does it happend often that the oil strainer in the oilpan will end up clogged?
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Depends on the history of the bike (very often happens if mechanics use gasket sealant too liberally ). Lack of oil changes also contributes. In my book it's always a must do (to remove and clean) just in case - I've seen some pretty gummed up examples in the past that's for sure.79 GS1000S
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Seems that a plugged strainer is always the fault of the Previous Owner.
When you get a "new" bike, one of the items to check should be the oil strainer.
Once you are assured that it is in good shape, given the regular maintenance that you will be giving it, it should never need it again.
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Not frequent, but an easy check... fry'd /exploded clutches leave their residuals there. as well as years of sediment. have a peek, GSeems that a plugged strainer is always the fault of the Previous Owner.
When you get a "new" bike, one of the items to check should be the oil strainer.
Once you are assured that it is in good shape, given the regular maintenance that you will be giving it, it should never need it again.
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Silicone will to it but not much otherwise.
If you do have a looksy don't lose that o-ring.Comment
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