Oil Leak Repair

[@obeyscar6725]

You Solved my oil leak thank you so much!!

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

No problem! Glad to help. Hopefully my other videos can help you to some degree too. I hope you subbed already in case you haven't yet! Stay safe! Cheers!

[@benbenbenification]

I've had this problem for a while with my bike, stator cover leaking, just replaced the stator and got a fresh gasket on there, I almost went to reach for the atv gasket silicone, but instead will thoroughly clean surfaces, great video and very informative! Thank you for sharing your wisdom and knowledge

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Benji Random no problem bro. Im glad it was able to help you. Seeing comments like yours is the reason why i make these videos. Thanks for your input and i hope i hear from you in future vids. Cheers bro

[@summerdove8367]

This is the best video on stator cleaning, replacement.Very informative. Thank you for the time you took to load this video. I am a women and replacing my own stator on my ZX10R 2005

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

SUMMER DOVE thank you for taking the time to tell me what you think. I love it when people work on their own stuff especially women. Very happy i was able to help you. I hope i have other videos that can help you as well. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me anytime. Cheers and good luck with your project.

[@summerdove8367]

My stator arrived from the States this afternoon, so will hopefully get it back on and done tomorrow. Cannot wait to get my bike running again. I may just make a video and post it.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

SUMMER DOVE awesome. I hope everything works well with your project. I know how it feels to not have your bike working. It really sucks. If you run into any complications or have questions i encourage you to reach out to me. I would be delighted to help if i can. My most direct line will be through my email at [e-mail]. Yet again, good luck with your project. Throw me a shoutout! :D

[@summerdove8367]

Thanks, was not an oil leak. Replaced the crankshaft sensor and the regulator rectifier but still had the same issue. When I researched the issues on the performance, I realised that it was the stator. Hence the replacement.

[@jaysmith75]

Wow your a female with a zx10 cool I gotta 04 cbr 1000 rr

[@sigintx8604]

You are a saint for answering all of these questions in the comments! I have one of my own... I'm replacing my crankcase cover and found that the CKP sensor grommet uses a different type of sealant than the one that's supposed to be applied to the mating surface. My question is... how should I apply the sealant to this grommet? Just on the mating surface, or around it, or where it seats in the crankcase cover?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

No problem! That's what I'm here for. In that instance, depending on the manufacturer, you are supposed to pull the grommet out off of the cover, apply a light coating of silicone sealant around the entire grommet. Push the grommet back into place keeping in mind to ensure that there is silicone sealant on the grommet side that will be in contact with the crankcase. That is how it is supposed to be done but of course, everyone has different opinions on this. The information I gave you was what I had learned from Kawasaki themselves as the standard procedure. I hope this helps! Good luck with your project!

[@sigintx8604]

The Motorcycle Boss with your help I got this done! I’m still a little paranoid that there’s going to be a small leak I don’t notice until much later. Any way I can put my mind at ease? I did a short ride, just a few minutes. Thinking of doing a longer, hour long ride later to double check. Unfortunately I will have to pop my right cowling off to fully check, or just ride around without it 😆

[@bossreviews3746]

@@sigintx8604 glad to help! First, I would've given it time to set. Idk if you did already. But either way, I would just go for about a 20-30 min ride. Check to see if it's leaking. If you see nothing, you're most likely fine. You can ride without the fairing first if it makes sense. Really up to you at that point. Just make sure that when you do your leak check, you check thoroughly. I hope I was able to help you. Ride safe bro

[@mandyice8743]

My 2005 gsxr 600 just started leaking from here great video guys!!! Good looking out for your viewers!!!

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

No problem. Hope we were able to help you out.

[@canon2235]

Thanks for the video. Just replaced the stator gasket on my 1976 KZ900 using this technique. Very helpful.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Thanks! Glad it helped you out. Thanks for letting me know. I hope all is well with you. I hope you sub in case you haven't. Good luck with your projects. Cheers!

[@OnurYldrm35]

Thanks bro. Now you have a subscriber from Turkey.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Sweet! Thanks! Glad to have you on-board.

[@prophydro5558]

Yeah I've been trying to figure out why my motorcycle has been leaking oil, and I think this video confirms my suspicions

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

I hope you managed to fix the issue.

[@jc_alpha]

Awesome video. Very clear, detailed explanation + helpful tips. Thank you!

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

No problem! I'm glad you found it useful and I appreciate your comment. I hope I was able to earn you as a subscriber. Ride safe! Cheers!

[@VigoTheDirty]

Great video I had to replace the pickup coil on my v star and everyone recommend using rtv on both sides of the new gasket it leaked within a month

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

VigoTheDirty im glad you liked it. Using rtv on a gasket is a common misconception. Only in areas that are questionable such as heavy blemishes or ledges. I hope i was able to help you. Please take a look at the rest of my videos and let me know what you think. Been a pleasure.

[@nwbklr]

It’s just the po mans way of gettin out of buyin the gasket. Lol. Don’t feel bad a lot of us were tricked into thinkin that shit would work.

[@alejandrotobienne8220]

That’s exactly how much silicone you should use with gasket. Even thinner. And blue is not the best. RTV Black is for oil. Blue is for water and antifreeze. But I’ve always put a thin hair thin smear on engine case and on stator cover then allow to set. Once set after 30 min then install. I’ve never had a case or clutch cover leak in 20 years. But the trick is with bare hand light smear. And your good.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Yes. Regarding using your hands, I agree. It's simple but so many people smother the mating surfaces in RTV. Black is preferred but Permatex blue which is what I used is great for oil as well. Permatex gray/silver is their color for antifreeze and water. Thanks for commenting and sharing your knowledge and experience. Very much appreciated. Ride safe! Cheers!

[@jameshalford4699]

Hey nice video mate really appreciate the guidance, i used loctite gasket sealant but couldn’t find the mate edges but as my bike was the exact same year as yours i popped it in the same places. Iv left it overnight woth no leaks but it only leaked when hot anyway so ill fire it up tonight and see what happens. Thanks again 👌👌

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Hey! Thanks a lot for the kind words. The mating points are usually pretty flush and hard to see. You would sometimes have to have a very clean mating surface to see it. It should just look like very fine lines cutting across the gasket mating surface. I hope your project ends well. Ride safe and I hope to hear from you in my other videos

[@jameshalford4699]

The Motorcycle Boss Ok in thats case its perfect then its my own fault it leaked as the fan fuse was popped so iv been riding around with high temps and with it being a stunt bike and always wheeling well trying the temp got high one day and i noticed the rubber on the stator was weeping oil so i checked my temp n thats when i realised lol. Cheers

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@jameshalford4699 ouch. Dang. Good thing you caught it tho. Many people dont notice an issue until their motor is fried. I hope I was able to be helpful to you. Good luck in the future bro. I'm always here if you have questions

[@jameshalford4699]

The Motorcycle Boss nice one mate deffo subscribed now :) follow me back if you can bud appreciated

[@jameshalford4699]

Gasket doesnt leak but i have a major problem and got my first stunt event tomorrow, its leaking out the stator rubber grommet were the wires come thru any advice would be great Thanks

[@tshadow6]

I changed my oil today. While the bike (2007 Triumph T100 Bonneville) was drained, I replaced the stator cover gasket. It took longer because I had trouble getting the gasket to stick. I’ll let you know if the replacement was successful after my next ride.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Awesome. I hope it seals tight for you. Good luck with your project. I hope to hear good news.

