anti-foam agents safeguard critical engine parts at high speeds
FRICTION FIGHTING FORMULA - Special modifiers reduce friction and heat, unlocking maximum power and torque
Valvoline VR1 Racing Synthetic SAE 20W-50 is a full synthetic motor oil engineered for high-performance gasoline and alcohol-fueled engines. Featuring double zinc anti-wear protection, advanced friction modifiers, and enhanced anti-foam agents, it ensures maximum power, torque, and engine longevity under extreme racing conditions. Proudly made in the USA, it’s the trusted choice for both modern and classic high-performance motors.
Specifications
Viscosity
20W 50 sae_grade
Brand
Valvoline
Vehicle Service Type
Car, Truck
Flash Point
394 Degrees Fahrenheit
UPC
074130014602 074130014619
Automotive Fit Type
Vehicle Specific Fit
Global Trade Identification Number
00074130014619
Manufacturer
Valvoline
OEM Part Number
679082
Model
VR1 Racing
Item Weight
5 ounces
Product Dimensions
4.23 x 2.65 x 9 inches
Country of Origin
USA
Item model number
679082
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer
No
Exterior
Machined
Manufacturer Part Number
679082
Special Features
AMERICA’S #1 RACING OIL is recommended for high-performance gasoline engines as well as those burning full or partial alcohol fuels
Have a Question? See What Others Asked
Is this a full synthetic ? I notice they sell a black container also.
Might be a dumb question but is this oil synthetic? I don't see anything on it that says it is.
Is the $32.36 price for a case of 6 quarts?
The date codes on the bottles are July 2013. Do you have any oil for sale that is newer? Say late 2014?
Reviews
4.8
All from verified purchases
A**5
ONE OF THE BEST OILS ON THE MARKET
Valvoline's synthetic and non-synthetic racing oils are in the top 3-5 oils on the market. They certainly are the best value going! I've used both motor oils (20w/50 non-syn for break-in and syn for competition) for my 1967 BSA race bike and couldn't be happier. I've spent hours researching oils and they have among the best blend of zinc, phosphorus, ZDDP, base oils, and psi wear protection of any oil without having excess ZDDP that can cause corrosion and reduce engine longevity. No need for ZDDP additives with Valvoline's racing oils. They are the recommended oil of leading British motorcycle suppliers and are excellent for vintage engines with flat tappet cam protection. I was willing to spend whatever I needed for motor oil to protect my engine. But, it really isn't necessary to spend 2X - 4X more and still not get the same protection. I know this sounds like a paid commercial (which it isn't). You can do your own homework or you can listen to what others who depend on excellent oil for their engines have to say.
C**S
Excellent, as advertised
The right pick for a classic car
B**E
super slick
I run this exclusively in my Ducati V4R. Since the bike shares engine oil and gearbox oil, I’ve seen significantly smoother shifting than other oils I’ve tried. Be cautious of use in bikes with wet clutches, I have a dry clutch so I am not concerned. Excellent value and cleanliness too. The blue color is also easier to see on my engine case’s sightglass, so that’s an added benefit:
D**D
Saved me
Would buy again
J**
Good price
I run this oil in race engine on a dirt track application.
F**E
Great oil for race/street motors nitrous motor will benefit from this oil
Oil works great in modified engines. By modified I mean bigger cam, forged pistons etc.Note that the EPA is removing zinc from all oils even syn. oil are not as good as the were a few years ago.The heavy weight may not be good for stock tight bearing clearances.
J**E
Evo build loves this stuff
Too bad my pan leaked it out.. expensive mistake
H**N
Use in Harley Twin Cam Engines
In my experience this is a better oil in the Twin Cam engine than the V-Twin version, which is basically the same oil as the V-Twin oil without the friction modifier added for the wet clutch. Being dyed blue helps see it on the dipstick and would likely help identify the fluid quickly in case of a leak. I cannot find a better price than Amazon and buy cases of this stuff.
