Orion61
XS650 Addict
I have an XS650B 1975, I have a slight oil seep at the lower head gasket. It isn't bad but on a 100 mile ride I get a drop or two of oil on the toe of my shoe. It is on the left side. City driving it might have just enough for a wiping of a tissue after riding around all day.
Here is my (ask a stupid question instead of making a stupid mistake) question
I am wondering if a head re-torque will fix it? I know the torque sequence and how many foot lbs.
Should I continue to use the pattern as specified or tighten the left bolts first, (or 1/2 way to tight first, or add an extra 5 lbs torque to the large bolt and 2 to the smaller bolts by the leak? I sure don't want to warp a head or cylinder!
I am 55 now and this is supposed to be my "Forever XS" It is all stock except the front crash bar and rear Chrome shelf. A Dr. had it, A true one Owner 11k on her. It truly is a beautiful bike and the best of all the 650s I have owned in the past 37 years (at least 6 of them).
A Million thanks,
Cousin Larry
Here is my (ask a stupid question instead of making a stupid mistake) question
I am wondering if a head re-torque will fix it? I know the torque sequence and how many foot lbs.
Should I continue to use the pattern as specified or tighten the left bolts first, (or 1/2 way to tight first, or add an extra 5 lbs torque to the large bolt and 2 to the smaller bolts by the leak? I sure don't want to warp a head or cylinder!
I am 55 now and this is supposed to be my "Forever XS" It is all stock except the front crash bar and rear Chrome shelf. A Dr. had it, A true one Owner 11k on her. It truly is a beautiful bike and the best of all the 650s I have owned in the past 37 years (at least 6 of them).
A Million thanks,
Cousin Larry