[@michaelgoldston8882]

Appreciate this video so much you have no idea my bike has the same issue. I looked at it today when I got to work and it was oil everywhere that’s what I knew. I looked at the bottom of the Stater cover and that’s what I knew I had to get the gasket replaced, so I just ordered it. This video was very helpful.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Good thing you found the issue before it had a chance to be fatal. Glad I could be of help!

[@5fishsam]

Very helpful and done at a speed that we can understand. We need the simple hints sometimes. Thanks.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

5fishsam thanks for your support. Im glad i was able to help. Hopefully some of my other videos will help as well. Cheers!

[@dannymccann]

Excellent video which gave me the confidence to investigate my Triumph Daytona600 oil leak. I believe oil is seeping past the grommet, my left foot gets sprayed with oil on every ride. Can I apply RTV Red (what I have in stock) around the grommet where it sits in the cover? I have a new gasket on order as the old one is rusty, but it didn't leak, only from the top, when I pressed the grommet oil would squeeze out. Thx

[@nathancollins5822]

Thank you, for making such a clear and concise video!

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

You're welcome. I hope my other videos can help you as well. Thanks for the comment

[@nathancollins5822]

I bought some aftermarket ride it brake/clutch levers.. I keep hearing ppl complain how dangerous they are once installed.. Is there a safe way to install... or I just need to return these?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@nathancollins5822 i'm unfamiliar with the brand. But if levers are well constructed and made specifically for your bike, they should be just as safe as oem levers. Go through my videos and i have a video showing how to install aftermarket levers. I think it may help you.

[@WillfulThinker]

Great tutorial. Thank you. How long must you let the Permatex cure before riding the bike?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

WillfulThinker thanks. I like to let it cure for about an hour before riding because it seems to set fairly quick. Sometimes im impatient and ride immediately afterwards and it holds perfectly but an hour just to be on the safe side. Thanks for your comment. I hope to hear from you in my future videos.

[@BertMagirt]

I can't get over how frickin' slick that was puttin' on that silicon,{in the 1st spot) I'm no rookie, but frrom the 5:43 mark to, to about 8 seconds after looked like magic. But I snapped back. The 6:45 mark seemed more like the 'What'cha actually get' scenario. LOL. I doubt anyone else thinks that was the best part...ahaha 👍

[@BertMagirt]

It's the little things in life I guess, for me. 'Some', people, seem to think the more the merrier with that stuff, and use about 6 or 7 rags in the process🤣 👍

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@BertMagirt lol. The funny part is that I thought the same thing when I first edited this video XD you aren't alone on that. You're right tho that people always seem to use too much silicone. I hope the video was helpful or at least entertaining to you. I hope I was able to earn your subscription. Ride safe!

[@granthashimoto4385]

I'm hoping that your instruction to add rtv to the rubber grommet fixes my problem

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

I hope it does. Good luck

[@brey875]

Great video actually might need to do this soon. Had to get some replacement parts and while the parts guy was looking at my bike he noticed some possibly leaking. My question is what gasket material is best suited for the stator gasket and oil pan gasket if someone decides to make their own using gasket material.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

OEM gaskets are always the best route. However, as long as the gasket material is oil resistant, you should be fine.

[@mptank63]

That Craftsman speed tool slash breaker bar is the shit

[@Berkner80]

I have a small leak around my alternator on my 1985 Nighthawk 650. Because my bike is an old bike it would cost a bunch to have it done. I don't work on stuff much on my own. Is a small leak something to be concerned about? I guess I could try this repair myself if I had to. You do give real good instructions.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

If you can get ahold of the factory gasket that would be the best option. But if you can't get ahold of it because of its age, buying a product called "The Right Stuff" would be a completely perfect replacement for an OEM gasket. A small leak is not a major concern but if any of that oil happens to get on your rear tire in a turn, you could be in trouble. Japanese bikes are pretty good about being leak-free and it's best to keep them that way. Seeing that your cover is just a simple circle, it should be a easy job for you to do yourself I would imagine. Especially if you could get ahold of a factory service manual for your bike. Just remember that the most important part of fixing a leak is preparing the surface that your gasket will rest against. Take the extra time to do the job as flawlessly as possible and you should minimize the possibility of it leaking again. It's a pretty easy and straight-forward job. Worst-case scenario is it still leaks. Just don't tighten the bolts too tight and don't apply too much silicone sealant. I think it's something you can manage.

[@Berkner80]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss Thanks for the input. Think I will see if I can do it myself. I just got it fixed last year (rebuilt carbs) so I would like to keep it going, it's a fun bike to ride.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@Berkner80 good luck with your project. Let me know how it all goes

[@Berkner80]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss Thanks, I am still researching mine but looks like it may not have a stator cover gasket, just an oil seal and an O-ring which will be harder to get to. Will check it more this weekend to see how bad my leak is. I don't ride a lot so maybe ok if the leak is not bad.

[@lizturner4178]

Really good video thanks! I’m about to fit my first gasket on my quad, I’ve cleaned both surfaces and removed all old gasket. There are a few rough bits on the mating surfaces, scratched metal, shall I add a bit of silicone/ gasket maker on those bits before fitting the gasket? If so should I wait 24hrs for it to cure before adding engine oil? I’m female and learning by you tube how to fix my quad, this is the last bit to do then it should be good to go! Thanks for your help

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

No problem and thanks! If there are some rough spots, you can lightly go over those areas with 600-2000 grit sandpaper. If it is a much deeper groove, then a small amount of gasket maker in those areas should be fine. As far as the cure time, follow the directions on the silicone you use and you should be good to go! I'm delighted to hear you are having a swing at your own project! That's awesome! It's unfortunate that mechanic work is so male-dominated. It's always refreshing and awesome to see females get in this type of work too. Keep up the good work and I'm sure your quad will be back up in no time! I hope I earned your sub if I haven't already. Keep me updated and I hope to hear from you in the future! Ride safe. Cheers!

