Front Brake Leaking?
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Road Master
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Front Brake Leaking?
I noticed on my 08 EGC that the front brake reservoir seems to have some seep marks just under the rubber gasket. It looks consistent all the way around the reservoir Never any drips but a little shine or glistening from something? Is this normal? Everything seems to be tight.
Thanks for any feedback any of you may have.
T
Thanks for any feedback any of you may have.
T
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Road Master
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From: MKE, WI
havent had the bike all that long. I bought it used with 3700 miles on it so I'm not sure how long it has done it. I have noticed it and wipe the residue away. might have to leave it after I ride it to see how bad it will get?.
my 07 has been leaking just a little,now the paint is peeling,so ya will want to keep an eye on it..Brake fluid is pretty good paint remover.
Road Master
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From: Oregon
i had the same issue. i tried tightening the lid, loosening the lid, etc. i finally threw the whole thing in the trash and bought a new takeoff off ebay for $30. no more leaks...i think it was the lid seal but it had leaked for so long the paint was all blistered on the Master Cylinder
Road Warrior
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From: North Texas
Replace the seal. If it's tightened too tight once, it will damage the seal and will leak thereafter.
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Just had the cover replaced on my 08 under warranty. FWIW, the new part number is a "B" revision for the cover. I made sure I grabbed the "B" since we still have an "A" in stock. I don't know if the revision had something to do with the seepage issues or not, but just in case. Get it replaced as what comes next is the blistering and then it will eat the entire master cylinder if you don't catch it now.