Was poking around the scoot tonight and noticed a spot of oil on the garage floor about 2" in diameter. I looked at the area around the case seam directly under the jugs and immediately saw what appeared to be weeping and little "dampness" from oil. I also noticed some material coming out from between the seam, which I assume is the sealant they use. Kind of stretchy. I know some time ago 2004 or so that HD used subpar sealer at the factory, and a number of scoots had to have their cases resealed, but didn't think that was much of an issue anymore. Does this sound like the issue I might be having? Fortunately I'm under warranty and will likely take this in to the dealer in short order. Input ahead of time appreciated, for example, should I have the lefty bearing upgrade done if this is the issue? Thanks.

TedMan

 

suggest you post year/model/mods.

otherwise it's all a guess.

oil always ends up at the lowest point.

spraying the suspect area (s) with drugstore foot powder will often show the source.

as an owner of many bikes, unless it is new, unless it is a problem, pulling a running motor for a leak or seep is wasted money and effort


but that's just me.

mike

 

Thanks for the feedback Mike. Bike is 2011 RKC 103. I've got SE 204 cams, FM pushrods, AC, FM 2-1-2, and oil pressure gauge (Jerzee). I have checked extensively and there are no leaks/weeps coming from anywhere up top or around cam chest. It all seems to be below just along the seam on the case. I cleaned it up last night best I could around the area, started the bike and let it run for a bit, then shut it down. I will check it this morning. What is the story with foot powder? If the oil soaks thru then that's where the leak is?

TedMan