[@steftacular]

Thanks doing this repair now and this was really helpful!

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Glad i could help bro. I hope to hear from you in future videos.

[@rukusho2893]

Very informative, well done.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Ruku sho thank you. i know that currently the videos aren't really about repairs but once I get through this multimeter stage, i'll start to throw in repairs and mods. i hope to hear from you in the comments again in my other vids. ride safe

[@kingdon9690]

Not a motorcycle but I have a can am ds 650, I had to change the gasket on the stator cover. The guy I got it from did the same thing you said your buddy did. He also said you have to add oil inside there as well. I'm not sure if that's true, and my valve cover gasket blew open on the top end idk why. I had to fix that to, I just need a little information on what I'm supposed to do.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Hey! Thanks for messaging. I hope all is well during these troubling times. Im not too familiar with atv's but it's basically a motorcycle with 4 wheels right?! When you open the stator cover, if no oil leaks out, no oil is needed to go back in assuming your oil level is where it should be. As far as the valve cover tho, what I'm wondering is that you might have a clogged PCV valve. If this is the case, (assuming your can-am has one; not all vehicles do so you will want to check your service manual) the blowby in your engine will build up pressure and start trying to release that pressure somehow. This could cause oil seals to blow, gaskets to go, etc. Normally this pressure is released by allowing it to go into the air intake through the PCV valve and gets recirculated. Im not saying that this is your problem tho. Just that it maybe a possibility. Other option is it's just time to replace those gaskets and you have no underlying issues. I hope this helps. I am looking forward to hearing your findings. Good luck with your project and ride safe.

[@kingdon9690]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss thank you for all the information, and unfortunately I don't have a manual with my quad. I got it second hand, and the guy got it through someone else. So it's been passed around. But I will definitely check into all that, and oil leaked out when taking it off but the guy who had it before me put oil in it. So I'm not to sure, I'm searching online for a manual. I did find information on changing the oil on a 2003 can am ds 650, and it says to fill the oil tank. After doing so with the key on hit the starter button with the ignition switch in the off position to prime it until the light goes off. Same for the antifreeze. I've been going through alot with this 4 wheeler and I've only owned it 2 weeks. Honestly just wish I knew more about these quads, I have a 2 stroke Suzuki and that's easy to work on.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@kingdon9690 seems like you have your hands full. Your best tool when doing these things is a factory service manual and your wit. You can typically find older models' service manuals for free online. Usually things like this are not too difficult to solve. It seems like you are on the right track. Keep up the good work. I'm here if you need assistance.

[@GdaySport]

How much oil should be in your stator? I understand there is also a seal on the crank behind the stator rotor which can be replaced, or am I wrong? Is it OK if stator has same level of oil as the engine inside the crank cases? Three questions, I know, but interested to find out!

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Oil helps to cool the stator. It's normal

[@GdaySport]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss Thank you

[@busaboi4669]

Great video! My stator just started leaking on my busa. Not sure if its warped or if should just order another or should i just keep the one i have and try to fix it. Its an aftermarket chrome one soo dont really wana go bk to black original cover lol

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Thanks for the compliment! If your stator cover is new and just installed and started leaking, it maybe warped which requires replacement or a thicker gasket. Or it may have been installed improperly; Therefore, doing what i did in this video should suffice. If it has been installed for a long time and recently started leaking, you may just need to replace the gasket just like i did here and give it a fresh seal. I hope this helps. Good luck

[@busaboi4669]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss wat silicon u use??

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@busaboi4669 any silicone that is heat and oil resistant. I use permatex blue but some people prefer to use rtv black. To each their own. This link should take you to a permatex that should do fine. Gokd luck with your project. amzn.to/31KQZPD

[@briangoodyear6348]

Totally new to riding and not very mechanical, but I had to repair a small crack in my left crankcase cover and came across your great video. Do I need to use the blue silicone when installing new gasket? Bike is CRF250x.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Thanks! If you have those case lines like I had, you should be using some form of gasket maker just on those spots. Using a thin film of grease on the gasket can help it not only seal, but also help keep it in place while you put the cover back on and help you to keep it from tearing when you have to take the cover back off again in the future. Thanks for your compliment and I appreciate your support! I hope I earned you as a subscriber. Ride safe! Cheers!

[@samqueen8337]

The bolts holding down the cover are very cheap and are prone to snapping. I would suggest replacing them. A quick trip to home depot can save you a potential headache.

[@willgamer0849]

I have a small cc bike, I took the cover and replaced the gasket, but I didn't know u have to add some glue and so it's still leaking oil, I hope that that's indeed the problem.

[@lizturner4178]

I put oil in it today and it’s leaking out ☹️followed all instructions, then the neutral safety switch that I bypassed has gone again….I think it’s maybe just died! Thank you for your help tho

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Thank you for keeping me updated. You are not alone with this issue. Depending on the quality of the gasket and mating surfaces, getting leaks to stop is sometimes irritating because you can't get them to go away. Are you using a new gasket or reusing the old one?

[@lizturner4178]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss it was a new one but of old stock I think, there was some damage to the mating surfaces too, maybe too much

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@lizturner4178 that's a shame. Sorry to hear that. Your next best bet would be to pick up a gasket maker from an auto parts store called "the right stuff". It is the best gasket maker on the market and will most likely fix your leak no matter how marred the mating surface is. You can also purchase it through this amazon link for your convenience. amzn.to/3zoSrYO

[@Flizzor]

Can this be done without an oil change never done this before and trying to learn

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

No oil change needed. Just put the bike on a center stand then you should be good to go

[@GoPro360Video]

your bike has very nice and shining stator coil. I have a royal Enfield Himalayan its stator coil has some portion very bad and black color

[@chriscs9080]

Be ready to replace it..it should be black 🖤

[@sandronovecento76]

Hello. Can I remove completely the original gasket using only the silicone gasket? if not why? kind regards.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

If you use a high temp oil resistant gasket maker, you CAN seal it up without a factory gasket present. However, you want to avoid it because when you screw down the cover, there will be "squeeze-out" not only on the outside of the case, but on the inside as well. The squuze-out can break off inside the case and clog up your oil pickup. It takes a lot to get to the point where you have engine issues as a result of it but you don't know how many times it has been done before the bike got to you. So it is always better to use a factory gasket alone than to use an all silicone gasket maker. But creating your own gasket can be done safely as long as you understand how little silicone you need to create a seal and have very little to no squeeze-out. Or you can try buying a sheet of gasket material which you can buy at autozone or oreily auto parts and then you can make your own gaskets of any shape and size without the fear of the development of internal particulates. You can also buy them here: amzn.to/2EjUmXp. Make sure the thickness and overall size fits your application. Sorry for all the text. I hope this helps. Good luck with your projects! Cheers!

