How to replace counter shaft seal on a dirt bike KTM 250 sx - dirt bike maintenance.

[@tommywallbanger]

Great video. I bought the counter shaft seal replacement part and cleaned everything up but the seal that is leaking is where the shift lever is so now I have to research that. Probably a similar procedure.

[@davidbaxter8511]

Another great video, i was wondering however do you have any videos of how to apply new graphics/decals to your bike?

[@dirtniron]

thanks David! I dont have decals videos, maybe later

[@Stihlheadd]

Great video brotha! Did you drain your oil before you started?

[@namtech425]

Brandon Aga no need. Oil is not pressurised so it wont run.

[@dirtniron]

thanks bro! no I did not, it wont leak thru the opening unless you lean the bike on a side..

[@vaneater2734]

Wow nice vid man if this ever happens to me I’ll know what I need to do to fix it. 👍🏻 another great vid Rado.

[@dirtniron]

thanks bro!

[@namtech425]

Well done. I did this a while back on my kx250f. Procedure much the same.

[@dirtniron]

thanks bro!

[@stant.m4233]

sounds like Arnold Schwarzenegger is dubbing the action here! Good vid, thanks

[@dirtniron]

Ill be back!

[@reinokotze]

sometimes the aftermarket countershaft sprockets are thinner than the ktm ones (the last ktm one i bought was also too thin) and there will be no pressure on the oring inside. A fix is you can make your own crude spacer out of tin cans. I had to use 2 to get enough oring pressure.

[@dirtniron]

+reino kotze thanks for sharing bro, I wasn't aware of that.

[@nexxpe]

i do have that problem with my ktm 250 sx right now, everythings new but still leaking thiking the oring needs more pressure

[@reinokotze]

@@nexxpe my countershaft sprockets are the correct thickness but it still leaked. i just ended up making my own very thin washers out of a tin can. needed about 0.2 to 0.3mm to get enough pressure on the oring.

[@bryanhollis4640]

Yep. I found that the retainer clip was too thin, no it allowed the sprocket to move. Replaced it with an OEM factory clip which was just barely thicker, and now everything is solid.

[@xtreme1939]

Definetly helpful video like all of yours! I learned a lot from your channel :)Thanks for all. Also one question. Im 16 and im 120lbs. I ride 250f. What kind of workout would you recommend for my arms?

[@dirtniron]

+Xtreme I like body weight stuff, do pull ups, push ups dips.. don't use any grip help, that way you will build strength in your hands and forearms too. Start there and see how it goes. Diet is the key, make sure you eat enough. Later maybe start adding some weight training if you feel like it. Good luck !

[@xtreme1939]

Dirt N Iron Thanks man! I'm definetly going to give it a shot.

[@mxrider2strokebraaap54]

Great video man! I subscribed!👊🤙

[@dirtniron]

thanks bro, welcome on board!

[@surfnskate1147]

Might be a dumb question but if I had a bad seal, would the sprocket have to be spinning in order to leak? I’ve whipped everything down and let the bike idle for a while and it’s dry as a whistle, do you think I’m good to go?

[@dirtniron]

I think it would leak once you ride it. You need to replace the seal

[@jackreitenour]

Do you typically replace the counter shaft seal and radial shaft seal at the same time?

[@NirHason]

Great video! straight to the point

[@dirtniron]

+Nir Hason thanks bro!

[@matthall6420]

I'm about to attempt this would it be easier to split the chain than remove the back wheel?

[@dirtniron]

I find it easier this way, but it doesnt really matter..

[@Dylan-tk1nf]

That's what I was thinking I'm going to split the chain

[@paulstraub5810]

Hi Rado, Nice short DIY. But how you know that theres no sand and dirt came in the engine?

[@dirtniron]

before you work on it, give your bike nice wash and inspect it carefully to prevent any dirt getting in. If you are asking about getting dirt in during riding, I think seal will prevent that from happening, even leaky seal should keep dirt out.

[@rcgonzo144]

Would it make sense to lube / oil the new seal + ring when putting it back in?

[@dirtniron]

yea it wouldnt hurt I think

[@ricardogarcia5770]

I have a 2004 ktm 250sx and I think this might be what's giving me a headache on my bike! Is there any way I can send you a video or photos so you can help me out with what I'm going through?

[@dirtniron]

you can email me, [e-mail]

[@hobidolap]

so there is oil on the other side for the seal to protect leaking out, transmission oil. or is there. did you flush the oil before or no need...

[@dirtniron]

yes, there is transmission oil there. I did not flush it, I think its not necessary. I did my oil change recently

[@Slaterlookinahh]

So I bought this kit and it came with two o ring options, thick o ring and the stock o ring. There was also a note that came with the kit saying I should use the thicker o ring. Should I?

[@dirtniron]

yes, I used thick one too.. it seals better

[@tjt4419]

Great video buddy thank you

[@thorgeirnable]

Stupid question, but do you need to drain the oil first?

[@dirtniron]

valid question,... no, you dont need to

[@BrokenSprocket]

Good job.

[@dirtniron]

+broken sprocket thanks brother!

[@robertwoods2505]

Great job my friend!

[@dirtniron]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@jasondennis230dennis2]

a nather cool awesome video bro

[@dirtniron]

+jasondennis230 Dennis thanks bro!

[@MURSKA2007]

I've never done that seal but I've done the shifter seal which is a pain had to remove almost all of the right side of crankcase

[@dirtniron]

I did kick starter seal before .. little more work as well..

[@namtech425]

Should be the same except if the seal is ruined completely then you have to pull the shaft.....

[@MURSKA2007]

Nam Tech ya I had to pull the shaft and I put a new one in aswell was a new seal

[@chucksnothereman]

On an EXC and many others you can pull the seal without removing the whole cover - 10 minute job.

[@satch_0594]

Mine is stuck in there what should I do to get it out?

[@dirtniron]

get the pick and pry it out.. or screw driver..

[@Porsche_Past]

Thanks bro

[@logantolley4192]

you supposed to mention that you don’t drive the seal in to far as it goes until it stopped because if you put it in to far it will lock up yours sprocket shaft , japan bikes have a stopper so you can’t drive it to far it will stop where it needs it to 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@dirtniron]

i drive it in til its all inside, not deeper then needed.. never had any problems

[@brodycaruso5394]

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[@dirtniron]

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[@tjt4419]

De goggles they do nothing 😂

[@brodycaruso5394]

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