Stoopid question but...
Thread Starter
|
Advanced
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 77
Likes: 0
From: Dubai, UAE
Stoopid question but...
I've just returned from a Rally in the Al Hajjar mountains and have what appears to be oil down my right side pipe. The bike was serviced at the dealer before the rally, I rode to the rally, put the bike in the show (came 2nd in the Tourer class but no cigar), had a couple of ride outs and all was fine. Only on returning home was there oil on the pipe.
Surely if it was overfilled, the oil would appear on the way to the rally. I've not had a chance to take a close look but has anyone any ideas?
Surely if it was overfilled, the oil would appear on the way to the rally. I've not had a chance to take a close look but has anyone any ideas?
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 5,615
Likes: 9
From: Escondido, CA
Check for oil around the air filter. It's probably just a little over full or you rode it hard back from the rally and had some come out the breathers. Nothing to worry about. Wipe it off and make sure you're below the full mark on the stick.
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 2,161
Likes: 4
It really does not have to be over full to cause this problem (just full). Check the oil level and around the filter like the previous poster said. It should be a little below the full mark.
BTW 2nd is better than a poke in the eye with a stick.
BTW 2nd is better than a poke in the eye with a stick.
Thread Starter
|
Advanced
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 77
Likes: 0
From: Dubai, UAE
Thanks guys, had visions of blown gasket and engine rebuild. Will get to it on Thursday and keep an eye on it over the coming days. Never had it happen before so was a bit concerned.
2nd is not 1st but couldn't compete with a 23" front wheel and custom front fender. Winning bike was a stunner. Maybe next time...
2nd is not 1st but couldn't compete with a 23" front wheel and custom front fender. Winning bike was a stunner. Maybe next time...
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 2,161
Likes: 4
Thanks guys, had visions of blown gasket and engine rebuild. Will get to it on Thursday and keep an eye on it over the coming days. Never had it happen before so was a bit concerned.
2nd is not 1st but couldn't compete with a 23" front wheel and custom front fender. Winning bike was a stunner. Maybe next time...
2nd is not 1st but couldn't compete with a 23" front wheel and custom front fender. Winning bike was a stunner. Maybe next time...
That's the problem with mods, someone alway's has more.
Road Master
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 874
Likes: 2
From: Southern Arizona
I had a similar thing happen on a trip to Colorado. The bike ran fine for the three days before we hit the mountains and as soon as we got some altitude the thing blew oil all over the right side of the bike. The dealer had overfilled it before I left. I just siphoned a bit of the excess oil and washed down the bike and all was well for the rest of the trip.
Trending Topics
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 2,115
Likes: 1
From: CA
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
6 Weirdest Harley-Davidsons Ever Sold to the Public
Verdad Gallardo
7 Times Harley-Davidson Chucked Tradition Out the Window
Verdad Gallardo
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
