Odd question. I'm waiting on O-rings and plug to fix a leak in primary the gear case. In the meantime I want to sync the carbs with my new fancy morgan carbtune. Can I still run the engine with an empty gear case?
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Don't see why not. There might be some drag, enough to slowly rotate the back wheel. If you don't want anything to turn 'dry' stick a chock under the back tyre.97 R1100R
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Sure, run the engine, just don't take it on the road.
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I wouldn't feel right at all running it without oil. It's there for a reason.Current Rides: 1980 Suzuki GS1000ET, 2006 H-D Fatboy, 2021 BMW K1600BComment
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