[@sandronovecento76]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss You are really the "Motorcycle Boss" :-) Thank you for the fast and exhaustive reply. Kisses from the far away Italy.

[@Rodney4HK]

I watched someone else's video and now I have a never ending oil leak...

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Rodney4HK sorry it took me so long to reply to your comment. I was never informed of your comment. My apologies. That sucks. I hope that you have figured it out by this point.

[@jameshalford4699]

Probs too much sealant lol

[@Boc3phu5]

Is the stator supposed to have like some hard candy type of substance? Or is that build up?

[@tshadow6]

Thank you. How do I find the alignment marks on my 2007 Triumph Bonneville T 100? I have an oil leak on the engine cover.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

After thoroughly cleaning your mating surface, follow the mating surface all the way around and you should see 2 fine lines about 180° apart. Your bike should have it but in the event that you dont, just send it.

[@karlwheels9116]

Nice vid bro!

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! I do what I can to post videos that can help others.

[@roudeepofficial]

Thanks

[@papolini109]

Nice video so helpful. My question is ... if I have to remove the stator from the cover, how much of torque I will need to use to place it back? Because in my case my cover is broken.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Depends on the bike you have. Every bikes torque specs will be different. Your best bet is to pick up an in-lb torque wrench, get ahold of your bikes service manual, then you will find your torque spec.

[@papolini109]

Thanks.mine is a 2018 Zx6r ninja

[@QashMaz]

What was the blue substance you used to fill in the tiny gaps

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

It is called Permatex Blue. You can pick it up here through my affiliate link. Https://amzn.to/2myvhPY The link to everything i used is in the description as well.

[@QashMaz]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss Thanks a lot for your reply.. My stator cover been leaking for ages. Subbed 🙂

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@QashMaz thanks for the sub. Good luck with your project. I hope to hear from you in future vids

[@chicorivera1248]

6:30sec around that wire area my gsxr750 leaks in the spot! Your tutorial may works to my gsxr750 2006

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Chico Rivera sorry it took me so long to get to your comment. I was never notified of it. I hope you were able to get your leak situated.

[@nichol7828]

Do you have to remove all the oil before replacing gasket?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

No. I used a center stand which ensures that the oil level is below the gasket line.

[@nichol7828]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss Oh thank you! 😀

[@hujimwa]

Might sound like a stupid question. I think this is were mine's leaking seems to be above the oil glass. From the seals. Do I need to train the oil 1st? When I did the oil housing on my car I didn't but it did need a coolant top up x

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

In this video, i'm working on the stator housing. The oil glass is typically located on the opposite side than that. Because of that, when the bike is on the kickstand, the oil level will be lowerthan the cover which means you do not have to drain the oil. On my project, i used a rear stand to straighten the bike to ensure the oil level was lower than the case. I hope this answers your question. Thanks.

[@hujimwa]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss Yeah cheer man. Mine a gsxr 750 but I'm guessing most inline 4s have the same rough set up. Can't be this but I definetly think mine's a gasket. Seems common. They get hot. They get old they fade they leak. I leave mine on stands anyways keep the tyres off the ground.

[@RBoysMedia]

I over torqued my bolts and it cracked and broke off. Like a triangle around the bolt hole. Do you think I could fix it? Or am I better off buying a new one. I tried sanding and jb weld but it just peeled off

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Of course you would be better off buying a new one but you maybe able to get away without fixing that piece. As long as your gasket surfaces are squeaky clean, it may still seal properly if I'm understanding your situation correctly. Sorry that happened to you.

[@RBoysMedia]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss no😂 a gasket won’t cover it lol it’s small chunks taken out. 40$ it is then😂

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@RBoysMedia dang. Ya it sounds like that would be your best option. Sorry bro. Hopefully it all works out for you

[@jacobzamora3893]

Hey my 2001 zx6r just flooded the crankcase with gas, ive solved my carb problem so it wont keep dumping fuel to flood anymore but the engine oil is just pouring out of the left side cover, from behind the magnito and starter flywheel. I flushed the bad oil, an tried to refill it an its just hits the floor. What would cause a leak at what im guessing is the crankshaft? Any word back is appreciated

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

The way you explained your issue is kind of vague but aside from either a cracked case or stator cover or a stator cover gasket replacement, sounds like possibly a pcv valve issue if your bike has one. Yet again, im still not entirely sure as to the issue you are describing so that would be my best guesses with what i think you are saying.

[@yandelsantiago6824]

I think i put wrong my headgasket, and now it got a small leak, should i buy a new one or clean it well and reinstall the same one ?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Never reuse a preinstalled head gasket. New one.

[@humbert1010]

Hey Boss I have 2006 yamaha v star 650 and have a oil leak exactly where your video shows. My question is would this be the same process on my v star 650, thanks

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

It should be very similar. Refer to your service manual for specifics because every bike is a little different.

[@YNRChewmiester]

Great video, looks like an easy task that can be done in one's own garage! Would you recommend someone changing it themselves or should I take it to the dealership instead? It has a small pinhole on the face of the cover that slowly leaks so I'm too scared to ride it a few miles to the dealer. After 8 months of riding, I finally dropped my baby (2017 Ninja 650) the other morning on a stupid mistake. It had just stopped raining an hour or 2 before and I wanted to ride my bike to work. The roads were still slightly wet and as I was slowing down for a sharp 90 degree corner I ended up tapping my rear brake a bit to hard and the rear tire came out from under me because of the slick road. I was only doing about 15mph or so when it happened but it still landed on the left side and did a 180 slide in the road. Main Fairing is all scratched up, shift lever bent at a weird angle (rod still good and shifts fine, just the foot lever bent), clutch lever bent and end snapped off, and my main problem is that the stator cover took a hit. It got scratched up and now has a small, slow leak out the side where it's been dented. I ordered a new cover and gasket and shift lever, hoping I can just replace myself because I know how expensive dealership service departments are. It really sucks too because recently my ABS started to come on after a minute of riding and I was hoping to have them look at it and try for a warranty repair on the sensor, but now that I dropped it, its going to be a hard case to sell to them since they lose money on warranty work and look for every way not to do it.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

YNRChewmiester dang man that sucks. You are right tho. Service depts charge a lot. Doing it yourself will save you a lot of money as well as getting to know your bike better. As long as you have some basic hand tools and hopefully a properly calibrated torque wrench, doing work like that should be simple. I would definitely get everything fixed then bring it in for the warranty repair ASAP. I hope this helps you. Thanks a lot for being a viewer and reaching out. You're awesome

[@christianhope1000]

What kind of torque wrench are you using, and do you recommend it?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Im using a Craftsman in-lb torque wrench. I've been using it for about 3 years now and it has never let me down. You can pick one up for yourself here: amzn.to/2lrh1rb

[@LouieLouie702]

Great video man! Question, should I stop riding my bike if it has too much oil? Saw some drips coming from same spot. Noticed when shes perfectly straight the oil levels are above the max line. First service is coming up in 300 miles. I almost feel like just doing first oil change myself. Registered her to Yamalube Advantage like you said. Im not tripping too much. Just dont want any early wear on engine from something so simple. What should I do? Thanks man! 2017 Yamaha FZ07

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Louie Gee if i were you, any oil leaks at all, i would take to the dealer and have them look at it. Your bike shouldn't be leaking at all. The level should never be above the max line. It would be of a concern to me if my BRAND NEW bike was leaking oil. Do you know where it was leaking from?

