I'm trying with my kids.  They are only 8 and 6 so I have a few years ahead of me.

This right here is the most important. Demographics. 

Funny thing is ves Polaris oil has no certification Information on bottles. I looked today. 

Oh there is an agenda alright. 

BRP oil is made by Lube-Tech in Minnesota.     Not sure who makes VES but I wont be surprised if its the same company.      As long as you run as quality oil made with the same certifications as the OEM oil you are fine.     The OEMs are just covering their azz in the event that you run some old mineral chain saw oil in your 180hp sled.    I personally run Liqui Moly Oil in my sleds as I hate the smell that E-Tec oil gives off.      Never had an issue with it.