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Oil leak in 1983 GS1100E

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I have a 1983 GS1100E which I bought mid-season last year and which has been a very strong runner, but just before I winterized it and parked it at the end of last season, I noticed smoke from an oil leak which seems to be originating from under the front camshaft cover. I'm wondering whether the gasket may be blown and why. I'm concerned that this may be an expensive repair. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
 
Carlos said:
I have a 1983 GS1100E which I bought mid-season last year and which has been a very strong runner, but just before I winterized it and parked it at the end of last season, I noticed smoke from an oil leak which seems to be originating from under the front camshaft cover. I'm wondering whether the gasket may be blown and why. I'm concerned that this may be an expensive repair. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
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Hope That its the Cam cover. Thats an easy fix. My gasket blew out the front and oil was smoking on the exhaust. Made a mess. New gasket and about an hour wrenching and its good as new.
 
Remove tank, horns, breather hose and RPM cable. Hang spark plug wires over frame. Undo all 24 bolts. You don't have to undo the breather cover. Tap the cover with a rubber mallet and remove from the right side of the bike. Clean off old gasket. Put a very light film of gasket sealer on the half moon seals and reinstall cover. I start with the inner two bolts on both sides to snug and work my way out. I then tighten them in the same order to about six pounds. I would also replace the bolt heads to allen heads.
You might want to replace the tach gear o-ring while your in there.

Very easy job and it won't be the last time you remove it cause you'll be doing a valve clearance adjustment soon. Hopefully while you have it off.
 
Just changed mine...don't forget to order the half moon plugs that go under the gasket. Install them BACKWARDS with the lip facing inward...trust me.

~Adam
 
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