[@LouieLouie702]

The Motorcycle Boss.I have pictures of it. I can see it trailing from the stator cover. Ill take it to dealership first thing in the morning sir. I appreciate the feedback!

[@LouieLouie702]

Update in the FZ. The chain was way soaked with that white lithium grease. I was doing alot of freeway riding. Excess oil was splattering on the Cover. Making it seem like an oil leak. No more "leaks" 200 miles later. Tightened up the chain also. Followed your instructions from your other video. About to do its first oil change. Shes a Beast sir. Thanks for giving me the confidence to gitter done.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Louie Gee hell ya bro! Keep it up. Glad you're treating her right. Lmk if you need anything else. Thanks for the update btw

[@Apollo3288]

If I put too much oil in would it just start pouring out the bottom bolt. I put two extra quarts in, and all of the extra oil I put in leaked right out.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

No. It shouldn't but it's possible to blow a gasket in that case. If you overfilled with oil, you should remove the drain bolt to remove some oil to get it to the correct level. If it started leaking, find where the leak was coming from and fix it.

[@jkirk6930]

Hey boss I just acquired an 04 gsxr 600 for $100. it had been stored outdoors for a couple of years and owner just didn't want to deal with the hassle of trying to sell it, plus he said it wouldn't shift out of 1st gear and trying to sell a bike someone cant actually test ride is a hassle in itself. Removing the cover where the clutch cable comes in I found a broken return spring the cam actuator connects to and ordered a new spring. I really cant go wrong with this investment as worst case scenario the motor and trans are junk and can always part it out, but my question is more recommendations on should I just go ahead and replace the clutch plates while I have it torn down or just replace the spring and see what it does?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Jeremy Kirkbride thats a great question and you got a good deal. fairly certain you found the shifting problem with that broken spring. you dont want to spend any money you dont have to. If you get ahold of a service manual for that bike, there will be specs on the steel plate and friction plate thickness' and serviceable limits. if they are still within spec and the basket and hub look fine as well as the bearings, you can scrub the steel plates and friction plates with a scotchbrite pad to undo any glazing it may have and soak the friction plates in oil for 3 hours-overnight - then reinstall. i hope this helps. good luck bro. thanks for asking. it means a lot to me that you would come to me for advice.

[@jkirk6930]

Replaced the clutch cable and broken return spring and clutch works fine. As it turned out it wouldn't shift because a shitty after market shift lever was put on and since the bike had been stored outdoors the shaft the lever pivots on was rusted to hell. cleaned it all up and took it for a ride and it runs like a champ. Thanks for your videos, good help.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Jeremy Kirkbride hell ya bro! thank you for giving me an update. im glad everything worked out for you. im glad my vids were able to help you out. i hope things stay up for you. if you need anything dont hezitate to ask bro.

[@michelangelo3286]

Dr Kirk shut up

[@rcfrenzy6477]

I’ve replaced my stator on my Gsxr 600 L0,but I’ve started to get a leak from the rubber gromit that runs the wire through the cover.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

This is a common issue unfortunately. Silicone sealant and proper cleaning is really the only solution.

[@jonathanmercado785]

Why there is oil on the stator box? Is there any leaks on magneto? Is it ok if there is oil sitting on stator?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Oil on the stator is normal. The stator gets hot from generating electricity and the oil helps to cool it down. The stator has a coating that prevents oil from damaging it.

[@tomahoks]

Thanks, this was EXACTLY what I was looking for!

[@roxicet87]

Quick question im new to bikes. I found a 93 yamaha virago. Guy said he took starter off and it was full of oil. Is this the same thing? As far as oil in the starter?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Are you saying starter or stator? Because oil inbthe starter is not normal. Oil in on a stator is normal. The oil cools the stator during use

[@techten1012]

This is best stator lesk repair video on all over the internet. I have question about the RTV gasket maker you used. Is it ok to use that rtv gasket maker or should i use silicone adhesive sealent instead. Both are available by permatex at walmart.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Hey! Thank you very much. I really appreciate it. As long as the sealant you choose indicates that it is oil and heat resistant, you should be fine. I hope this was helpful to you. Good luck with your projects!

[@techten1012]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss i see that you have used gasket maker instead of silicon sealant in this case. Would you recommened gasket maker or the sealant. I have read in your another comment to always use sealant when using with oem gasket , instead of gasket maker. So confused, please explain

[@techten1012]

I picked up red silicone gasket maker from walmart today, but u i guess i need to exchange it for black silicone adhesive sealant, since i will be using it on exact same spot you did with oem gasket in place

[@techten1012]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss i am wondering why you used blue silicone gasket maker instead of silicone sealant

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@techten1012 Hey! Gasket sealer is the "correct" product for this. However, given my past experiences, I have learned that Permatex has done wonderfully well for me when it comes to gasket makers/sealers. Gasket makers are designed specifically to create gaskets where no gasket is present. Gasket sealants can be used as a dressing to help hold the gasket in place during assembly as well as being considered a last line of defence against leaks. I only used the gasket maker in this instance because I know Permatex seals well regardless of which one I use. It was also all I had on hand at the time. But you are correct. A gasket sealant is the correct thing to use in this application. But you can get away with gasket maker as long as you know not to put too much because of it's thicker formulation.

[@busavalley8695]

Did you disconnect the battery or do anything else prior to what you show on the video?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

No. There is no need. The stator goes straight to the rectifier/regulator which contains diodes. This helps to ensure that current can't creep backwards to the stator. Also, no wires were exposed during this so no need.

[@busavalley8695]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss thanks. The owners manual says to disconnect the battery and drain the oil (from the pan)? That must be for removing more than just the stator. Just thought I'd ask, your explanation makes perfect sense.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@busavalley8695 the service manual maybe assuming you are removing the stator. But even then, it shouldn't need to be disconnected. And the oil level is lower than the stator level so no need to drain.

