First Bad News for new Rocket: oil leaks

[Jay]

That's not the reason Doc. I'm still on the fence when to buy one. An oil leak won't sway me one way or the other. It will happen but I don't know how soon.

Happens sooner than you want if the bike doesn’t stay upright...been there, done that as many others have also learned

 

[Nat67]

First off, stop hanging out at the urinals and secondly, stop watching dudes pee. I have balls and my wife opens her purse and shows them to me on occasion.

Now that there is a " back at ya " !

 

[Nat67]

I know Tripps, I hope he isn't offended if I head to the stall instead. You know, shy bladder and all.

Alrite , alrite , you had him the first time . You must learn not to bite !

 

[Tangzie]

No word on this from any of the lucky new owners on this site.

But then again, it seems like everyone I've read about here who now has one says the bike is just sitting because they're too busy to ride, it's raining, cold, dark, blah, blah, blah... WTF?

I have had mine for close to 3 weeks now. Have put 600 kms on it. No issues yet touch wood.

 

[chris haentjens]

I noticed an oil drool on my r after riding home on the first 35 miles. It was on the left side on the top of the case. I freaked out but I wiped it all down in hope that it is just assembly lube. Haven't had any weather to allow riding since but Monday is saying 55° so I'm riding to work. Will let you guys know if it continues.....

 

[chris haentjens]

P.s. it looked like it was wet around a bolt that has a brass sealing washer. Checked for tightness it was. So like I said cleaned everything and will see what happens Monday.....

 

[MIG]

Illinois right now
Not really riding weather but then I hurt my back anyway and riding is not on my mind !!!!

Sorry to hear... looks like you've got some time to get better before roaring down the road again... Get well!
-MIG

 

[Rocket Scientist]

YES I heard that so many times they should road test all the new bikes and have them cleaned up before they are sold

Hi Art ! Long time no hear. You said at one time you might have some NOS grey cables for an early H1 Kaw ?Wondered if you ever found them ? I'd make it worth your while $$$. I tried to PM you but you must still be on the naughty list

 

[IMFASTTOO]

Hi Art ! Long time no hear. You said at one time you might have some NOS grey cables for an early H1 Kaw ?Wondered if you ever found them ? I'd make it worth your while $$$. I tried to PM you but you must still be on the naughty list

Hi yes Ill have to dig into the storage building soon as it warms up

 

[Bondysbike]

I talked to the service writer at the dealer today and he said one of the new Rockets was leaking oil. He said he heard reports of others leaking too. Apparently there is a pin hole in the engine casting. We’ll see how they fix this one.

I’m trying to get back in time to attend the Tampa “Best of British “ event. If I make it I’ll ask the Guys from Triumph there.
Anyone else going just Incase I get held up tonight?