Common Questions
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Valvoline VR1 Racing Motor Oil - High Zinc Provides Race-Level Protection for Any Vehicle
Valvoline offers a line of racing motor oils that are designed for the serious racer. Race car engines are operated at high speeds for hours at a time. In order to get optimal performance from your engine, it is important to choose the right racing motor oil.
Racing oils are critical for creating a balance between preventing wear and engine failure while maintaining power and durability. Valvoline racing oils are optimized for track use and engineered to provide you with maximum horsepower while protecting engine parts in extreme racing conditions. Each racing oil product has been engineered with both power and durability in mind. Plus, they are specially formulated with zinc and phosphorus additives to create a protective film that reduces metal-to-metal contact and friction on engine parts.
More NASCAR Sprint Cup and top NHRA crew chiefs use Valvoline. Valvoline Racing Oil's exclusive chemistry is designed to reduce friction and enhance power. It is among the most popular engine lubricants in all types of racing including paved and dirt ovals, and drag racing. It is formulated for race engines, but compatible with passenger vehicles too.
Frequently Asked Questions About Valvoline VR1 Racing Motor Oil
When did Valvoline start making motor oil specifically for racing? Racers have been depending on Valvoline for more than 100 years. Valvoline formulated the first racing motor oil in 1965 and Valvoline VR-1 Racing Motor Oil is the best-selling motor oil of all time. It can also be used for today's cars.
What are the benefits to using a racing oil versus a regular \"street legal\" oil? The Valvoline VR1 Racing and \"Not Street Legal\" Racing Oils contain additional additives for increased horsepower and reduced friction on metal parts, provide extra wear protection for high compression/higher horsepower engines, and include less detergents than regular conventional motor oils.
What is zinc? The anti-wear additive simply referred to as \"zinc\" by most car enthusiasts is actually short for Zinc DialkylDithiophosphates or ZDDP. Its primary role is to prevent metal-to-metal contact between engine parts by forming a protective film. Despite being referred to as \"zinc,\" this additive actually contains zinc and phosphorus, with phosphorus performing the anti-wear function.
Why have the zinc/phosphorus levels in motor oil changed? With ever increasing limits on emissions, automobile manufacturers have tightened emission control systems on newer vehicles. This is one of several factors considered when the American Petroleum Institute (API) sets standards for motor oil. The current API standard is \"SM\" which replaced the previous \"SL\" classification. Because phosphorus can poison a vehicle's emission system, the level of zinc is lower for current motor oil.
What is the controversy surrounding the amount of zinc in motor oil? Many hands-on car enthusiasts and engine experts believe the lower levels of zinc in \"SM\" motor oil is causing excessive wear in older style push-rod and flat tappet engines. This is despite the fact that all new motor oil classifications are intended to be backward compatible. This has resulted in the widely accepted belief that modern motor oil is not adequate to protect older engines.
What solutions does Valvoline offer to the zinc issue? Valvoline offers two solutions to the zinc issue:
1. Valvoline VR1: Contains 75% higher zinc than SM motor oil with a balanced additive package designed to work in both racing and street-legal applications. This product will protect older style push-rod and flat tappet engines. Valvoline provides this product in both multi and mono viscosity grades: 20w50, straight 50, 10w30, straight 30, straight 40, and straight 60.
2. Longer-Lasting Zinc/Phosphorus: Valvoline uses an advanced zinc/phosphorus additive that keeps higher levels of phosphorus in the motor oil where it protects the engine instead of poisoning the catalytic converter. Valvoline is the only brand offering this unique additive across its entire line of passenger car motor oils including SynPower -- the only synthetic offering this additive.
Which oil has more zinc/ZDDP: VR1 or \"Not Street Legal\" oil? Valvoline VR1 Racing Oil contains .13% of Zinc and .12% of Phosphorus compared to the Valvoline \"Not Street Legal\" Racing Oil which contains .14% of Zinc and .13% of Phosphorus.
Can I use an additive to boost the zinc level? You can use an additive to increase the zinc level. However, check with your motor oil manufacturer to ensure the additive is compatible with your motor oil.
Is VR1 a conventional oil, a synthetic or a blend? Valvoline VR1 is a conventional, non-synthetic racing oil.
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