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Oil Leaking from the GENERATOR COVER

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by NateEricksonYamaha1982, Jun 12, 2019.

  1. NateEricksonYamaha1982

    NateEricksonYamaha1982 New Member

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    Hey all, I have a 1982 Yamaha Maxim XJ650. Oil drips from the bottom of what I believe is the generator cover on my bike. I've been looking online for a part that seems to match the area that's dripping oil, and generator covers comes closest to matching it. It also seems to be leaking slowly from the side. I'm wondering:

    1. Would this be a matter of removing the 3 allen screws and replacing what I'm guessing is a gasket inside of it?

    2. If I remove the generator cover, is there anything I should know about before opening it? Never opened one up before.


    Thanks in advance!
     
    NateEricksonYamaha1982, Jun 12, 2019
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Colin 85 700 Active Member

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    There should be no oil in your generator cover, either you got the wrong cover or you have worse problems.
    See k-moes post
     
    Colin 85 700, Jun 13, 2019
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    I just looked over your tutorial - thank you! Super helpful!
     
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    I just looked over K-Moe's post. Thank you!
     
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