leaking tach cable?

[Kung Fu BBQ]

I've been trying to figure out where an oil drip was coming and found it trailing down my tach cable? Is there a seal that has let loose? Would of never expected to see a drip there. But then again, my motorcycle maint skills need definite improvement.

[mcloud]

I've been trying to figure out where an oil drip was coming and found it trailing down my tach cable? Is there a seal that has let loose? Would of never expected to see a drip there. But then again, my motorcycle maint skills need definite improvement.

Common issue on old bikes , ...but easily fixed
Search for tacho drive, tacho gear, or taco bell

[mcloud]

Found it!!!

http://www.bwringer.com/gs/tachcableseals.html

[Redman]

Yep, Actaully are two seals. One is a o-ring like around the housing (the housing comes out of the cam cover), and one is a seal with spring that seals around the spinning shaft.

We could discuss which seal is leaking based on how/where it is leakiing, but I would say replace both while you are at it. Can find them on any OEM parts microfische (look for cam cover).

[mcloud]

Check state of cable while you're at it.

[Kung Fu BBQ]

thank you gentlemen

[thicklotto]

Tacho oil leak

Hi, I have had a similar recent oil leak on my GS1100G.
I replaced the 2 oil seals etc, but I notice that there is still a slight leak where it screws into the head. It is really tight. Any suggestions to cure this slight leak.

[JTsGS650]

I'd try Teflon tape.