Oil leak through clutch cover

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martinaccarter
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Oil leak through clutch cover

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Hello to all

My 1977 Strada has a really small oil leak from the clutch cover. It’s just a little weep which I can wipe off after each run but I guess it’s not normal? If not, is there a straightforward fix I wonder?
Thanks
Martin
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Re: Oil leak through clutch cover

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It can leak from either seal or between the shaft and the clutch gear sleeve
As it's a dry clutch take the cover off and you might see where it's weeping; from the centre/behind the basket
If the clutch isn't slipping and it's only a weep you could just relax for now then fix it over the winter
It's straightforward to sort (see youtube)
Plus it's a good idea to use the centre stand when you can

Good luck
martinaccarter
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Re: Oil leak through clutch cover

Post by martinaccarter »

That’s very helpful indeed. Thanks
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