Yamaha V-Star 650 neutral switch oil leak

[@grogthompson4155]

Just bought a used one of these and the guy mentioned a gasket leak, said he was quoted 200 from a local shop to fix it. Watching this video has been really helpful, this looks way easier than trying to replace a gasket or shell out the money for a shop to repair it. Going to take those covers off and look at it tonight. Thanks man!

[@alexlancaster4863]

Wow, I have the same leak! It looked like it was coming from there, but I disregarded it because I didn't think there would be oil behind there. Figured the leak was coming from the crankcase and moving up into that area when I rode. Was planning on replacing the gasket this week, and found this video by chance when I saw the title. Appreciate it!

[@marinheiromc]

Dude, you saved my life! I had the exact same problem and was looking for the leak, after viewing your video I realize that was the exact same problem! Thank you!

[@patricksmith6776]

Thank you thank you, I have an 09 and the only other video I could find on this was on a different year and was in a slightly different location. Big help, thank you.

[@CamdonWright]

You're the best! I've been trying to figure out where my oil leak was coming from and this is it! Thank you for making this video.

[@rosiemckinzie8608]

Hey there Motofriend, Great video! Bought my ‘09 V-Star new and have about 40,000 on it. It’s been trouble free but the neutral safety is acting up so thanks for locating it on your video. Now that I’ve watched this I realize that it has had a very small oil leak also. Thanks for pointing this out to us DIY people! Happy Trails!

[@derrick.l1870]

Thanks a lot for this video I'm having the same problem. I had posted this question with a pic on Facebook , and a guy told me that this was my problem. So I went to searching, and came across your video. 👍🏿👍🏿😁

[@GamingwithDieselman]

Just wanted to say thank you for the video mine is doing the same thing I thought I had an oil leak but this video just explained it very well 👍

[@JayDeeFrm7400]

Thank you I’ve been trying to find a video on this for my dirtbike and couldn’t find anything about it for a 09 kx450f but same problem as your bike I’ve been troubleshooting for months and I’ve finally got my part ordered!

[@shikhanshu]

this is the only video on the interwebs about this thing.. i have a yamaha v-star 650 which developed this exact very minor but persistent leak since last few weeks.. took it to a shop today and the guy immediately said it was the neutral switch o-ring.. around 40 bucks (o-ring and labor).. not sure if i can change it myself; so will spend the money..

[@TheDrownGod1213]

Thank you. I have this exact issue and have been going crazy trying to find the leak.

[@stratzenigma3169]

Same problem....same solution. You're the best bro!!!

[@augustincleveland2380]

Greetings from Cleveland Heights. This was exactly what I needed to know. tyvm!

[@1dieseldown]

thanks for taking the time post

[@davidmitchell7238]

Thank you!!! Super helpful.

[@jasonbutts9861]

Thank I have just bought a new bike and have been trying to find that part for a while

[@bluebully1988]

Thanks for the video Do I need to empty my oil first or gear oil and refill after?

[@BendertheGreat1]

I have the same question!

[@ronhanish]

did u notice the black o ring after you take off the plastic switch? the second o ring? that one leaks oil too.

[@geovannydiaz1900]

Thanks I didn't know what was the name of the part

[@INYA24]

Great vid man mechanic trying to charge me 216 to fix this I’ll just do it my self

[@johnholms2055]

You Compiled a good Video

[@Eltoronja01]

What is the name of the cover that is taken off ? Not the crime part but the cap underneath it ?

[@MOUSEBOWEN]

I have a 2006 Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe and only starts on neutral with the clutch press in at the moment I let go the clutch dies. So I thought was the kick stand but I bypassed and still dies . And if I put it on gear dies. So I bypassed I believe the clutch safety and I got it to stay running without pressing the clutch but still dies if I put it on gear. So I believe is tge neutral safety switch. Not one has videos about that like only two and totally different bikes

[@samfeldman1508]

I’m stuck. I can’t get rear fastener in. Contact is spring loaded. I tried a different gear but no luck. Any tips please?

[@bcastillopr]

What oil do I add when I do this procedure?????

[@Benny46drift]

So if you've taken off the "gear box casing" and some oil comes out... where does that get topped up? basically... I took the shaft cover off to clean it and took the little triangle "Gear box casing" off to clean also and oil came out and I want to top it up? on my list to do is Oil and filter change, Final drive oil change, sparkplugs, anything else I need to do a services now that I have had the bike a year? thank you in advanced, Ben

[@heidijakowski4146]

Just had this fixed on my bike...180.00!! I wish I felt comfortable fixing things on my own...I'm working on it. Thanks for the video...

[@sierabaker7308]

Did you ever figure out where to top off the oil @benny46drift

[@Benny46drift]

@@sierabaker7308 No, tried many videos and many FB groups but no one seems to know anything about that little triangle part, My guess (hoping) that it's part of the engine oil which I have changed.

[@KennyG233]

@@Benny46drift Should just be self leveling with the engine oil level.

[@Benny46drift]

@@KennyG233 so you are saying now that I have done my Oil change this should feed into the gear box as well?

[@chuckchuckf.l.o.w4131]

Is it the same on a 2005

[@adamcobb4293]

Is it bad to ride with this leak?

[@jeffhoffmann3620]

Detailed..good prezentation..thnx☝🇺🇸

[@melbournedronephotography3902]

Good video. Thanks mate

[@franklinc3495]

Do you have to add any sealant to the 3 screws.?

[@wiggy4729]

What does it matter if my bike leaks a little oil now and then? Not worth the hassle.

[@Downs4]

Is the same for the 2014 v star 250

[@KennyG233]

my V-Star 650 2005 just started leaking... its rotted and ill be replacing it all. hope the next one last 15 years

[@Mad1Lok]

I have the same oil leak on my 2000 Vstar 1100 custom, but i cant find the Neutral Switch Assy for it just the one for the Vstar 650, maybe its the same, anyone have any info on it?

[@darkmattersproject2951]

Why didn’t you complete the video. Removing and install. But thanks good video

[@johnhatter8583]

replaced it and the new one leaks also after a few days. sucks!

[@twelveofthem]

My neutral light stays on all the time and I have this small drip happening so I'm guessing this is my problem.

[@twelveofthem]

@burningfeet 53 I replaced the neutral switch and o ring and it doesn't leak oil anymore but the neutral light is still always on and now I have a new problem too. My check engine light is on and it flashes 5times then 7 and from what I can gather it's the throttle position sensor but it still runs fine.

[@Jordan.M23]

Do you have to drain the engine oil before opening it?

[@cdmahin]

Joe 69 nope. Just top it off when done.

[@jasonbutts9861]

I meant to say thank you

[@stratzenigma3169]

For now...tilt motorcycle on a stool in an upright position and the leak stopped 😂

[@billyanderson312]

Did it fix the issue? I’m looking at purchasing one of these with an almost identical issue

[@chrismahin1259]

Yup. The slow drip stopped.

[@jackieparrott74]

Where did you get the parts?I'm having same issue.same bike.could you give part number?

[@tomrom4767]

Jackie Parrott Boats.net Part#93210-29196-00 O ring Part#1L9-82540-00-00 neutral switch. $28.00 delivered.

[@TheFrisco01]

great video but the camera man was terrible. he never showed how to fix the problem. he talkede about what the problem was......