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Fazer 2004 Gen 1 Oil Cap Issue - hopskimoet - 09-04-17
Just recently purchased a FZS1000 2004 (23K) and during riding there is weepage at the oil filler cap. At first, I thought a gasket had failed as the oil was collecting under the clutch cover. I have tightened the oil filler cap as tight as it will go and still she weeps. I was thinking maybe a quick fix by using a few layers of PTFE (plumber's tape) as it does offer good heat resistance. Is this an inherent issue or is it something unique and an indicator of a deeper problem?
Re: Fazer 2004 Gen 1 Oil Cap Issue - slappy - 09-04-17
There should be an 'O' ring fitted to the cap, check it is there / not damaged.
Re: Fazer 2004 Gen 1 Oil Cap Issue - hopskimoet - 09-04-17
Of course... I'll check it... Is the washer bike specific? Or can I just use one from a kit?
Re: Fazer 2004 Gen 1 Oil Cap Issue - slappy - 09-04-17
As long as the 'O' ring is a reasonably tight fit on the cap then any one will do.
Re: Fazer 2004 Gen 1 Oil Cap Issue - hopskimoet - 20-04-17
Sorted. The 'O' ring was missing. Ordered one from Fowlers for £7 although I could have just used one from a standard kit. No drama though. Does anyone know what color silver I need to touch up the engine?
Re: Fazer 2004 Gen 1 Oil Cap Issue - robbo - 20-04-17
RS Paints will have the necessary engine and bodywork paints .Just input your make/model/year. However other members have used alternative sources.A search will give you those answers.
Re: Fazer 2004 Gen 1 Oil Cap Issue - PieEater - 20-04-17
(20-04-17, 01:25 PM)robbo link Wrote: A search will give you those answers.As will checking out the FAQ
