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Old May 13, 2010 | 12:46 PM
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im replacing my cam cover, i have the shop manual, but does not say anything about taking cam cover off. if i drain the oil, can i take the cam cover right off?

is it that easy? not too sure what to do?
 
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Old May 13, 2010 | 12:49 PM
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You don't need to drain the oil if the bike is on the side stand. You will lose a few drops, but not too much. There is a specific pattern for torquing the bolts back down. Get a new gasket. It really is that easy.

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yup very easy process, just as easy as DREW said....
I just did mine the other day new gasket is 5 bucks
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thanks guys! nice to have peace of mind when in doubt.


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