right hand side crankcase/clutch cover

[Guest matt25011774]

as you sit on the bike the engine casing on the right hand side the one with the oil filler cap.i need to change this for an new one i have recently purchased has anyone done this before,do i have to drain the bike of itsd oil first do i need to buy a new gasket and like the oil filter rub oil along it?is there a specific way?

[Guest stupotads]

I changed the clutch cover on my bike last year. Can't honestly remember if I drained the oil, or just left it parked it on sidestand so oil stayed on opposite side of engine. I would advise a new gasket though. Just make sure the old one is completely removed with no crud left on it, & fit the new one. Do it dry, you don't need to rub any oil round it. Good luck. If I can do it, anyone can! :confused:

[fast_eddy 712]

In addition... look at this.

[Guest raeman]

I would definately replace the gasket for a new one matt. It'll only piss you off if it starts to leak oil after fiting the new cover.

[x11r 386]

I just did my covers Matt , if you do it on the mainstand it will be fine only a few drips of oil from the cover will run out. You will need a new gasket as it is likely to tear when the case is removed , Remove the dip stick first.

Dont oil it put it on dry and as Eddy has shown a smear if sealant on the crankcase split line.

[Guest matt25011774]

thankyou to all especially you ed that graph is like great,just one more question engine sealant?or gasket sealant any recomendations?

[Guest matt25011774]

are you all sure i dont have to drain the engine oil?i can just put it on the centre stand and take the cover off ?

[x11r 386]

Yes Mat I recently did all my covers with the bike on an Abba stand, just lost a mere teaspoon full of oil , I also did not put any sealant on the split line and its been fine.

[Guest matt25011774]

thanks guys ill let you know how it goes