Leaking Shifter Shaft Seal

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Person8

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May 24, 2001

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• Apr 14, 2002

• #1

The shifter shaft seal started leaking on me today. I tried running a feeler gauge through it to clean out any debris and it just made it worse. Has anyone had to replace this? Do I just dig out the old one and slide a new one in?

Larry

 

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dstktmusa

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Jan 5, 2001

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• Apr 15, 2002

• #2

Those metal backed seals are a pain to dig out , but can be done. Then just get a socket the same size as the seal to tap it into place.

 

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KTM Mike

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Apr 9, 2001

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• Apr 15, 2002

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does that apply to older bikes like my 97? (ie removable without spliting cases) Just as i have my 97 up for sale it started leaking. I do happen to have a spare seal though!

 

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motodude

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• Apr 16, 2002

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I replaced one on my friend's 97 250 the other day, it was about 6 bucks from the dealer. Motodude

 

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socal scott

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• Apr 17, 2002

• #5

Be sure to run the chain much looser on the new bike. People are wasting thier bearings,hub and seal.