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06-24-2012, 04:37 PM
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Should a new vStrom have some engine oil seepage?
Should a new vStrom have some engine oil seepage?
I was cleaning the bottom of my bike the other day & noticed that an inordinate amount of dirt was clinging to a few spots on the bottom of the engine indicating a tiny amount of oil seepage. Is this normal or is it indicative of some problems several months/years down the road?
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06-24-2012, 05:19 PM
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There should be no seepage. Are you sure it is ongoing? If there is still oil appearing following a cleaning you can take it in on warranty or first torque the drain plug to 15lb-ft to see if that is the culprit.
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06-24-2012, 10:43 PM
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06-24-2012, 10:47 PM
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That can come from the grease applied to O-rings and seals during assembly rather than seepage. See if it continues after cleaning.
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Pat- 2007 DL650A was ridden to all 48 contiguous states. 2012 DL650A is just getting started. Nicknames for posting ease on my part, Vee = all DL1000s. Wee = 2004-2011 DL650s. Glee = 2012+ DL650s
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06-24-2012, 11:07 PM
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