[@busavalley8695]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss good deal, thanks for the video its very helpful. Going to tackle this tomorrow 👌🏼

[@busavalley8695]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss replaced my stator last night, no leaks! yeaaaaa

[@alvinlaw8890]

Hi. Do you have to drain out the motor oil first before taken the stator cover out? If you don't need to do that, do you have to add some oil in after replacing the gasket?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Alvin Law this is a very common question. You do not have to drain your oil or add any afterwards. If you ever remove your stator cover, be sure to have the bike straight up. And if you are removing the clutch cover, be sure the bike is on its kickstand. Not enough oil will drain out requiring you to add more so there is no need to do so.

[@alvinlaw8890]

Great. Thanks. Good to know that there is one step less to do the job.

[@ruslanhsia]

If my bike still has its all 4 liters of oil, will all the oil pour out when I take the stator off? I'm just wondering cause I just changed my oil, and realized theres a leak. My hope is to keep all of the oil in when I change out the gasket.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Look at your oil level. This one was lower than my stator and when I did this job, I had full oil in it. As long as your oil level is lower than your stator cover you will be fine. Using a center or rear stand will help with this in most cases. I hope this answers your question. Cheers!

[@ruslanhsia]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss thanks, brotha!

[@suspensefulness]

great great...mine is leaking from the oil pan..is the same procedure required

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

If it's leaking from the oil pan, you have to change out the oil pan gasket. And check your PCV valve if you have one

[@suspensefulness]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss lookin now its not the pan its right next to the oil filler the smaller circle one..i forget the name of it

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@suspensefulness your clutch cover?

[@suspensefulness]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss right next to it..looks like a smaller version 2004 zx10

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@suspensefulness pulsar cover?

[@suspensefulness]

definitely subbing now...💯

[@roberttab5242]

Thank you for the video. It was very helpfully

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Thank you for watching and letting me know i could help you. Please feel free to take a look at the rest of my videos. Good luck with your projects.

[@coreyhickman9082]

Was the leak from laying it done? Im pretty sure im getting blow by on the same cover by the sensor

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

The previous owner said that he replaced the stator but put the gasket on wrong which lead to a leak. He then tried to fix it again but it still leaked. That's when I got my hands on it.

[@coreyhickman9082]

The Motorcycle Boss okay could there be blow y through a sensor or is it most likely a leak from an old gasket

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@coreyhickman9082 it is possible that blowby can go past some sensors and gaskets. If this is the case, your pcv valve maybe clogged if your bike has one. In that case, replacing your pcv valve should solve the leak. But replacing your gasket is needed regardless of the issue.

[@Runawaygeekchannel]

Hey Boss, How did you know where to put that Silicone? You said the "metal mating surface", is that not the whole edge? I have a 650r Kawai, I swapped out my Gasket this weekend, but it still leaks, I am hoping its because i missed a tourque setting on the bolts, but I think it might also be from the Stator Cable, as i never added Silicone to that rubber seal either. Would I be ok to take it off, add the silicone and then reuse the now crushed Gasket, or should i start a fresh? What silicone do i need? Thanks :-)

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

You are correct that the mating surface is the whole side. However, there are 2 halves that come together to make the circular opening that the stator cover bolts to. Hard to explain. The engine consists of two halves that come together then cobers bolt onto the sides like the stator cover. When the 2 engine cases come together before the cover goes on, there is a slight difference in height between the 2 engine halves that can allow leakage. You want to apply silicone to those locations. You can sometimes use the same pre-crushed gasket as long as it is not damaged in any way. You could also use a gasket maker as well wither the factory gasket but be certain not to use too much or else it can squeeze into the engine when you torque the bolts down. Obviously the best solution is to get a new gasket but not everyone has access to that. I hope this helps in some way. Good luck with your project. Keep me updated.

[@Runawaygeekchannel]

Been testing the leaking I still have, and it all seems to come from where the Stator cable comes through the covers, So i am going to get a new Gasket and re-do, but this time apply the Silicone Gasket Maker to that area of the join. Will let you know. Cheers Bro!

[@socksonfeet8125]

Any idea why my starter wont spin after I installed a new cover? With the bolts all tighten downs the starter wont spin, if I loosens the bolts and loosen the cover a little bit, the starter will spin just fine. Also if I remove the cover entirely the starter spins just fine as well.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

You need to see what is interfering. Look for any suspect points. Maybe there is something protruding from the cover interfering with the gears somehow.

[@summerdove8367]

Do you have any videos on a the stator position on the Gen1 ZX10R 2005?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

SUMMER DOVE i dont unfortunately. However; if you can get ahold of your service manual for your year and flip to the electrical section, it will walk you through every step of the replacement process.

[@takeshaingram8946]

Your video helped me...Thanks

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

No problem. Thanks for your comment. I hope you subscribe if you haven't already. My videos teach people how to save money through doing your own work. Good luck with your project

[@priz8200]

the wires running from my stator are wet with oil and ive had a few drops make it onto the floor. Do i have a stator leak or do you think its coming from somewhere else? First bike and im new to this. Not sure how to go about troubleshooting further. 06 zx6r.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

You first need to identify the leak. Good chance if your stator wires have oil, it's coming from the stator cover. It's a common leak. But if you aren't sure where the leak is coming from, an old school trick is to clean the area thoroughly and let it dry. Then dust the area lightly with baby powder. After a little while, you should be able to identify where the leak is by it showing you where the wet spots are coming from. If that's the case, order a new gasket for your cover from the dealership or get one from ebay or partzilla.com. Then, just follow the steps in this video. Cleaning the gasket surfaces are paramount. If you don't clean them well enough, you will get a leak again. I hope this helps! Congrats on the new bike. Ride safe!

[@priz8200]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss I’ll try and get the fairing off tomorrow and see what’s up. Is the spot where the wires come out a common place for the leak to start?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@priz8200 Yes. One of the most common. It can also be a pain to seal sometimes. Just be sure to take your time when cleaning everything. You may even need to apply some silicone to the rubber grommet around those wires to help it seal.

[@priz8200]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss thank you so much for your help man seriously it means alot. You saved me tons of headaches

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@priz8200 no problem. I hope it helps!

[@crash41899]

If you are replacing the stator how would you seal the wire rubber plug in ? Looks like it was sealed in with silicone from factory

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

You just use more of the silicone sealant. I apply some to it in this video. That should be all you need. If it doesn't want to seal, then you might want to apply it to the rubber and let it set for a little. Then squeeze it into place. Good luck bro.

