Freedom Posted September 20, 2022 Share Posted September 20, 2022 Hi All, I noticed an oil leak on my bike last week as I rode my bike to work and had some oil on my boots and the bottom of my pants - on the right side only. I have attached pictures, as you can see the gasket looks messed up. My question is will changing gaskets fix the problem? https://imgur.com/dvTwzYH https://imgur.com/SfZLjUJ https://imgur.com/UbmYObU Sorry, bit of a luddite here, I couldn't figure out how to post pictures so I posted links. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomchri Posted September 20, 2022 Share Posted September 20, 2022 Get Valpolini head cover gaskets, problem gone. Is MG cycle a resource in the US ? otherwise I get them from Valpolini in Italy. Cheers Tom. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docc Posted September 20, 2022 Share Posted September 20, 2022 @Freedom, open image-> right click image for menu-> select "Copy Image Link" -> paste into reply: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docc Posted September 20, 2022 Share Posted September 20, 2022 Isn't this the correct metal gasket from MGCycle? And we have confirmed they can be reused? https://www.mgcycle.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=170_174&products_id=4634 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomchri Posted September 20, 2022 Share Posted September 20, 2022 Correct, correct. Cheers Tom. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docc Posted September 20, 2022 Share Posted September 20, 2022 I gotta get-me some o' them to replace my very thin ,original, green composites. @Freedom, be diligent not to overtighten the valve covers and tighten in steps using a "star pattern." 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freedom Posted September 20, 2022 Author Share Posted September 20, 2022 Thanks for posting those pictures docc. So those gaskets should do it? Ialmost ordered a couple before I posted here. Thanks 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docc Posted September 20, 2022 Share Posted September 20, 2022 1 minute ago, Freedom said: Thanks for posting those pictures docc. So those gaskets should do it? Ialmost ordered a couple before I posted here. Thanks The valve cover gasket surely looks like your leak. Perfect time for a "Decent Tune-up" . . . 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freedom Posted September 21, 2022 Author Share Posted September 21, 2022 17 hours ago, docc said: The valve cover gasket surely looks like your leak. Perfect time for a "Decent Tune-up" . . . Not sure I am skilled enough to try it, but willing to give it a shot. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KINDOY2 Posted September 21, 2022 Share Posted September 21, 2022 19 hours ago, Tomchri said: Get Valpolini head cover gaskets, problem gone. Is MG cycle a resource in the US ? otherwise I get them from Valpolini in Italy. Cheers Tom. Mg Cycles is only about 100 miles from where he lives in Chicago. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikev Posted September 21, 2022 Share Posted September 21, 2022 18 hours ago, docc said: Isn't this the correct metal gasket from MGCycle? And we have confirmed they can be reused? https://www.mgcycle.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=170_174&products_id=4634 I recently bought these. https://www.mgcycle.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=422 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docc Posted September 21, 2022 Share Posted September 21, 2022 Yeah, those are the green OEM composite that many call "paper." I didn't learn until recently that the metal-core gaskets for the 2-valve 1200 fit our square fin. No doubt, the metal-core gaskets are the best and most durable available. Of course they are double the money. Almost $12US instead of $6.50. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LowRyter Posted September 22, 2022 Share Posted September 22, 2022 Sorry about reading this but I'm glad not to be alone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gstallons Posted September 22, 2022 Share Posted September 22, 2022 On 9/20/2022 at 5:39 PM, docc said: @Freedom, open image-> right click image for menu-> select "Copy Image Link" -> paste into reply: Been there , done that . On a BRAND new pair of boots ! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now