RE: [ST] Oil Leak

["Hitman \(Melb\)" <da_hitman@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

i also had an oil leak from day one. after a long ride i'd park the bike. in
the morning i would come out and there would be a few drops of oil on the
ground. Oil was coming from the oil switch it seemed. It was fixed on the
3rd attempt when they decided the engine casing was porous and replaced the
whole casing. had to wait several weeks for the part from the UK but problem
is now fixed thanks to very professional service from Triumph Australia and
to some extent the dealer involved in the repair (which is not the fantastic
one i purchased the bike from)

Matt
04 Sprint ST

> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-st@xxxxxxxxxx [mailto:owner-st@xxxxxxxxxx]On Behalf Of
> dpullen@xxxxxxxxxxx
> Sent: Tuesday, 6 July 2004 21:10
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> Subject: RE: [ST] Oil Leak
>
>
> <<
> A short while ago someone mentioned an oil leak around the countershaft
> sprocket seal.  I think I have one.  Mine seems to be super slow
> with a few
> drops showing on the garage floor every once in a while.  Anyone
> experiencing the same problem, would you please fill me in on how yours
> behaved.  Did anyone get it fixed under warrantee?
> >>
>
> Hi Rod,
>
> That was me; it kept leaking slowly from the plastic sprocket cover.  They
> did fix it under warrantee, and it hasn't leaked since.
>
> Note that your sprocket cover is prone to collecting chain lube (since the
> sprocket forces the chain to change direction quickly) and dripping it on
> the floor as well.  Chain lube winds up being a very sticky, and
> dark black
> (even if you use a clear chain lube like I do).
>
> Any oil that drips will be lighter in color and less sticky.
>
> Hope this helps,
>   - Dave
>
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