[@crash41899]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss thank you

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@crash41899 no problem. Good luck with the project. I hope to hear from you in my other videos

[@crash41899]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss do you have a carb cleaning video for a CBR900RR?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@crash41899 unfortunately i dont. Every time i cleaned a carb it was for a rush client. So i didn't have time to film it. When the time comes, rest assured i will post it when i have the time next time it comes up. Best advice i could give you is when you disassemble the carbs, keep everything extremely neat and tidy. Know where every part is. Record the disassembly of 1 carb at least. Be careful not to adjust the float when disassembling and reassembly, clear all passageways you can find with carb cleaner and/or brake cleaner and/or compressed air, clean the needles, check condition of the plungers, make sure you can see through all your jets, and make sure your diaphrams dont have tears in them. Use carb cleaner on everything except rubber components. Good luck with the project.

[@filthy8225]

Hopefully my stator coil doesn't go bad anytime soon.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

lol. other than price, the job to replace it is very easy. eventually, (after I knock out basics, I'll teach you guys how to diagnose a charging system.

[@qtran1227]

dude great channel! thanks for this

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Tuan T thank you for the comment. i hope this helps you out or some of my other vids. check out my instagram @motorcycleboss. you will get sneak peaks of a new video in progress and a chance to win a logo. i hope to hear from you in future projects.

[@tunjuelito]

Great video. Thanks!

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Tunjuelito T thank you bro

[@benitojuarezoseguera9069]

maybe am going to be the one with the dumb question but I need to know, am new bikes so I taught that there shouldn't be any oil in that place of the bike, I even thought that you were about to change a seal or another gasket but that did not happen. do all bikes need or have oil in that part of the engine??

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

benito juarez oseguera not a problem bro. Welcome to my channel. It is a common misconception that oil is not supposed to be where the stator resides. However; this is only a myth. Aside from the starter clutch and gears that live behind the stator cover, the stator does develop some heat in itself when being used to generate electricity. This heat must be managed somehow and a common way to do this is to use the engine oil to cool down the coils as well as lubricate all the gears and such that reside in the same area. This is a common setup. The gasket i was replacing was because there was an external leak and nothing more. I hope this answers your question. Thanks for taking the time to reach out to me. Be careful out there.

[@ShadowTetsuo9999]

After changing a bad stator I now have a slow oil leak coming from one of the screw holes ( bottom right if I could point it out on my 02 gsxr) different bike I know but any advice?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

All about the the sticks: creating a good seal is all about the surface prep. Did you prepare the gasket surface properly? Did you sand it lightly to ensure no contaminants on the sealing surface? Etc. I would replace the gasket, (im assuming you re-used the old gasket) and prep your mating surfaces extremely well. Also, check for crack in the metal.

[@ShadowTetsuo9999]

The Motorcycle Boss hey man thanks for the reply, it leaked from the bottom the first time I changed the stator took it off scrapped and scrubbed then just used pure silicon no gasket and now it’s not leaking from the previous spot but now it’s coming directly through the screw hole ( had never leaked before ) I gotta take it back off and see

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

All about the the sticks: my recommendation is to order a factory gasket. They seem to work better than the liquid gasket maker material. If that isnt an option for you, then get this gasket maker called "the right stuff" it's perfect for your situation. Just be sure you apply it in one thin continuous bead from the top of the mating surface all the way around. It you have a break in the bead, it may be a weak point and cause a leak. Hopefully your crankcase isn't cracked. Keep me posted bro.

[@mashaisbaltodano3914]

Very helpful thanks

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Thanks! Glad it was helpful to you. I hope you subscribed if you haven't already and I'm looking forward to hearing from you in future videos! Ride safe! Cheers!

[@mikeadvr46]

since none else is asking, i will. Is it normal for the stator side of the engine to have oil?i think it was supposed not to.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

There are many others that have asked the same question in the comments. Yes. It is normal. The oil is able to cool down the stator coils during operation.

[@mikeadvr46]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss indeed, but i didn't go that far back. Sorry for that and hanks for the reply!

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@mikeadvr46 no problem. I'm glad that you took the time to ask a question. I love hearing from you guys.

[@callumw2157]

When u take the cover off does it drop all the bikes Motor oil And thanks for the great vid

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Thanks! No. It doesn't drop the oil.

[@jameshalford4699]

Lean your bike on the oppersite side, im lucky enough mines a stunt bike so i leant mine on its crash cage lol

[@sethy5372]

Do you know where to get 4 replacement bolts for the stator mating to case

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

You can go down to home depot with your old bolts to match the thread pattern. Or you can contact your oem dealership parts dept. Or go to bikebandit.com and find the part number for those bolts and order a replacement

[@sethy5372]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss great thanks

[@tommy_bluewolf2865]

What’s that little plastic capsule by the stator ? Mine fell off what is it for ?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

I was checking for what you are talking about and i cant find anything that resembles a plastic capsule. The only thing near the stator when it is pulled off of the magneto is a rubber bushing and a metal wire holder.

[@tommy_bluewolf2865]

It’s right there , it’s the little plastic bottle with the rubber hose on it

[@tommy_bluewolf2865]

To the right of the stator bottom

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

It is an oil catch. The lowest point of the airbox may capture oil that comes through from the crankcase ventilation. Instead of the oil pooling in the air intake, it is captured in that bottle.

[@tommy_bluewolf2865]

Oooo okay thanks .

[@summerdove8367]

Opened it up and the stator seems to be set right back, so nothing like all the other stators I have seen.

[@summerdove8367]

Can I send you photos?

[@phillbooth2331]

Do you have to drain oil before removing??

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

No. As long as you have it on a center stand or rear stand. You do not have to drain it. As long as the oil level is lower than the cover

[@robmacdonald5349]

Should there be oil in the stator cover I'm getting no spark

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Yes there should be. Oil cools the stator coils and the wires are coated to prevent shorts. If you suspect the stator for being the cause of your no-spark condition, test the stator. It's easy to do with a simple multimeter. Use your factory service manual to understand your parameters. I hope this helps and excellent question. Ride safe! Cheers!

[@robmacdonald5349]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss thx for the help

[@robmacdonald5349]

I'm only getting bearly 2 volts from the stator have replaced whole wiring loom

[@robmacdonald5349]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss how much oil should be in the stator cover?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@robmacdonald5349 make sure you are checking A/C voltage before the rec/reg. As well as a continuity and short circuit test. The stator cover should have very little oil in it assuming your oil level is below your stator cover which it should be.

