09 1125cr oil leak..??
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started bike and let it run till warm....took a bit as its only like 20 here, but checked oil and it read overfill. if infact that's the case, where would the oil come from?. bottom of case is still perfectly clean and nothing on floor.
Did you follow this procedure? Other than riding it of course.
Ride motorcycle for approximately 10 minutes. Ride at least 5 miles 8 kilometers to ensure the oil is hot and the engine is at normal operating temperature. Readings taken with colder oil could lead to an overfull engine condition.
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Hold motorcycle upright and vertical on firm level ground. An uneven surface will produce a false oil reading.
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Idle the motorcycle for three minutes. Shut off the motorcycle.
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Wait for three minutes after shutdown before reading the oil level, or false readings may result.
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Unscrew and remove dipstick from oil filler hole. Wipe dipstick clean.
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Insert dipstick into oil filler hole, screwing dipstick in completely.
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NOTE: Refer to Recommended Engine Oils. Use only recommended oil specified in Engine Lubrication: Buell 1125R Models.
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Unscrew and remove dipstick and note oil level. An indicated oil level between MIN and MAX (measured after performing steps 1 through 6) is acceptable for safe engine operation. Oil should be added in 3 to 7 fl. oz. (100 to 200 mL) increments, depending on how far the level is from the MAX reading. Confirm oil level by repeating steps 5 through 7.
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NOTE: If the oil level is at (or above) the OVERFULL mark, drain oil at 7 fl. oz. (200 mL) increments until the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks on the dipstick. Repeat steps 1 though 7 to confirm proper level.
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Hand tighten dipstick into oil filler hole.
Ride motorcycle for approximately 10 minutes. Ride at least 5 miles 8 kilometers to ensure the oil is hot and the engine is at normal operating temperature. Readings taken with colder oil could lead to an overfull engine condition.
.
Hold motorcycle upright and vertical on firm level ground. An uneven surface will produce a false oil reading.
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Idle the motorcycle for three minutes. Shut off the motorcycle.
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Wait for three minutes after shutdown before reading the oil level, or false readings may result.
.
Unscrew and remove dipstick from oil filler hole. Wipe dipstick clean.
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Insert dipstick into oil filler hole, screwing dipstick in completely.
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NOTE: Refer to Recommended Engine Oils. Use only recommended oil specified in Engine Lubrication: Buell 1125R Models.
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Unscrew and remove dipstick and note oil level. An indicated oil level between MIN and MAX (measured after performing steps 1 through 6) is acceptable for safe engine operation. Oil should be added in 3 to 7 fl. oz. (100 to 200 mL) increments, depending on how far the level is from the MAX reading. Confirm oil level by repeating steps 5 through 7.
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NOTE: If the oil level is at (or above) the OVERFULL mark, drain oil at 7 fl. oz. (200 mL) increments until the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks on the dipstick. Repeat steps 1 though 7 to confirm proper level.
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Hand tighten dipstick into oil filler hole.
coaldigger
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no ride. idle longer than suggested because of cold temp but I didn't wait a full three minutes....maybe two. re-do?
Usually when over full it'll pull into the intake tract. Other than the oil fill dipstick there is not a spot the oil could come from. At this point I'd check all of the side cover fasteners change the oil and filter (3qts with filter change) and ride on!
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thanks brother
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I went through the oil check procedure again....this time the correct way and found that the clutch side drain plug is leaking. any idea what the part number is for the crush washer, or what size it is?....when I checked this time it was showing that it was overfull by a lot....Im gonna do exactly what you said. change oil...crush washer and ride on....when its not so frikking cold out. My older brother has a monster and he is finally willing to ride with me....now that I have a respectable street bike..lol
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I used these for both my drain plugs. No mess when draining oil, and no leaks from the crush washer. A few of us have used these.
http://www.stahlbus.com/info/en/products/oil-drain-valves
http://www.stahlbus.com/info/en/products/oil-drain-valves
You can get an oil change "kit" on ebay that includes the washers and filter o-ring.
If you're planning on keeping the bike for a while, get the washers and o-rings from McMcaster Carr in bulk.
Filter O-Ring: http://www.mcmaster.com/#9452k147/=val9xl
Copper Washer: http://www.mcmaster.com/#97725a250/=vala6y
Aluminum Washer: http://www.mcmaster.com/#97725a860/=vala5l
The info above is pulled from a badweb post. Google for more info.
If you're planning on keeping the bike for a while, get the washers and o-rings from McMcaster Carr in bulk.
Filter O-Ring: http://www.mcmaster.com/#9452k147/=val9xl
Copper Washer: http://www.mcmaster.com/#97725a250/=vala6y
Aluminum Washer: http://www.mcmaster.com/#97725a860/=vala5l
The info above is pulled from a badweb post. Google for more info.
timeless- don't know about coaldigger, but that is the info I was looking for. Thanks. [cool]
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just wanted to thank everyone. I ordered a couple oil change kits from e-bay. I was able to go to all three bike dealers, including halls HD and oreilies andfind everything needed for oil change. washers,filter and three quarts of amsoil full synth 20-50. changed oil....what a mess that was, but did everything suggested and the end result....no leak.
Thanks again,
Evan
Thanks again,
Evan
