'82 KZ1000K2 LTD - Oil leak top of crankcase

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13 Oct 2013 17:24 #609877 by The_Raven

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Hi all,

Doing some post-ride polishing, I noticed some oil near the starter cover. The engine was still hot so I really couldn't do a lot of poking around. Where are some common spots to check/tighten in the area?

-Mark P.
Salem, MA
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13 Oct 2013 17:35 #609879 by P21

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the oil sending unit.

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FIX UP YOUR BIKE RIGHT AND CHEAP

13 Oct 2013 17:44 #609880 by Motor Head

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There are 3 o-rings under the adapter for the oil sending unit. These leak. 2 are the same size with 1 smaller o-ring around the bolt. Also 1 o-ring for the sending switch.

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13 Oct 2013 18:01 #609884 by Puffin

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The Oil sender pressure switch area was my thought also

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14 Oct 2013 19:59 - 14 Oct 2013 19:59 #610010 by The_Raven

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Bingo! You guys nailed it. I've ordered up the o-rings.

Here's the lil' bastard in action (right near the end of the vid)

-Mark P.
Salem, MA
Widowmaker, 1982 KZ1000J2 @1100cc
Red Scare, 1994 Honda VF750C Magna

I intend to die from living.

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14 Oct 2013 22:40 #610025 by Motor Head

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Should be an easy fix, just a 6mm allen wrench to remove the bolts.

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19 Oct 2013 20:58 #610546 by The_Raven

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Replaced the o-rings today, along with a missing washer. The old o-rings had hardened to the consistency of plastic, the new ones are nice and pliable. Had a helluva time getting the allen bolts loose - took a lot of time, patience, penetrating oil and finally a little extra leverage to break 'em free. Looks great now, did a quick test and all looks dry. Thanks all!

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-Mark P.
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20 Oct 2013 00:24 #610586 by Beaner242

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Where did you get them?

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20 Oct 2013 02:54 #610597 by The_Raven

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Z1 had some, but unfortunately not all of the parts, so I ordered them from BikeBandit. It was about $20 for the lot.

Here's the order:

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"O" RING,9MM	851783	2 	$5.06 	Shipped

"0" RING,18MM	851791	2 	$1.62 	Shipped

WASHER	858541		2 	$6.14 	Shipped

"O" RING	864646	2 	$6.76 	Shipped

-Mark P.
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20 Oct 2013 10:32 - 20 Oct 2013 10:33 #610611 by Puffin

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Excellent Raven, pleased you sorted it ! No one likes an oil leak :evil:

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