[@FlipFlopandFly]

Awesome video!!!! Thank you for sharing

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

LOMBARDISPACKERS1 thanks bro. im glad you like it. i hope my other vids will help you out. i have a giveaway currently running so be sure to enter it. it is my latest video. thanks again

[@FlipFlopandFly]

You work very neat and you now your stuff. I am in the process of rebuilding my entire 2009 Kawasaki 1700 Vulcan Nomad Engine. Going to be fun. Keep up the great videos.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

LOMBARDISPACKERS1 thanks a lot man. i try to stay tidy. good luck on your rebuild. im sure it will be a journey.

[@herronbill]

Do you have to drain the oil out of the engine before you do this

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

No need. Just put the bike on a rear stand to keep it verticle and the oil level should be lower than the lowest point on the cover. So no oil should spill out. I hope this helps! Subscribe if you haven't already! My channel is all about motorcycle maintenance and saving money. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask. I hope to hear from you in my future videos! Cheers!

[@herronbill]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss thank you tried to take the cover off on the centre stand soon put it back on lol

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@herronbill lol. Every bike is different. Small amount of oil dripping is normal. Just be sure to check your oil level before you pull it and you'll be fine!

[@herronbill]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss thank you for your help very much appreciated

[@halimshoman8524]

Is there is an oil on the stator some times please?! And is that oil makes a. Mass or makes the stator faults

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Yes. Oil does come into contact with the stator. And no, oil touching the stator does not cause a fault. Sorry for the late reply.

[@Zeppelinzulu]

Hello MCB... I’ve recently replaced my battery, stator and RR, but the system is overcharging (fluctuates a lot and goes as high as 16.9V!) I’ve done all the tests for stator and RR.... battery is brand new.... can’t figure out what’s wrong. A local mechanic told me there should be little to no oil in the case, but mine has a cupful.... is there a chance I need to replace a seal in the flywheel shaft? Is it the oil causing the problem?..... some folk say oil is okay others say it’s fine 😩) any suggestions or help would be much appreciated! Cheers

[@lachy1709]

is the stator meant to be filled with oil?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Yes. The oil helps to cool the stator during normal operation.

[@FS-wb4fc]

Nice one :) So is it normal that stator or inside of stator case is covered with oil ?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Thanks! Yes. The stator gets hot during use and oil is fed to it to cool it down. Oil in the stator area is perfectly normal. That is why there are gaskets and rubber grommets in that area from the factory. I hope this answers your question. Please consider subscribing if you haven't already. Ride safe! Cheers!

[@FS-wb4fc]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss You got it ! Thank you very much!

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@FS-wb4fc No problem! Thanks for your support!

[@rogersmainerogers5752]

Can u tell me why my atv stator keeps burning out I changed it about 4x

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Check your rectifier/regulator.

[@rogersmainerogers5752]

@@TheMotorcycleBoss I changed the rectifier twice

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

@@rogersmainerogers5752 did you buy aftermarket or OEM. Rectifier/regulators are parts you really want OEM. Aftermarket ones are very often trash. I can barely ever get them to work right. However; regardless of which you get, you need to make sure you grab your service manual and a multimeter and physically test both the stator and the rec/reg.

[@rogersmainerogers5752]

Ok cool I appreciate the advice

[@johnnysarwary3537]

@themotorcycleboss does this apply the same for suzuki gsxr 600??

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Johnny Sarwary depending on the gasket material supplied from the manufacturer. mostly, yes. the biggest part with gasket surfaces is proper prepping of the surface. if you take the time to do that, you will be much less likely to have to fix it again. good luck.

[@johnnysarwary3537]

Right on man thanks for your help

[@libbypinto12]

I've got a Sazuki GSF 600 X. In the morning I'm finding it difficult to start and when it does the engine just doesn't sound right. The bike was manufactered in 1999. I was thinking that I've got the same problem as you're explaining in the video, but I'm not sure what kind of stator I would need for my motorbike? Thanks.

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Olivia Pinto without more information, it is hard to pinpoint your issue. it could be a range of different things. anywhere from carbs to spark plugs. if you did proper diagnosis of your charging system, and found it to be the stator, you would just go to a suzuki dealer and order a new stator. or go to bikebandit.com. it it is only an issue with it starting tho, when the battery is fully charged, your issue is isolated more to carbs, plugs, bad ground, starter, and the like. but if it runs rough, isnt always a stator. do your due diligence on your troubleshooting techniques and you will quickly reward yourself. good luck.

[@superspoon692]

Good vid

[@kris9193]

where can i find kawasaki bond 92104-0004? or what is the best substitute

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Kris if you are using it to do what i did, a gasket sealant will work fine. not a gasket maker. if you are in need of something oem, you would need to call a local ridenow powersports. I doubt cycle gear would have it but it is worth a try

[@kris9193]

TheMotorcycleBoss thank you for the respons. Is a black locktite sealant okay? Great vid by the way

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Kris thanks for the compliment. gasket info is hard to find. but i believe it is because there are so many that are used for different applications. for instance, your loctite black sealant uses the word "sealant instead of the words "gasket maker" or "liquid gasket". to me, (and i'm not saying this is correct but it works for me) a "sealant" is used like how i used it in this video; very little on critical spots. a "gasket maker" is not supposed to bu used in conjunction with a gasket at all. also look at what your rtv is rated for compared to your application. for example: loctite black is oil resistant and water resistant but not gasoline resistant. so sealing a gas tank wouldn't work. but a mating surface that holds oil or water would be fine. also look at temperature ratings. your rtv can withstand temps up to 450°F so that is suitable for automotive applications. i hope this answers your question. if you are still uncertain, although this is a different product, take a look at this video. wish you the best. kzbin.info/www/bejne/npDcanmKnsiBpK8

[@kris9193]

TheMotorcycleBoss i'm driving a kawasaki z750 and it is for the clutch cover. I have to seal at 2 places like in your vid. So i think it is best to use loctite. Thx for the help! Grtz

[@JHSan100]

great video

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

thanks for the comment. i hope you enjoy the rest of my videos. please feel free to lmk how im doing.

[@johndelacruz8551]

Where did you get your oem gasket?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Sometimes i get them from my local dealer. Sometimes amazon or ebay have the best prices. And lastly i go to www.bikebandit.com

[@ricktt03]

Thanks Cool

[@phillbooth2331]

What do you mean oil level lower than the cover?

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

Make sure that you aren't doing this job to a bike on the kickstand otherwise with some bikes you might have your oil level creeping into the cover. I highly doubt it will leak a lot through the cover but just to be safe, when putting it on a center stand, the oil level will be lower on the left side than if it were on a kickstand

[@bigjim05666]

where do you find the the specs for the the torque

[@TheMotorcycleBoss]

james hewitt every motorcycle comes with at least 2 manuals; the owners manual and the service manual. An owners manual covers basics and service manual covers all torque specs, replacement parts, etc. A TON of information. A must have for every DIY guy for every vehicle you have.